If you're looking to explore the great outdoors, you can't go wrong with visiting one of the nation's 35 national parks, spread out across the U.S.

The National Park Service (NPS) was established on Aug. 25, 1916, when President Woodrow Wilson signed the act to create a new federal bureau responsible for the 35 national parks and monuments at the time as part of an effort to conserve and appreciate the endless beauty that our parks have to offer.

Here are some notable national parks located in each region of the country that are worth visiting.

Northeast

Known as the "Crown Jewel" of the North Atlantic coast, this park is home to 27 miles of historic roads and 158 miles of hiking trails, making it one of the top-10 most visited parks in the U.S., according to officials.

Although the p

See Full Page