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5 National Park Road Trips You Can Do In a Week

Dec 16, 2025
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When you only have a week from school or work pressure, it can feel like you need to pick just one destination. The truth is that some of the best national park trips are perfect for a seven day adventure. These road trips blend scenic drives, short hikes, viewpoints, wildlife, and a few moments that stay with you long after you get back home.

While I always recommend taking your time on a National Park trip, sometimes 1 week is all you get and these are some ideas of how to put a park trip together.

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Utah’s Mighty Five

Parks: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Arches, Canyonlands
Start/End: Las Vegas or Salt Lake City

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