North Rim Of Grand Canyon National Park To Open May 15
The gate at the entrance to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is scheduled to open for te 2021 season on May 15 at 6:30 a.m.
- By NPT Staff - May 8th, 2021 1:45am
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Biden Administration Unveils Ambitious 30 By 30 Roadmap
Biden administration officials on Thursday unveiled an ambitious roadmap for pushing the country to conserve "at least' 30 percent of its lands and waters for nature by 2030, but it remains to be seen how much support Congress gives the initiative that currently has no estimated cost.
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- By Kurt Repanshek - May 6th, 2021 12:10pm
Renamed Gulf Islands Campground Recognizes Indigenous Culture
In what’s being called “a step toward healing,” McDonald Campground in Gulf Islands National Park Reserve has been renamed SMONEĆTEN (pronounced smaw nitch tun) and the Douglas fir forest that it's in will be a place to appreciate Indigenous culture as well as nature.
- By NPT Staff - May 6th, 2021 2:30am
Park People: Conversation With A Dark Sky Expert
David Saunders is an expert on the dark side of Terra Nova National Park. The man known unofficially as the park's "dark sky champion" celebrates the night skies, whether they're clear, full of stars or showing off the milky way.
- By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:57am
Condors Over The Colorado River
It was as they were waiting for us. Almost as soon as we set foot on the historic Navajo Bridge at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, the condors took to the air, stretching their wings to catch a ride on the afternoon thermals.
- By Kurt Repanshek - August 1st, 2024 1:24am
Trails I've Hiked: Chimney Rock Canyon
Don't think that because historic Fruita seems to be mentioned in the same breadth with "Capitol Reef National Park" that this park isn't for hikers and backpackers. It is one of the more rugged and demanding parks in the system, one that tests not only how much water you can carry, but at times your route-finding skills.
- By Kurt Repanshek - April 30th, 2021 1:45am
Camping At Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in Washington state is moving to 100 percent reservations for all vehicle-accessible campgrounds. Because of this change, you will now able to reserve campsites right up to the day you arrive.
- By NPT Staff - April 29th, 2021 1:45am
A Touch Of Delight On The Oregon Trail
Of 19 national historic trails administered by the National Park Service in conjunction with several other federal agencies, four – California, Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express - follow the Platte River Valley across Nebraska. Both the California and the Oregon National Historic Trails pass through Ash Hollow, a favorite stop for many pioneers as noted in their journals.
- By NPT Staff - May 9th, 2021 8:32am
Green Gables Heritage Place Opens For Season
A national historic site on Prince Edward Island that celebrates author L.M. Montomery and her Anne of Green Gables book series has opened has opened for the season with a variety of plans for how to cope with COVID-19 challenges and crowds.
- By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:57am
Big Bend Staff Wants Campers To Reserve Sites In Advance
Staff at Big Bend National Park don't want you to make a long drive in vain. If you're planning to camp in the park's campgrounds, reserve your site before you hit the road, they say.
- By NPT Staff - April 26th, 2021 1:45am
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