Mystery Photo: Elevation
There's a lot of elevation in the National Park System, and lots of signs telling you what the elevation is where you're standing. Knowing that, who knows where this elevation marker can be found?
National Parks Traveler Checklist: Grand Canyon's North Rim
Planning a trip to a national park or other park unit? If you are traveling to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, this Traveler’s Checklist provides helpful tips for you to make the most out of a trip to this less-visited portion of the park.
- By Rebecca Latson - May 5th, 2021 5:00am
Park People: Conversation With A Dark Sky Expert
David Saunders is an expert on the dark side of Terra Nova National Park. The man known unofficially as the park's "dark sky champion" celebrates the night skies, whether they're clear, full of stars or showing off the milky way.
- By Jennifer Bain - May 5th, 2021 2:30am
Condors Over The Colorado River
It was as they were waiting for us. Almost as soon as we set foot on the historic Navajo Bridge at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, the condors took to the air, stretching their wings to catch a ride on the afternoon thermals.
Annual Spawning Run Of American Shad Arrives In Delaware River
An ancient and impressive wildlife migration is occurring in our midst. The spring spawning run of American shad in the Delaware River is a timeless rite of spring that has taken place here for the past 10,000 years.
- By NPT Staff - May 5th, 2021 1:45am
Crevasse Claims Colorado Mountaineer At Denali National Park
A 28-year-old Colorado mountaineer lost his life when he fell into a crevasse at Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska.
- By NPT Staff - May 4th, 2021 4:13pm
Cedar Breaks National Monument About Ready To Open For Summer
Cedar Breaks National Monument in Utah plans to open for the summer season on Friday, May 28, Memorial Day Weekend.
- By NPT Staff - May 4th, 2021 1:45am
Bluffs Restaurant Set to Open May 27 On Blue Ridge Parkway
The Bluffs Restaurant at Doughton Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway is scheduled to reopen for the season on Thursday, May 27.
- By NPT Staff - May 4th, 2021 1:45am
Chiricahua National Monument Earns Dark Sky Status
Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona, in partnership with the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association, will be hosting a special dark sky event Saturday to celebrate the park's certification as the 104th International Dark Sky Park.
- By NPT Staff - May 4th, 2021 1:45am
Drakes Beach At Point Reyes National Seashore Closed For Restoration Work
The Drakes Beach area of Point Reyes National Seashore in California is closed through August 31 so restoration work can be performed. The Drakes Beach Road will be closed at its junction with Sir Frances Drake Boulevard.
- By NPT Staff - May 3rd, 2021 2:00am
