National Parks Traveler

The National Park Service will carry out a large-scale $12.7 million preservation and rehabilitation project on the historic C&O Canal in Georgetown, District of Columbia, to protect key parts of the country’s early transportation history and reduce the risk of flooding during storms and high-water events. The project is expected to start mid-March and is anticipated to continue through winter 2026, weather dependent. Construction activities will likely require intermittent towpath detours in Georgetown.

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By Compiled From N... - March 5th, 2024 2:30am

At Beryl Spring In Yellowstone, Roads And Thermal Features Don’t Play Well Together

Yellowstone is home to thousands of dynamic thermal features with complex plumbing systems hidden beneath the ground. These narrow conduits of superheated water are sensitive to both human interaction and natural events, and they pose a significant challenge for infrastructure—especially roads (some of which have even melted due to high ground temperatures!).

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By NPT Staff - March 5th, 2024 2:30am

Big Bend National Park Expected To Be Busy During Spring Break

Big Bend National Park in West Texas is expecting a very busy spring break this year, and officials are urging visitors to make camping or lodging arrangement before heading to the park.

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By Compiled From N... - March 5th, 2024 2:30am

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NPCA: Compromise Budget Will Cut $150 Million From National Park Service

The National Park Service, already struggling to meet staffing and operational needs, will be saddled with a $150 million cut to its current budget if Congress approves a Senate-House compromise spending plan released by the two chambers' appropriations committees.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 4th, 2024 3:47pm

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Information Sought For Lake Powell Vessel Salvage Program

The National Park Service at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is seeking information regarding large debris existing on Lake Powell to inform future salvage and cleanup efforts.

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By Compiled From N... - March 4th, 2024 2:30am

Hovenweep, Natural Bridges National Monuments Going Cashless

Late this month both Hovenweep National Monument and Natural Bridges National Monument in Utah will transition to a fully cashless fee system and accept only mobile or electronic payments for entrance and camping fees. Camping at both parks will transition to being managed through Recreation.gov.

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By Compiled From N... - March 4th, 2024 2:30am

Discovering Mammoth Cave’s Oceanic Past

Underground in Mammoth Cave National Park, John-Paul Hodnett gazes at his rocky surroundings that are studded with fossils millions of years old and admits that, “For me, it is literally a kid in a candy store situation."

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By NPT Editors - March 3rd, 2024 3:00am

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Shuttle Service Resumes Sunday At Zion National Park

Zion National Park is resuming shuttle service on Sunday. Every year, the National Park Service adjusts shuttle schedules, visitor center hours, and campground availability to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit.

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By Compiled From N... - March 3rd, 2024 2:30am

Area Of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Closed Due To Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

A large of area of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan has been closed to the public to allow for treatment of an infestation of hemlock wooly adelgid.

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By Compiled From N... - March 3rd, 2024 2:30am

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Yellowstone Approaching Spring Season

Yellowstone National Park’s winter season wraps up early March as roads begin to close to snowmobile and snowcoach travel. By March 16, most visitor services and park roads will be closed including the South, West and East entrances. The park annually closes most roads at this time of year to prepare them for a spring opening for the public.