National Parks Traveler

It's been a tumultuous four years for the National Park System and the National Park Service, with powerful storms and wildfires sweeping the parks, insufficient funding and declining staff when you consider the addition of ten units since President Biden took office, and some questionable decisions.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 30th, 2024 2:30am

Cumberland Valley Loop Horse Trail Repaired At Big South Fork NRRA

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, which straddles Kentucky and Tennessee, recently repaired 16 miles of the Cumberland Valley Loop Horseback Riding Trail, located in the heart of the park's trail system.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 29th, 2024 2:30am

Carl Sandburg Home Partially Opens Trails Following Hurricane Helene Damage

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site begins phased reopening after Hurricane Helene.

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By justin.housman - December 29th, 2024 2:30am

Massachusetts Gets A New National Natural Landmark

Nantucket Barrier Beach and Wildlife Refuge is the newest National Natural Landmark.

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By justin.housman - December 29th, 2024 2:30am

Elk Management Operation Closes Wind Cave National Park Backcountry

A few dozen animals will be removed from the elk herd at Wind Cave National Park in a bid to control chronic wasting disease.

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By justin.housman - December 28th, 2024 2:50am

National Park Foundation Announces $4.6 Million In Grants For More Complete Storytelling In The Parks

A big pot of money is set aside by the National Park Foundation to tell a more complete American story.

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By justin.housman - December 27th, 2024 2:35am

Sunday's Podcast Features Author Kevin Fedarko Discussing His Latest Book

Author Kevin Fedarko appears on the National Parks Traveler's podcast Sunday to discuss his latest book, A Walk In The Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 27th, 2024 2:30am

Great American Outdoors Act Funds Historic Gibson Cabin Restoration

The Great American Outdoors Act is put to use again, this time funding the restoration of a historic cabin at St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.

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By justin.housman - December 27th, 2024 2:15am

First Look At Jasper’s Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre

Behind an electrified fence along a seasonal road in Jasper National Park, a trailblazing Caribou Conservation Breeding Centre is nearing completion despite setbacks from a massive summer wildfire.