National Parks Traveler

Should a boat 20 feet in length be assessed the same annual fee for plying the waters of Lake Powell at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area as a boat approaching 100 feet in length? The National Park Service doesn't think so and is proposing a sliding fee scale based on the length of a boat and is seeking public comment on that proposal.

Read more about Tiered Boat Fees Could Be Coming To Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

By Compiled From N... - September 10th, 2023 2:30am

Coyote Attacks Cyclist In Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Parts of Cape Breton Highlands National Park have been closed while staff hunt for an aggressive coyote that bit a cyclist on the Cabot Trail.

Read more about Coyote Attacks Cyclist In Cape Breton Highlands National Park

By NPT Staff - September 9th, 2023 7:00am

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #65

There will never be any worries about running out of interesting National Park System tidbits for quizzes and trivia, so here is Quiz and Trivia #65. Test your knowledge to see how much you really know. You might surprise yourself, impress friends, family, and co-workers, and maybe even learn something new!

Read more about National Parks Quiz And Trivia #65

By Rebecca Latson - September 9th, 2023 3:00am

Fall Hiking Series Coming To Ozark National Scenic Riverways

While Ozark National Scenic Riverways in Missouri is known best for its rivers, it also has some great hiking opportunities. Some of them will be on display this fall during hikes guided by park rangers.

Read more about Fall Hiking Series Coming To Ozark National Scenic Riverways

By Compiled From N... - September 9th, 2023 2:30am

West Nile Virus Detected In Crow At Fire Island National Seashore

A crow found dead at Fire Island National Seashore in New York had been infected with West Nile Virus, according to tests.

Read more about West Nile Virus Detected In Crow At Fire Island National Seashore

By Compiled From N... - September 8th, 2023 10:21am

National Park Service Proposes To Raze Old Buildings At Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Five post-Civil War structures within Harpers Ferry National Historical Park that are in dilapidated condition would be razed under a proposal the National Park Service has opened to public comment.

Read more about National Park Service Proposes To Raze Old Buildings At Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

By Compiled From N... - September 8th, 2023 2:30am

18 comments

Visitors To Shenandoah National Park Asked To Be Careful With Fire

Shenandoah National Park officials, who a week ago shut down angling in the park due to low streamflows and high water temperatures, now are urging visitors to be extremely cautious with fire because of the high fire danger in the park.

Read more about Visitors To Shenandoah National Park Asked To Be Careful With Fire

By Compiled From N... - September 7th, 2023 1:49pm

Biden Administration Provides $5 Million For Bison Restoration

The Biden administration has released $5 million to help further efforts to restore grassland landscapes for bison.

Read more about Biden Administration Provides $5 Million For Bison Restoration

By Kurt Repanshek - September 7th, 2023 1:32pm

Which Is More Hazardous To Yellowstone Visitors, Wildlife Or Hot Springs?

More people have died in hot springs accidents in Yellowstone National Park than from wildlife encounters.

Read more about Which Is More Hazardous To Yellowstone Visitors, Wildlife Or Hot Springs?

By NPT Staff - September 7th, 2023 2:30am

1 comment

Reader Participation Day: What Was Your Most Unique Lodging Experience?

I've stayed in national park lodging from Cape Lookout National Seashore on North Carolina's Outer Banks to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in Alaska. While some of those stays were very memorable, others were easily forgettable.