everKalamazoo adventurers, it’s time to hit the road! Six nearby national parks promise outdoor fun without the hassle of airport security.

Want to get away, but air travel feels a little dangerous these days?  Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway as a couple or something fun to do for the entire family, a road trip to a National Park may be exactly what you need.

With help from Stacker, below we have the 6 closest National Parks to Kalamazoo sorted by distance, starting with the closest National Park.

6 National Parks within Driving Distance from Kalamazoo

Number 1: Indiana Dunes National Park in Indiana

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  • Location: Beverly Shores, Indiana
  • Distance: 88 Miles
  • One Way Drive Time: A little over 90 minutes.

 

Number 2: Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Ohio

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Location: Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area
Distance: 217 Miles
One Way Drive Time: 4 hours


 

Number 3: Gateway Arch National Park in Missouri

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Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Distance: 350 Miles
One Way Drive Time: A little over 6 hours.

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Number 4: Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky

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Location: Brownsville, Kentucky
Distance: 351 Miles
One Way Drive Time: Nearly 7 hours.


 

Number 5: New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia

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Location: Fayetteville, West Virginia
Distance: 372 Miles
One Way Drive Time: 8 and a half hours.

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Number 6: Isle Royale National Park, in Michigan

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Location: An Island in Lake Superior (part of the Michigan Upper Peninsula.)
Distance: 430 Miles
One Way Drive Time: 10 Hours


If you're looking for a National Park, a bit further from home.  Tap here for the full list from Stacker.com.

What is your favorite road trip destination?  Let us know in the comments.

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