Backpacking is an adventure unlike any other. There's something to be said for taking an exciting adventure and packing nothing but what you can carry on your back. It forces you to rely on your primal survival instincts and it requires you to be adaptable, flexible and confident. However, it might be intimidating to plan a backpacking trip if you have never embarked on one before. Luckily, there are plenty of options for those who are new to backpacking.

The grandeur of Yellowstone National Park is amazing, but when you are staring at Old Faithful with 1,000 other travelers, it can be a little distracting. Crowds seem to hang about at all of the best vacation destinations, but there are options for experiencing natural beauty without the masses.

When you step into Badlands National Park, you're going to feel like you are walking into the wilds of a different planet. This park, formed by the whipping winds of the prairies, is defined by its eroded buttes that seem to rise from the ground. The soft prairie grasses that glide in the wind contradict the harshness of the environment.

Those who are craving adventure in America often head for Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where they can find two massive national parks that are filled with opportunities for discovery. Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park are two of the most popular national parks destinations, with many visitors adding the Snake River Canyon to their trip itinerary.