The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time

U.S. National Parks

From the snowcapped peaks of Glacier to the red-rock arches of Utah, America’s national parks are the crown jewels of the outdoors. This league celebrates the most awe-inspiring landscapes across the country — where bison roam, geysers erupt, and sunsets stop you in your tracks. Fans vote to decide which park reigns supreme as the ultimate American natural wonder.

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U.S. National Parks

1. YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Yosemite National Park is currently the #1 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 100.0% head-to-head battles.

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T2. GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

Grand Canyon National Park is currently tied for the #2 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 66.7% head-to-head battles.

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T2. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Yellowstone National Park is currently tied for the #2 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 66.7% head-to-head battles.

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T4. GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

Glacier National Park is currently tied for the #4 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 33.3% head-to-head battles.

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T4. JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK

Joshua Tree National Park is currently tied for the #4 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 33.3% head-to-head battles.

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T4. ZION NATIONAL PARK

Zion National Park is currently tied for the #4 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 33.3% head-to-head battles.

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T7. ACADIA NATIONAL PARK

Acadia National Park is currently tied for the #7 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 0.0% head-to-head battles.

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T7. ARCHES NATIONAL PARK

Arches National Park is currently tied for the #7 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 0.0% head-to-head battles.

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T7. ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Rocky Mountain National Park is currently tied for the #7 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 0.0% head-to-head battles.

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T7. SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK

Smoky Mountains National Park is currently tied for the #7 Greatest U.S. National Parks of All Time winning 0.0% head-to-head battles.