ABOUT PARKBOUND
Our Mission
ParkBound is dedicated to making it easy to discover and plan visits to all 63 National Parks across the United States and American territories. Whether you're seeking adventure in the mountains, exploring diverse wildlife, or learning about America's natural heritage, we've created tools to help you find the perfect park for your journey.
Our curated guides, interactive maps, and comprehensive search features bring the wonder of America's protected lands right to your fingertips.
Data Sources
NPS Developer API
Park names, locations, descriptions, and official information are sourced from the National Park Service Developer API. This ensures our app always reflects the most current and accurate park data.
Visit NPS API DocumentationNPSpecies Database
Wildlife information including mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians is curated from the NPS NPSpecies database. We highlight iconic and notable species found in each park to inspire wildlife-focused visits.
Wildlife lists represent notable highlights, not exhaustive species inventories.
iNaturalist
Supplementary species observations and biodiversity data come from iNaturalist, a global community science platform dedicated to recording and sharing observations of life on Earth.
Visit iNaturalistAll wildlife lists featured on ParkBound are curated highlights selected to showcase the unique biodiversity of each park. They do not represent exhaustive species inventories. For complete species lists, visit individual park websites or the official NPSpecies database.