Friday, April 3, 2026

Hikes

Bighorn Sheep Hauled by Helicopter to Protect Populations

The Jackson herd has been living in the Grand Teton National Park area since the last ice age.

VIDEO: Man Rescued After Becoming Trapped in Quicksand in Zion National Park

Austin Dirks was hiking through Courthouse Wash when his leg broke through the sand, up to his ankle. The other foot got stuck up to the knee. 

900 Acres of Land Near Park Returned in Historic Land Deal

A Native American tribe that was displaced 175 years ago when Yosemite National Park was created is getting 900 acres of their land returned to them. 

Extremely Rare Lake Forms in One of the Driest Spots on Earth

Record November rainfall in Death Valley has allowed Lake Manly to reappear.

Betty Kellenberger, 80, is Oldest Woman to Complete Grueling Trail

Can we be like Betty Kellenberger when we grow up?

Where is This? Pristine River Slices Through Idyllic Valley 

This wonderful spot can be found along one of the very few maintained trails in this park. Hikers are otherwise encouraged to set off on their own to explore this amazing landscape.

Where is This? Magical Waterfall Pours Out of Rockface

Later in the season, something magical happens.

Things I Unfortunately Do Love About Hiking

Also, unfortunately I do love hiking straight to the gift shop.

Groundbreaking Celebrates Trail Accessibility to Scenic Lake

A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Grand Teton National Park to launch the "Reimagining Taggart Lake project." 

Trails Partially Reopen to Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Park rangers reopened part of Kilauea volcano’s east rift zone over the weekend, but areas east of Makaopuhi crater remain closed due to volcanic and wildfire-related hazards.