# Trekking the National Parks: Third Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #9061
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 4, 5)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 1.80 / 5
- **Designers**: Charlie Bink
- **Artists**: Eric Hibbeler
- **Publishers**: Underdog Games (I)
- **Categories**: Educational, Environmental, Travel
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Multi-Use Cards, Open Drafting, Point to Point Movement, Set Collection, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
Love exploring the US National Parks and enjoying a family game with an educational twist? Trekking the National Parks: Third Edition is the right pick, with refreshed visuals and a brand-new solo mode!Visually stunningFun solo modeEducational and engagingAccessible rulesSimple stone collectionLess direct interactionRECOMMENDED

## Description
Pack your bags, because Trekking the National Parks: Third Edition takes you on an incredible journey through the US National Parks! In this board game, you compete to be the ultimate explorer by visiting parks, collecting trail stones, and racking up points. Each card is a visual invitation, featuring stunning photographs and interesting facts that will make you want to pack your bags and go.

The Third Edition brings some cool updates to make the experience even better. There's now a brand-new solo mode where you can play as a clever bear trying to visit parks before other players. The game actions have also been renamed for better intuition, like "Explore a Park" and "Camp at a Major Park." The stone collection scoring has been simplified, making ties more friendly and removing complexity from some bonus cards. Furthermore, the visuals have been refreshed with new art, cardboard tiles for major parks, and more detailed stone molds. Oh, and the write-ups about each park are more comprehensive, with more amazing photos. It's a game with one foot in education and the other in adventure, perfect for enjoying with family or playing solo, exploring the natural beauty of the USA in a fun and strategic way.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime?
A game of Trekking the National Parks: Third Edition typically lasts between 30 to 60 minutes.

### How many players can participate?
The game accommodates 1 to 5 players, making it great for solo players and family groups alike.

### Is the game difficult to learn?
No, the complexity is considered low (1.8/5 on BGG), making it very accessible for new players and families.

### What are the main components?
You'll find cards with amazing park photos, colorful trail stones, a movement board, and a scoring pad.

### Is it a good game for learning about the parks?
Yes! Each card includes interesting facts about the parks, and the game encourages visiting and learning about the natural wonders of the USA.

### Is the solo mode interesting?
Absolutely! The Third Edition includes specific cards for the solo mode, where you play as a bear trying to visit parks before others.

### What changed from the previous edition?
The Third Edition features a new solo mode, updated art, renamed actions, simplified stone scoring, and cardboard tiles for major parks.