The 15 best US national parks to visit in the fall

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Cooler temperatures, abundant wildlife and glorious foliage are three reasons to hit the road to a national park like Yosemite National Park this fall. Danita Delimont/Shutterstock

Taryn Shorr-McKee

Writer

Missouri and Arizona

Originally from Long Island, New York, I have spent my adult life in the Arizona desert and the Missouri Ozarks. That diversity not only shapes my work but also perfectly reflects my adventurous spirit and passion for off-the-beaten-path destinations. I feel most at home hiking national parks, floating rivers, on spontaneous road trips, and camping the old-fashioned way, but I also appreciate the finer things in life – like a great espresso martini. In addition to Lonely Planet, my byline appear…

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