7 National Park webcams that allow you to explore the wild from home

Open your laptop, throw on some tunes, and embark on an epic journey across some of America’s most stunning National Parks.

On your journey, you may even spot some unique and fascinating wildlife without having to compromise your physical distancing.

Rocky Mountain National Park

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Rocky Mountain National Park (@rockynps) on Apr 8, 2020 at 5:00pm PDT

At the Rocky Mountain National Park, be on the lookout for elk, bighorn sheep, moose, coyotes, and eagles. This Colorado park has three live webcams, perfect for spotting all sorts of animals.

• See also: 
  • An Ohio zoo is going digital by taking its flowers, animals, and Earth Day online
  • Watch a sloth living in a Texas aquarium make friends with its neighbors (VIDEO)
  • Airbnb launches Online Experiences: discover the world from home

Yellowstone National Park

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Yellowstone National Park (@yellowstonenps) on Apr 1, 2020 at 12:07pm PDT

Arguably one of the most famous parks in the world, Yellowstone spans Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Keep a lookout for elk, bison, and pronghorn.

Acadia Wildlife Park

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Acadia National Park (@acadianps) on Mar 7, 2020 at 5:12am PST

If you’re missing the Maine coastline life, tune in to the Acadia webcam. You’ll be able to see sunrises, sunsets, storms, sailboats, and possibly even a seagull or two.

Yosemite National Park

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Yosemite National Park (@yosemitenps) on Apr 6, 2020 at 5:36pm PDT

Out of six webcams at Yosemite National Park, watching the huge Yosemite Falls camera has got to be our favorite. While you probably won’t catch many animals here, gorgeous vistas and mountains are worth a click.

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Glacier Bay National Park (@glacierbaynps) on Apr 1, 2020 at 10:09am PDT

Missing the cruises? Pretend you’re on a virtual sail through Alaska by viewing these webcams. If you’re lucky, you’ll see river otters, harbor seals, waterfowl, moose, black bears, and various types of whales.

Everglades National Park

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Everglades National Park (@evergladesnps) on Apr 16, 2020 at 3:22pm PDT

Live the life of an alligator hunter and tear through the Everglades. Keep an eye out for jaguars, manatees, and of course, alligators.

Hawai’i Volcanos National Park

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (@hawaiivolcanoesnps) on Apr 16, 2020 at 10:33am PDT

You may be shocked to hear that not all volcanoes look the same. Through the Hawai’i Volcanos National Park, view various volcanos including Mauna Loa, Puʻu ʻŌʻō, Halemaʻumaʻu, and more.