USGS: Yellowstone Flood Was Once-In-500-Years Event
Flooding that ripped through Yellowstone National Park this week could be considered a "once in 500 years" event, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
- By NPT Staff - June 17th, 2022 3:47pm
Yellowstone Recovery Moving Along With Many Partners
Just four days removed from historic flooding that ravaged parts of Yellowstone National Park, recovery efforts are gaining speed with the help of more than 1,000 partnering organizations from surrounding communities, counties, and states.
- By NPT Staff - June 17th, 2022 12:24pm
Cyclist On Canada-Mexico Race Rescued In Glacier National Park
A grueling, 2,700-mile "bikepacking race" proved too difficult for a Wyoming contestant who needed to be rescued after wrecking his bike in Glacier National Park.
- By Compiled From N... - June 17th, 2022 2:30am
NPS Director Chuck Sams: Interior Working To Help Yellowstone Recover
National Park Service Director Chuck Sams on Thursday said Interior Department leadership teams are working to muster the resources to help Yellowstone National Park recovery from this week's catastrophic flooding.
- By Kurt Repanshek - June 16th, 2022 4:08pm
UPDATE | Traveler's View: Did Washington Hear About Yellowstone's Disaster?
Neither Interior Secretary Deb Haaland nor National Park Service Director Chuck Sams has publicly commented on the catastrophic flooding at Yellowstone National Park, if only to express their deep concern and intentions to rally government resources around the beleaguered park known around the world and often credited with spurring the global national parks movement.
- By Kurt Repanshek - June 16th, 2022 3:56pm
Moose-Wilson Road Construction In Grand Teton National Park Delayed
Issues ranging from supply chain woes to a lack of contractors has forced Grand Teton National Park to put off planned work on the Moose-Wilson Road.
- By Compiled From N... - June 16th, 2022 2:30am
Reds Meadow Road To Open At Devils Postpile National Monument
The Reds Meadow Road at Devils Postpile National Monument in California is scheduled to open Friday, providing public access to the monument, Rainbow Falls, Reds Meadow Resort and recreation sites, trailheads and campgrounds in the Reds Meadow Valley.
- By Compiled From N... - June 16th, 2022 2:30am
The Essential RVing Guide To The National Parks
To help RVers explore these lands and destinations, the National Parks Traveler editors and writers have sifted through the National Park System and come away with the definitive RVing guide to the parks. This Essential Guide To RVing In The National Park System presents RV enthusiasts with a rich collection of articles exploring the park system by RV, camper, or trailer that is supported by a directory packed with RVing specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 parks.
- By Kurt Repanshek - July 14th, 2023 1:57pm
Californian In Need Of Gas Dies During Death Valley Heat Wave
A Californian apparently setting out on foot in Death Valley National Park in need of gas for his car was found dead during the park's recent heat wave.
- By Compiled From N... - June 15th, 2022 3:54pm
Have Your Say On The Future Of Jasper’s Caribou
Parks Canada is hosting two public sessions on its proposal to rebuild small caribou herds in Jasper National Park. Each session will include a panel presentation and the chance to ask questions, provide feedback and discuss the proposal with park staff.
- By NPT Staff - June 15th, 2022 2:45am
