ParkQwest is a QwestLyfe community created to help people discover, plan, track, and remember experiences across America's National Park Service locations.
To help support the operation of ParkQwest and the creation of new guides, articles, tools, and other resources, some pages on ParkQwest may contain affiliate links.
What Is an Affiliate Link?
An affiliate link is a special link that allows a retailer, travel provider, booking service, or other company to know that a visitor was referred by ParkQwest.
If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase or complete a qualifying transaction, ParkQwest or QwestLyfe may receive a commission or referral fee.
There is typically no additional cost to you for using an affiliate link.
Our Recommendations
Our goal is to recommend products, services, destinations, and resources that we believe may be useful to people planning or enjoying National Park adventures.
Affiliate relationships do not guarantee positive coverage, inclusion in an article, or a favorable recommendation.
We aim to keep editorial content useful and independent regardless of whether an affiliate relationship exists.
When practical, we may recommend both affiliate and non-affiliate options so visitors can choose what works best for them.
Types of Affiliate Partnerships
ParkQwest may participate in affiliate or referral programs involving products and services such as:
- Hotels and lodging
- Vacation rentals
- Tours and activities
- Outdoor equipment
- Hiking and camping gear
- Travel accessories
- Maps and guidebooks
- Rental cars and transportation
- Travel services
- Tickets and attractions
- Photography equipment
- National Park-related merchandise
The specific affiliate programs used by ParkQwest may change over time.
Sponsored Content
From time to time, ParkQwest may also work directly with destinations, outdoor brands, tourism organizations, travel companies, or other partners.
Sponsored content, paid partnerships, or promotional placements will be identified when appropriate.
Compensation may include direct payment, complimentary products or services, commissions, or other forms of consideration.
Advertising
ParkQwest may display advertising provided by third-party advertising networks or direct sponsors.
Advertising does not necessarily represent an endorsement by ParkQwest or QwestLyfe.
We encourage visitors to evaluate any product or service based on their own needs before making a purchase.
Prices and Availability
Prices, availability, promotions, policies, and product information can change at any time.
ParkQwest does not control the information displayed on third-party websites and cannot guarantee that pricing or availability shown in an article will remain current.
Always verify final details directly with the merchant, booking provider, or service before completing a transaction.
National Park Service Independence
ParkQwest and QwestLyfe are independent platforms.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, ParkQwest is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or operated by the National Park Service or the United States government.
References to National Park Service locations, programs, facilities, and information are provided for informational and travel-planning purposes.
Supporting ParkQwest
Using one of our affiliate links is an optional way to support ParkQwest.
Affiliate revenue helps us continue developing:
- National Park guides
- Trip-planning resources
- Park news and articles
- Community features
- Park tracking tools
- New destination content
We appreciate everyone who visits, shares, contributes to, or supports the ParkQwest community.
Questions
If you have questions about an affiliate relationship, sponsorship, advertisement, or recommendation appearing on ParkQwest, please contact us through the contact options provided on ParkQwest or QwestLyfe.