National Parks Traveler

A surge of private horseback riders heading to Bryce Canyon National Park has led to problems on the park's trail system, prompting the park staff to reduce the number of available windows on the trails for private riders while the existing management plan for handling private and concession riders is reviewed.

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By Compiled From N... - May 8th, 2022 2:30am

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More Than $900,000 In Funding To Spur Economic Activity Along Blue Ridge Parkway

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation has secured two grants totaling $911,117 from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to support economic development planning in the Blue Ridge Parkway corridor in Virginia and North Carolina. The grants are funded through the American Rescue Plan Act and U.S. EDA’s programs to advance economic recovery and resilience in travel, tourism, and other sectors.

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By NPT Staff - May 8th, 2022 2:30am

Battles With Plastics Pollution Washing Ashore At National Seashores

Plastics -- everything from plastic bottles and bags to food containers -- are washing ashore at national seashores, where crews work throughout the year to remove the garbage that is not just unsightly but a threat to marine and terrestrial wildlife.

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By Lori Sonken - May 8th, 2022 2:30am

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Body Of Austrian Climber Spotted High On Denali

An Austrian who aimed to make a solo climb to the top of North America's tallest mountain died in the process, with his body being spotted by Denali National Park and Preserve rangers flying over the mountain.

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By Compiled From N... - May 7th, 2022 11:38am

Road To Cedar Grove At Kings Canyon National Park To Open Monday

Work to remove a landslide blocking access to the Cedar Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park should be completed in time for that area to open to the public Monday, May 9.

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By Compiled From N... - May 7th, 2022 2:30am

Search Underway For Solo Climber On Denali

Days of silence from a 35-year-old Austrian climber high on Denali has prompted an aerial search of the mountain by rangers at Denali National Park and Preserve.

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By Compiled From N... - May 6th, 2022 10:35am

Meeting Of The Rails Celebration At Golden Spike National Historical Park

Re-enactments of the "meeting of the rails" back in 1869 will be staged at Golden Spike National Historical Park in Utah on Saturday and next Tuesday.

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By Compiled From N... - May 6th, 2022 2:45am

Timpanogos Cave National Monument Approaching Centennial

Timpanogos Cave National Monument in central Utah will begin selling cave tour tickets on May 18, with tickets available for purchase up to 30 days in advance.