6 National Parks to Enjoy Without the Crowds.

You remember the beauty of the last national park you visited, and you'd like to share the experience. Unfortunately, you also remember the crowds outnumbered the wildlife. Fear not. These 6 lesser-known destinations let you have the best of both worlds:

1. Arches National Park. Not as well-known as its sister parks, Bryce Canyon and Zion, this southern Utah beauty boasts endless sandstone arches. Hiking is a favorite activity at Arches because of the landscape. Be sure to check out Landscape Arch, the largest in the park, as well as Delicate Arch.

2. Badlands. South Dakota's Badlands National Park is truly a marvel of nature. Amid the wandering bighorn sheep and bison, you'll notice the vast prairies along with the buttes and canyons. It truly does feel like two parks (or three) in one.

Big Bend. This western Texas beauty is so named because of the giant bend in the Rio Grande River. Because of the river, there is no shortage of activities to satisfy any water enthusiast. River rafting, kayaking, and canoeing are ideal ways to enjoy the stunning views that all 800,00 acres have to offer.

4. Biscayne National Park. What makes Biscayne so unique is the fact that it is accessible almost exclusively by boat. The park, 25 miles from Miami, is part of a coral reef. That means if you enjoy viewing marine life, you'll feel right at home here. The crystal clear waters make it very easy to spot all kinds of fish and stingrays. Fishing, hiking, and camping are other favorite activities made easy since the park is made up of over 40 keys.

5. Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Looking for different experiences at different times of the year? This Nova Scotia wonder is just the ticket. Believe it or not, depending on the time of year, this is one place where you can hike in the fall, play on the beach in the summer, or even ski in the winter. Once home to Alexander Graham Bell, Cape Breton offers breathtaking views of the highlands and coastlines regardless of the time of year.

6. Congaree National Park. Some 75 species of trees and multitudes of animals call Congaree National Park home. Located near Columbia, South Carolina, the park is the largest floodplain forest in North America. It also is one of the newest, earning its national park status in 2003.

You really can't go wrong with any of these destinations, especially if you're looking to enjoy the experience of the national park without the hassle of crowds. You'll be pleasantly surprised at what you'll find. A whole new world is just waiting to be explored.

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