Red Fox Den Gets Protection In Banff
Banff National Park is closing a section of the park to protect a red fox den.
- By Jennifer Bain - April 29th, 2021 2:30am
Camping At Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in Washington state is moving to 100 percent reservations for all vehicle-accessible campgrounds. Because of this change, you will now able to reserve campsites right up to the day you arrive.
- By NPT Staff - April 29th, 2021 1:45am
National Parks Traveler In The News
National Parks Traveler has been in the news recently for its role as the only news organization that focuses its coverage on national parks and protected areas.
- By NPT Staff - April 29th, 2021 1:45am
National Parks Traveler Checklist: Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park, known as the “Crown Jewel of The Continent,” is a Montana paradise of turquoise waters, pristine forests, alpine meadows, and rugged mountains. During a visit to this park, you can hike, drive 50 miles along one of America’s most scenic highways, explore park history while visiting the park’s lodges, and so much more. This Traveler’s Checklist can help you make the most of your time exploring Glacier.
- By Rebecca Latson - April 28th, 2021 5:00am
A Touch Of Delight On The Oregon Trail
Of 19 national historic trails administered by the National Park Service in conjunction with several other federal agencies, four – California, Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express - follow the Platte River Valley across Nebraska. Both the California and the Oregon National Historic Trails pass through Ash Hollow, a favorite stop for many pioneers as noted in their journals.
- By NPT Staff - April 28th, 2021 2:00am
Reader Participation Day: What Do You Think Of Campfires In Park Campgrounds?
Campfires have been part of camping in the National Park System forever, most likely. There certainly were campfires in the area we now know as Yellowstone National Park before it was a park. But are they good for you?
- By Kurt Repanshek - April 28th, 2021 1:45am
Greenbrier Area Closure At Great Smoky Extended Through May 15
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials say the Greenbrier area will remain temporarily closed beyond the Greenbrier Ranger Station to all motorists and pedestrians through May 15.
- By NPT Staff - April 27th, 2021 1:45am
Hot Springs National Park Schedules BioBlitz
Avocational and aspiring scientists alike are invited to join staff at Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas next month for a BioBlitz at the park.
- By NPT Staff - April 27th, 2021 1:45am
House Democrats From Florida Ask Interior To Halt Oil Exploration At Big Cypress
Oil exploration should not be allowed in Big Cypress National Preserve because of the risks it poses to the environment, wildlife, and potential wilderness, five congressional Democrats from Florida say in a letter asking Interior Department and National Park Service officials to halt energy exploration and development there.
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- By Kurt Repanshek - April 26th, 2021 4:26pm
News About National Parks Traveler
National Parks Traveler garners attention from other media outlets from time to time due to its unique role as the only news organization focused on covering national parks and protected areas.
- By NPT Staff - April 26th, 2021 2:54pm
