Parks in the News

Interior Finalizes Rule To Protect Fossils On Public Lands

Federal land managers are coordinating their management of paleontological resources on public lands, a process designed to improve not just protection of fossils but also to provide for a consistent approach in inventorying and monitoring these resources.

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By Compiled From N... - August 2nd, 2022 2:30am

UPDATE | Flooding Strikes Death Valley, Closes Roads

Monsoonal rains led to flooding in Death Valley National Park, washing away cars in some instances and closing roads into and within the park.

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By Compiled From N... - August 2nd, 2022 9:29am

Yellowstone Flood Recovery Update

In the park’s continuing efforts to expand visitor access, effective Aug. 3 through Oct. 31, 2022, visitors with a day-use ticket will be able to drive the road corridor from Tower Junction to Slough Creek to park and hike, fish and watch wildlife.

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By Compiled From N... - July 30th, 2022 10:31am

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Fishing Advisory Due To High Water Temperatures At Grand Teton

During the peak summer season, hot weather causes elevated water temperatures that are stressful for coldwater fish such as trout. Fishing compounds this stress and hampers the fish’s ability to recover when caught and released.

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By Compiled From N... - July 30th, 2022 3:49pm

Vandalism Closes Cavate on Pueblo Loop Trail At Bandelier

Early this week, Bandelier National Monument Rangers and Preservationists discovered damage in a highly visited and very popular area on the Pueblo Loop Trail known as Cave Kiva.

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By Compiled From N... - July 30th, 2022 8:00am

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Damascus Trail Center Along The A.T. To Open In Late August

The Damascus Trail Center along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Virginia will officially open to the public on Saturday, August 27, at 10 a.m. Eastern.

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By NPT Staff - July 29th, 2022 2:30am

Senate Legislation Stands To Benefit National Park System

The National Park Service, which has struggled to fully staff the National Park System and cope with climate change, would benefit from passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 by Congress.

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By NPT Staff - July 29th, 2022 2:30am

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Kayaker Drowns At Lake Mead National Recreation Area

A 31-year-old man drowned at Lake Mead National Recreation Area while try to retrieve an inflatable kayak that blew away from him in high winds.

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By Compiled From N... - July 28th, 2022 4:19pm

South Dakota Loses Bid To Shower Mount Rushmore With Fireworks

South Dakota's appeal of a National Park Service decision blocking a 2021 fireworks display over Mount Rushmore National Memorial landed like a dud in the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

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By Kurt Repanshek - July 27th, 2022 6:20pm

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$2 Million Grant To Grand Teton National Park Foundation Will Benefit Wildlife

A surprising $2 million grant from filmmaker Myrna Berlet to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation will benefit the park's wildlife, as it will be used to support the foundation’s ongoing partnership work with Grand Teton National Park and will be used to begin an endowment for wildlife and natural resources conservation efforts, as well as youth engagement programs that introduce young people to the wonders of the natural world.

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By NPT Staff - July 27th, 2022 2:30am

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