Largest by Size:
- Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve: Covering an area of approximately 13,200 square miles (34,298 sq km), Wrangell-St. Elias is not only the largest U.S. National Park but also one of the biggest in the world. Spanning parts of south-eastern Alaska and Canada's Yukon Territory, it boasts impressive glacier systems, high peaks, volcanic features, and the second-highest concentration of mountains over 16,000 feet (4,876 meters) within its boundaries.
Smallest by Size:
- Hot Springs National Park: Measuring just 5.5 square miles (14.2 sq km), Hot Springs National Park is the smallest unit in the U.S. National Park System. Located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the park is well-known for its thermal, healing, and therapeutic springs. With more than 47 hot springs spread over its grounds, it invites visitors for a chance to soak, relax, and enjoy the restorative water from its 16 public, active bathhouses.
