Did Ken Burns’ documentary series on the United States National Parks inspire you to get out into nature? Summer may be the obvious time for many to visit these national wonders, but the key word during high season is many. If you can’t stand the crowds and want to enjoy the parks with a little bit of elbow room, consider a winter visit, when park hotels make it easier on your wallet with some healthy deals.
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At Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park, rooms at Maswik Lodge properties are discounted up to 38 percent. The Winter Value Rate, good from Nov. 29, 2009, through March 4, 2010 (except holiday times: Dec. 19 to Jan. 2 and Feb. 12 to 14), allows you stay at Maswik South for $82 per night or Maswik North for $105 per night. Tax not included. For more information, call 888-297-2757 or visit grandcanyonlodges.com.
At Washington’s Olympic National Park, stay at the Lake Quinault Lodge or the Kalaloch Lodge, and you can even get a gift inspired by Ken Burns’ The National Parks: America’s Best Idea. Prices start at $119, a discount of 15 to 30 percent (depending on location and dates). The special rate is good through April 30, 2010; use the promotion code BESTIDEA. For more information, call the Lake Quinault Lodge at 888-896-3827 (visitlakequinault.com) or the Kalaloch Lodge at 888-896-3826 (visitkalaloch.com).
