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Dedication Of Bronze Bear Statue At Denali National Park On Friday

A public unveiling of a bronze brown bear will be held Friday at the Denali Visitor Center Campus in Denali National Park and Preserve.

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By NPT Staff - September 5th, 2012 2:43am

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Concession Prospectus for Glacier National Park Coming Shortly

The National Park Service will soon issue a prospectus for the major concession contract in Glacier National Park. The prospectus will cover lodging, retail, transportation, and food & beverage services currently operated by Glacier Park, Inc.

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By David and Kay Scott - September 5th, 2012 2:27am

Check Out Traveler's Guide To Grand Canyon National Park

Traveler has added Grand Canyon National Park to its list of Essential Park Guides. Check it out!

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By NPT Staff - September 5th, 2012 2:12am

How Might The National Park System Fare Under A "President Romney"?

With Mitt Romney, the Republican presidential nominee, vague on details concerning his plans for reducing the federal deficit and shrinking government, speculation is running heavy, and it's not encouraging for the National Park System.

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By Kurt Repanshek - September 4th, 2012 2:45am

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New Facilities At Grand Canyon National Park Help Encourage Automobile-Free Visits

Officials at Grand Canyon National Park have been trying for years to reduce the congestion on the South Rim caused by private vehicles. On September 12, the park staff will celebrate several new facilities that they hope will encourage additional auto-free travel in the busy park.

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By Jim Burnett - September 4th, 2012 2:36am

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Legal Challenge Coming To Backcountry Fee At Great Smoky Mountains National Park

It might not cost you extra to venture off into the backcountry of Great Smoky Mountains National Park for an overnighter next year. That's because the park's intentions to levy a $4 per person per night charge is going to face a legal challenge.

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By NPT Staff - September 4th, 2012 2:35am

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NPS Releases Concession Proposal for Gulf Islands National Seashore

The National Park Service recently released a concession proposal for retail services at two locations in the Florida unit of Gulf Islands National Seashore.

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By David and Kay Scott - September 4th, 2012 2:31am

Forest Fires Leads To Closure Of Popular Avalanche Lake Trail In Glacier National Park

A forest fire has forced the closure of the Avalanche Lake Trail, a relatively short hike with an impressive payoff, in Glacier National Park.

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By NPT Staff - September 3rd, 2012 5:06pm

Cape Cod National Seashore Beaches Open Despite Shark Sightings In Nearby Waters

All six Cape Cod National Seashore beaches were open on Labor Day despite the sightings of great white sharks in nearby waters.

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By NPT Staff - September 3rd, 2012 1:13pm

Dine and Donate: First Ever "Plates for the Parkway" Program Offers Fuel For You And The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation

Raise a toast to the Blue Ridge Parkway—and do it while enjoying a great meal at one of dozens of restaurants sponsoring “Plates for the Parkway” on September 18th, 2012. The first annual event will include restaurants that agree to donate a minimum of 10% of a meal or the day’s sales to benefit the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation’s efforts to protect the Parkway.

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By NPT Staff - September 3rd, 2012 2:53am