National Parks In America You'll Want To Avoid Visiting During The Holidays
While many of America's national parks are open all year, some are best avoided during the winter holidays due to snow, road closures, and other troubles.
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While many of America's national parks are open all year, some are best avoided during the winter holidays due to snow, road closures, and other troubles.
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