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A New Way to Explore Fascinating National Park Service Artifacts is Unveiled
There are more than 80 objects in the tour from historic uniforms, to promotional posters, to park ranger badges, to a rifle.
Don’t Like the New Design? Here’s How to Buy a National Park Pass That Features Nature
If you want to stick with the scenic version, it will only be available for purchase through this December.
Where is This Beautiful Winter Waterfall?
It's our national park pop quiz! Can you locate this special spot?
New Annual Park Pass Pricing and Design Unveiled
The National Park Service just announced a new America the Beautiful Pass and pricing structure.
How to See the Most Amazing Restaurant View in Any National Park
An ongoing volcanic eruption is creating the dining experience of a lifetime.
Don’t Miss This Spectacular Hike at Glacier National Park
The Iceberg Lake Trail is an exceptional hike that gives you the option of taking a polar plunge!
Lava Blasts Over 1,000 Feet High in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Twin lava fountains set a record-breaking height for this ongoing eruption at Kilauea volcano.
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.
Snow Transforms Yosemite into Magical Landscape
The California national park somehow gets more beautiful with an early season snowfall.
Government Shutdown Triggers Uncertainty, Closures, and Strained Services at National Parks
Former park superintendents are calling on the Interior Department to close the parks entirely to prevent damage to precious natural and cultural resources.
Here’s How to Visit the Famous ‘Fat Bears’ of Katmai National Park
Fascinated by Fat Bear Week and wondering what it’s like to view them in person at Katmai National Park & Preserve?
For 1st Time in 3 Years, Tours Resume at Remote NPS Site in Hawaii
Kalaupapa is considered one of Hawaii's most historic and sacred places and remains home to some Hansen's disease patient-residents to this day.
Where is This? Magical Waterfall Pours Out of Rockface
Later in the season, something magical happens.
Popular Trail Repaired and Reopened After Huge Rockfall
The 2023 rockfall in Zion caused hikers to huddle for cover under an overhang.
National Park Visitors Asked to Wolf-Proof Food and Gear
We’ve all heard of bear-proofing our food at national parks, now Isle Royale National Park is asking you to wolf proof your food.
After 50 Years, Rarely Seen Cave Reopens for Tours
The three-hour tour is only available to those 16 years and older.
Parking Lots are Packed at this National Park Right Now, So Plan Ahead
Many people are walking a long, long way, just to get to the popular trailheads.
Trump Signs Order to Raise National Park Fees for International Visitors
He is also directing the NPS to give U.S. residents priority access through its permitting and reservation systems.
Cougar Activity Closes Trail in Washington National Park
Elusive mountain lions are normally not spotted in the wild but a popular trail has been shut down in North Cascades National Park.
Access Limited to Popular and Spectacular Area of Glacier National Park
A major construction project in Glacier National Park will impact the Many Glacier region and require hikers to catch a shuttle.
Key Hiking Bridge Reopened After 2-Year Closure
An incredible engineering operation in Zion National Park shifted the bridge 100 feet upstream to stable ground.
Summer Solstice Snow on World-Famous Park Road
Snow and heavy rain are in the forecast at Glacier National Park, so the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road has been closed as a precaution.
Groundbreaking Celebrates Trail Accessibility to Scenic Lake
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Grand Teton National Park to launch the "Reimagining Taggart Lake project."
Going-to-the-Sun Road Set to Reopen After Snow Cleared
Eighty feet of snow can accumulate along the road through Glacier National Park, but crews have now cleared a path through.
2025 Free Entry Days at All National Parks
Make 2025 an incredible year by visiting our national parks!
For the 1st Time Since 2019, Yosemite National Park Will Open All Campgrounds
Yosemite National Park will open all 13 park campgrounds this summer.
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National Parks to Visit in the Fall
Not ready for summer to be over? Here’s a list of the best parks to visit in the fall—not for the foliage, but for the most comfortable weather!
Now’s the Time to See a Rare Lake in Death Valley Before it Disappears
A large, shallow and extremely rare lake that formed during historic flooding is drying up in Death Valley National Park.
Iconic Red Bus Fleet Finally Getting Much-Needed Overhaul
The iconic red buses at Glacier National Park are getting some much-needed TLC!
Historic Tree Falls Near Bridge Named in its Honor
A beloved 400-year-old tree has fallen Yosemite National Park.
Road Damaged in Historic Storm Reopened in Death Valley
Severe flash flooding wiped out the road in August of 2023.
