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UPDATE | Tracking National Park Reservation Requirements

Summer's growing visitation to the National Park System has led to crowds that some parks are trying to manage through various reservation systems. Here is a list of parks will require a reservation to visit during prime time this year.

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By Kurt Repanshek - February 3rd, 2022 10:06am

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New Parks Canada Minister Told To Create More Parks

The new federal minister responsible for Parks Canada has been told to create new national parks, national urban parks and national marine conservation areas. Steven Guilbeault got his marching orders in a Dec. 16 mandate letter from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:57am

Parks Canada Hikes Admission Fees 4.2%

It just got slightly more expensive to visit Canadian national parks, marine conservation areas and historic sites.

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By NPT Staff - January 29th, 2022 2:15am

Park Units Closing Ahead Of Potent Winter Storm

A potent winter storming bearing down on the East Coast had units of the National Park System from North Carolina to Massachusetts preparing Friday to close.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 28th, 2022 2:14pm

Road Repairs Coming To Vicksburg National Military Park

Needed road work begins next week at Vicksburg National Military Park to repair segments that have been impacted by slides, encountered issues with culverts, or need new guardrails.

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By Compiled From N... - January 28th, 2022 2:30am

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Jasper Campground Gets A New, Temporary Name

A campground in Jasper National Park formerly known as Pochahontas is being temporarily renamed Miette as park officials and the Indigenous community work toward a permanent choice.

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By NPT Staff - January 28th, 2022 2:39pm

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Entrance Fees Coming To Indiana Dunes National Park

A name change has brought nearly twice as many visitors to Indiana Dunes National Park, and that increase has led to an entrance fee being charged for the park, beginning at the end of March.

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By Compiled From N... - January 25th, 2022 2:30am

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Low Runoff Continues To Stress Colorado River Basin, Lake Powell Facilities

Continued declines in runoff into the Colorado River are forcing federal officials to alter releases from Glen Canyon Dam and leading to a year-long closure of the Dangling Rope Marina at Lake Powell.

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By Compiled From N... - January 24th, 2022 10:13am

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Cave Tours Returning To Jewel Cave National Monument

After a long hiatus, underground tours are returning to Jewel Cave National Monument in South Dakota.

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By Compiled From N... - January 24th, 2022 2:45am

Rocky Mountain National Park's Backcountry Campsite Reservations On Recreation.gov

Rocky Mountain National Park's wilderness backcountry campsite reservation system is moving to recreation.gov in March.

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By Compiled From N... - January 21st, 2022 2:30am

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