National Parks Traveler

Frequent national park visitors are often aware of potential dangers such as wild animals, hot weather, and getting lost on hiking trails. But ahead of the busy summer season, park officials at national seashores and national lakeshores are warning of something that might not be as familiar: Rip currents.

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By janchilds - May 23rd, 2025 2:30am

House Bill Drops Public Lands Sales, But Seen As Harmful To Parks, Wildlife

While a massive budget reconciliation bill passed by the House no longer contains a provision to allow for federal lands to be sold, critics say it contains provisions damaging to the National Park Service, wildlife, and the environment in general.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 22nd, 2025 10:52am

National Park Rangers Grappling With Burnout

It's not even Memorial Day, but some National Park Service rangers are saying burnout is becoming a problem.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 22nd, 2025 2:30am

Great Basin National Park’s Lower Lehman Creek Campground Closed For Renovations

Great Basin National Park’s Lower Lehman Creek Campground has closed to facilitate a major renovation and expansion expected to improve the visitor experience and expand year-round camping opportunities in the park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 22nd, 2025 2:30am

Memorial Day Weekend To Be Crowded In The National Parks

Be sure to pack your patience if you're heading to a national park over Memorial Day Weekend, as many parks are expecting crowds.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 22nd, 2025 2:00am

New Recycling Program Set Up In Grand Teton National Park

Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, a new approach to recycling litter and waste has been set up in Grand Teton National Park at the Colter Bay Campground.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 21st, 2025 2:30am

Exploring The Parks | Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary

In this newest sanctuary, NOAA partners with an Indigenous tribe to protect vital marine habitat and sacred places.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 21st, 2025 2:30am

Where To Go Caving In The National Park System

Last week we mentioned that Crystal Cave at Sequoia National Park was reopening to the public for the first time since 2021. Now we're going to tell you where else in the National Park System you can go underground.