Monopoly: National Parks Edition

The Op Games · Board game · 1998
— Ludopedia 5.2 BGG 2–8 · best 4, 5 120 min Weight 1.6/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you love Monopoly but want a greener look, this National Parks edition gives the same fun with a nature twist.

Highlights
  • National parks theme
  • Cool themed tokens
  • Dynamic auctions and trades
Keep in mind
  • Player elimination
  • Long play time
  • Language dependent
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Monopoly: National Parks Edition transports the classic property‑buying race to the setting of America's national parks. Instead of New York streets, you purchase and develop places like Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, or the Everglades, while the old railroads are replaced by hiking, biking, climbing and rafting trails. Chance and Community Chest cards become events tied to historic sites, battlefields, or park trivia. Money features notes printed with national monuments, reinforcing the eco‑tourism vibe. The player tokens are themed—a bear, a hiking boot, a camera, a ranger hat, a backpack, a covered wagon, a tent and a canoe—adding a splash of color to the table. Rules follow the classic roll‑and‑move system but add property auctions, intense trading, and the chance of player elimination for those who run out of cash. The goal remains to get rich, now by collecting park cards and building sets of destinations to boost income. Playtime is roughly two hours, supporting 2‑8 players, with a light complexity (1.6/5 weight). It’s ideal for families who love travel, nature fans, and anyone wanting a fresh‑look Monopoly without abandoning the familiar gameplay.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–8 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST
6 BEST
7 REC
8 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Theme: US National Parks
Publisher The Op Games
Designer (Uncredited)

Community

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530owners
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
2 to 8 players.
How long does a game last?
Approximately 120 minutes, varying with player count.
What is the game's complexity?
Light, with a BGG weight of 1.6/5, easy to pick up.
What are the main components?
Board featuring US national parks, money with monuments, themed cards, tokens like bear, boot, camera, etc., and dice.
Is it family‑friendly?
Yes, though player elimination may be a concern for younger kids.
Do I need a translation?
Cards are in English; using a translation sheet or fan‑made translation is recommended for Portuguese‑speaking groups.
Any new mechanics compared to classic Monopoly?
Besides auctions, there’s active trading and the risk of elimination through bankruptcy.

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