# Trekking the National Parks: Second Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #3040
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 1.79 / 5
- **Designers**: Charlie Bink
- **Artists**: Charlie Bink, Robert Islas
- **Publishers**: Bink Ink LLC, Underdog Games (I)
- **Categories**: Educational, Environmental, Travel
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Multi-Use Cards, Open Drafting, Point to Point Movement, Set Collection

## Verdict
Perfect for families and nature lovers who enjoy light games with strategic depth. Teaches about parks while being fun!Beautiful and educational visualsSimple mechanics for all agesEngaging and unique themeMight be too light for hardcore gamersLuck plays a significant roleHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Trekking the National Parks is an award-winning board game that turns the beauty of US national parks into a fun and strategic competition. Players travel across the map, collecting park cards and trail stones while exploring iconic landscapes like the Grand Canyon and the Everglades. The second edition features more accessible rules, simplified movement, and new elements like campsites that grant special abilities. With hand management, set collection, and point-to-point movement mechanics, it's perfect for families and nature lovers who want to learn while having fun. And now, even second place earns trail stone bonuses!

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
From 2 to 5 explorers can join this adventure.

### How long does a game take?
Between 30 and 60 minutes - perfect for a family game night.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! With simplified rules in the 2nd edition, it's very accessible even for beginners.

### Worth it if I own the 1st edition?
Yes! The new movement rules and special campsites bring fresh air to the game.

### Is language dependent?
Barely! The game has minimal text and is easy to memorize.

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