Which National Park Should You Visit Before It's Inexorably Altered?

Thanks a lot, climate change

As the National Park Service turns 100, we’re looking at how climate change affects our shared heritage and what the agency is doing about it. This is the fifth part in a series.

August 15, 2016

Every National Park is already being impacted by climate change. In some cases, climate change could irreversibly alter what makes certain parks unique. It would be a shame to miss out on seeing these special places. Here’s a quiz to help you decide what park you should visit before climate change takes it toll.



1. Pick some footwear
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2. Pick a dinner
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3. Pick a color scheme
4. Pick a rock
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5. What camera would you take with you
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6. How often do you hang out with friends?
7. Pick a sunset
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You got . . .