Check Out Traveler's Guide To Grand Canyon National Park
Traveler has added Grand Canyon National Park to its list of Essential Park Guides. Check it out!
- By NPT Staff - September 5th, 2012 2:12am
How Might The National Park System Fare Under A "President Romney"?
With Mitt Romney, the Republican presidential nominee, vague on details concerning his plans for reducing the federal deficit and shrinking government, speculation is running heavy, and it's not encouraging for the National Park System.
- By Kurt Repanshek - September 4th, 2012 2:45am
New Facilities At Grand Canyon National Park Help Encourage Automobile-Free Visits
Officials at Grand Canyon National Park have been trying for years to reduce the congestion on the South Rim caused by private vehicles. On September 12, the park staff will celebrate several new facilities that they hope will encourage additional auto-free travel in the busy park.
- By Jim Burnett - September 4th, 2012 2:36am
Legal Challenge Coming To Backcountry Fee At Great Smoky Mountains National Park
It might not cost you extra to venture off into the backcountry of Great Smoky Mountains National Park for an overnighter next year. That's because the park's intentions to levy a $4 per person per night charge is going to face a legal challenge.
- By NPT Staff - September 4th, 2012 2:35am
NPS Releases Concession Proposal for Gulf Islands National Seashore
The National Park Service recently released a concession proposal for retail services at two locations in the Florida unit of Gulf Islands National Seashore.
- By David and Kay Scott - September 4th, 2012 2:31am
Forest Fires Leads To Closure Of Popular Avalanche Lake Trail In Glacier National Park
A forest fire has forced the closure of the Avalanche Lake Trail, a relatively short hike with an impressive payoff, in Glacier National Park.
- By NPT Staff - September 3rd, 2012 5:06pm
Cape Cod National Seashore Beaches Open Despite Shark Sightings In Nearby Waters
All six Cape Cod National Seashore beaches were open on Labor Day despite the sightings of great white sharks in nearby waters.
- By NPT Staff - September 3rd, 2012 1:13pm
Dine and Donate: First Ever "Plates for the Parkway" Program Offers Fuel For You And The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation
Raise a toast to the Blue Ridge Parkway—and do it while enjoying a great meal at one of dozens of restaurants sponsoring “Plates for the Parkway” on September 18th, 2012. The first annual event will include restaurants that agree to donate a minimum of 10% of a meal or the day’s sales to benefit the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation’s efforts to protect the Parkway.
White-Water, Apple Harvests, And Indian Summer On The Coast Are Among 10 Great Fall National Park Activities
Fall is, in many people's eyes, the best season to enjoy the National Park System. Temperatures are moderating, insects are a thing of the past, forests wrap themselves in dazzling colors, and wildlife is easy to see and often vocal. Here are ten great fall destinations in the park system.
Parks Beyond Borders: Australia Developers To Gain Park Resorts in Victoria; Top Five National Parks Britain and Malaysia
Recent relaxation of rules against private commercial development in Australian national parks in the state of Victoria are calling attention again to the ongoing plethora of park controversies. And here are the "Top Five" national parks in Britain and Malaysia.
