Parks, Politics, and the People (Chapter 7)

Parks, Politics, and the People

Chapter 7:
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Canyonlands National Park in Utah is a true geological wonderland of rocks, spires, and mesas seen in every direction. Each turn along the trails provides a different picture. This is Angel Arch. From Conrad L. Wirth Collection

Active volcanism continues in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii. In contrast, at lower elevations luxuriant vegetation provides food and shelter for a variety of animal life. From Conrad L. Wirth Collection

Distant views into four states are gained from the top of the mesa that shelters these pre-Columbian cliff dwellings and other works of early human occupancy in Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado. From Conrad L. Wirth Collection

Unique and fragile ecosystems of the Kipahulu Valley, scenic pools along Oheo Gulch, and many rare and endangered species are preserved in Haleakala National Park on the island of Maui, Hawaii. Courtesy National Park Service

Mountain scenery contrasts with desert along the Rio Grande in Big Bend National Park, Texas, where a variety of geological structures contain six of the earth's seven life zones. In this view of Santa Helena Canyon, Mexico, is on the left and the United States on the right. The park was given to the nation by the state of Texas. Courtesy National Park Service


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