Fodor"s Travel Awe-inspiring, often remote landscapes and unlimited recreational opportunities make a trip to any western national park a grand adventure. You can raft the raging Colorado River as it pushes through the Grand Canyon, view wildlife in Yosemite while you hike, or watch Yellowstone"s Old Faithful geyser in action. Places such as Mesa Verde also preserve the long history of life in the West. Wherever you explore in the parks, these sprawling treasures invite you to discover nature"s stunning variety and reconnect with the great outdoors.