Scenic National Parks

Part 4 · Jan 1, 2009

Scenic National Parks: Glacier Banff Jasper

The sweeping beauty and extraordinary natural wonders of America s premier national parks. Filmed and mastered in High Definition, Scenic National Parks takes you off the beaten path to discover untamed places, unique wildlife, and invigorating activities. Glacier National Park: Discover the many ways to experience high adventure in the land of shining mountains. Take an unforgettable hike along the Highline Trail, raft a wild river or travel by train aboard the renowned Empire Builder. Behold massive glaciers, and get close (but not too close!) to bears. Then, kick back at a high altitude chalet. Banff & Jasper: Explore a region famed for its hot springs, backcountry treks, and fantastic array of wildlife. Indoors, there are boutiques, elegant dining, and chateaux retreats. Getting there is an experience in itself, with train rides aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, scenic drives along the Continental Divide, and Snocoach rides across treacherous ice fields.

Part 5 · Jan 15, 2009

Scenic National Parks: Yosemite

Experience Yosemite's awe-inspiring wonders, including such icons as the granite monoliths El Capitan and Half Dome, and the spectacular Bridal Veil and Yosemite Falls. Learn about Yosemite's fascinating history as the first land set aside for preservation. From a staggering array of wildlife to its sweeping landscape that inspired John Muir and photographer Ansel Adams, you'll discover why Yosemite is called one of America's Crown Jewels.

Part 6 · TBA

Scenic National Parks: Alaska & Hawaii

Program 1 - Denali National Park - Get a touch of the tundra in Alaska's Denali National Park, a land as rugged as it is magnificent. Whether you explore Denali by bus, hike or camp out in the backcountry, or take on Mt. McKinley, the highest mountain in North America, surprises await you at every turn. Breathtaking Blu-ray is the best way to experience Denali's spectacular scenery as you ride the Denali Star train, meet the sled dogs of Denali at the Kennels, and take a discovery hike into untamed wilderness much as the first explorers did. Program 2 - Hawaii's National Parks - Hawaii Volcanoes and Haleakala National Parks are two of the most extraordinary places on the planet. Witness molten lava bubbling from the earth, catch an awe-inspiring sunrise above the clouds, and take a dip into pools of paradise. Fabulous beaches and romantic coastal drives further reveal the astounding contrasts of this lush land.

Part 7 · TBA

Scenic National Parks: Great Train Rides

The first episode, Great Trains, re-evokes the magic of one of America's oldest and most beloved methods of travel - the railroad - with voyages above six classic railways, including The Empire Builder, the Denali Star and the Coast Starlight. The second episode, Lodges Inns, tours various luxury lodgings at America's national parks, including Yosemite's Ahwahnee Hotel, Death Valley's Funace Creek Inn and Yellowstone's Old Faithful Inn. Nathan Southern, Rovi