That’s part of the adventure: America’s awe-inspiring national parks span everything from rugged coastlines and alpine peaks to geothermal landscapes and dense forests. There isn’t one perfect packing list for every national park visit, but there is one smart way to build one. After all, national parks are some of the most beautiful places in the country, if not the world—and your packing list should be every bit as thoughtful as the adventure itself. Read on for what to pack—and how to add some whimsy—to your national park packing list, from the Everglades to Joshua Tree and beyond. Commerce writer Jessica Chapel at one of her favorite national parks: the iconic, vast oasis that is Yellowstone Jessica ChapelComfortable hiking pantsNo matter which national park you may be headed to, a pair of comfortable hiking pants is always a great idea.