The most underrated sites at our national parks — according to a guy who’s seen them all
Mikah Meyer, a travel writer, shares his insights on underrated National Park Service sites across the U.S. He emphasizes exploring lesser-known destinations to avoid crowds and enjoy unique experiences. His top recommendations include the John Day Fossil Beds in Oregon and Dinosaur National Monument in Utah.
- ▪Mikah Meyer visited all National Park Service sites in a single journey in 2019.
- ▪He recommends exploring hidden gems to avoid crowds and enjoy nature responsibly.
- ▪Meyer highlights the John Day Fossil Beds and Dinosaur National Monument as his top picks.
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PodcastsThe most underrated sites at our national parks — according to a guy who’s seen them allThere are more than 400 National Park Service sites. Here are some of the hidden gems.by Ariana Aspuru and Sean RameswaramMay 25, 2026, 11:30 AM UTCShareGiftJohn Day Fossil Beds Bernard Friel/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesBefore Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy took his great big American road trip, Mikah Meyer did it first.Meyer is a travel writer and blogger. In 2019, he became the first person to visit all of the National Park Service sites in a single journey — over 400 in total.
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