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Last Remaining Piece Of Unprotected Land At Grand Teton National Park Acquired By Interior

The sale of 640 acres within Grand Teton National Park from the state of Wyoming to the Interior Department was finalized Monday, ensuring permanent protection for the parcel that is key for migratory wildlife and erasing concerns that the property might have been sold for development.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 30th, 2024 10:33am

President-Elect Trump Vows To Change Mount Denali's Name Back To Mount McKinley

President-elect Trump once again says he'll change the name of America's tallest mountain.

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By justin.housman - December 30th, 2024 2:35am

Death Valley National Park’s Emigrant Canyon Road Closing For Repairs

Death Valley National Park’s Emigrant Canyon Road, damaged by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary back in August 2023, will close January 6 for repairs and not reopen until March.

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

Traveler's View | A Look At The Past Four Years

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