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We have been to 25 national parks as a family, and we like to share about our experiences here on the blog. When our friend told us about a board game called Trekking the National Parks, I was intrigued.
Trekking the National Parks is a board game where players try to earn the most points by claiming Park Cards and collecting trail stones. The game was invented by a family who had a goal to visit all of the national parks, just like us! At first, the rules seemed a little overwhelming. However, after playing a round, it was fairly easy to understand. I can now see how different strategies may be implemented to make the game exciting and competitive. It is a game that can be enjoyed by both kids and adults.
The board itself features a beautifully illustrated map of the United States and all of its magnificent national parks.
The high quality of the playing pieces is impressive. I like that they have a nice heft to them.
The Park Cards have beautiful photographs and interesting facts about each park. They make us think back to the trips we have taken, as well as introduce us to the parks we have yet to visit.
Trekking the National Parks deserves to earn a permanent place in your game collection. I can see why it won the Mensa Select Award and Parents’ Choice Gold Award!
Trekking the National Parks is designed for 2-5 players, ages 10 and up. I am not sure we will ever have the opportunity to visit all of the National Parks, but playing this game is a fun way to have an educational glimpse into all of them.
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58 Comments
Been to a few. Yellowstone is my favorite.
I have not been to one. I would like to visit one soon.
I have never been to a National Park…but I think I sure could learn a whole lot more about them by playing this game with the grand-kids! It seems fun and educational at the same time!
My favorite is Rocky Mountain National Park. We spent a couple days camping there last year.
How cool! That one is on our list to visit!
I’ve been to several, and especially enjoyed both Valley Forge National Historic Par and Shenandoah National Park.
I have very fond memories of spending time hiking Glacier National Park.
Just to Yellowstone is my favorite so far .
Love the Smokies!
We went to The Smoky Mountains in North Carolina years ago.
Sadly, I’ve never been to a National Park.
Been to so many it’s hard to pick a favorite. Yellowstone, Denali, and Redwoods are my top 3!
We’ve been to several (we have the National Parks Passport book) but I’d say my favorites are Yellowstone and Dry Tortogas
I haven’t been to many but I love Acadia in Maine
I like Yellowstone.
I love so many! Yellowstone and Rocky Mountain national park are probably my favorites!
Zions National park is my favorite.
I don’t think I have been to a national park, but have been to several beautiful state parks.
I’ve never been to a national park, but I go to my local state park often.
I have been to several National Parks. If I am just naming one, Hot Springs National Park. Thank you
Yes! We love visiting the the Great Smokey Mountains National Park!
Yes, i have – Sleeping Bear Dunes!
My favorite is Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. I have been visiting since I was little and now share my love for the place with my kids.
My favorite park is the Yellowstone National Park.
I’ve been to many National Parks. I like the one closest to home which is the Cuyahoga National Forest and Park. The trails vary in ruggedness and my parents used to maintain part of the Buckeye Trail for 30 years, so stewardship is important to my family. In the 80’s, I went to Muir Woods in California and was impressed with the forest.
I have never been to one I want to go to yellowstone
I’ve never been to any national parks, but I would love to go someday!
I love the Grand Canyon National Park.
It’s one of the prettiest places I have ever seen
I’ve been to Zion and the Appalachian Trail.
Yellowstone is one of my favorites. 🙂
I’ve only been to 3 in my home state, I would love to see more though. NJ Delaware Water Gap has always been a favorite. Thanks!
I’ve been to National Parks all over the country. Yellowstone is neat because of the geysers.
Thanks for the contest.
I love Yosemite, Sequoia and Yellowstone National Parks!
Many but Yellowstone is also my favorite.
I love Yellowstone the best!
We’ve visited several National Parks and loved all of them. Yellowstone remains my favorite. This game looks marvelous!
Arcadia is beautiful.
I have never been to a National park.
My favorite is Yellowstone. We have visited several of the parks.
Yes I have visited many. Yellowstone is my favorite. Barbara
i never been to one yet but if i was to go to one i think i like to go to yellowstone park
Yellowstone or Grand Teton
I’ve been to a few national parks! I worked in southern Utah for a couple summers and on the weekends we would travel. The North Rim if the Grand Canyon was my favorite!
I’ve never been to one but our daughters have been to Glacier National Park with my in laws.
I’ve only been to two. Mammoth Cave was my favorite.
i only been to the park at the river
I have not been to one. I would like to visit one
We have not but hope to get to one in the future.
Unfortunately I have never gotten to travel much. I have not traveled to any of the national parks, so I don’t have a favorite.
Yellowstone is my favorite park, it has been awhile since I have been there would love to go again.
No we’ve only been to state parks!
I have been to several national parks. My favorite is Yosemite.
wow
My favorite is Yellowstone National Park!
I’ve never been to a national park. Only state parks. I’d love to go to one though!
I have not been to a National Park.
I have not been to one!
I love going to Mount Rushmore.