Challenge
Island and Tropical National Parks
Hawaii, US Virgin Islands, and American Samoa, United States
About this challenge
The national parks of the American tropics and islands, from Hawaiian volcanoes and crater rims to coral reefs in the Virgin Islands and the rainforest of American Samoa.
Journey guide
overview
This collection brings together the United States national parks of the tropics and outer islands, including Hawaii Volcanoes, Virgin Islands, and American Samoa.
why it matters
These parks are geographically scattered and often overlooked in a continental road-trip mindset, yet they hold some of the most distinctive landscapes in the system: active lava, volcanic crater rims, coral reefs, and South Pacific rainforest. Grouping them gives this far-flung set a single, plannable identity.
who its for
It is for travelers who want the island and tropical end of the park system, and who are willing to plan around flights rather than a single drive.
Quick facts
- Best Season
- Varies
Island and Tropical National Parks: common questions
When is the best time to do Island and Tropical National Parks?
The best season for Island and Tropical National Parks is Varies.
How many checkpoints does Island and Tropical National Parks have?
Island and Tropical National Parks has 3 checkpoints to log on the way to finishing it.