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National Parks Traveler Podcast Episode 284 | Investigating Recreation.gov

A raft floating down a river in Dinosaur National Monument. Photo by Pat Cone 6-2016.

One of the most troublesome aspects of heading out into national parks, national forests, and other federal lands for camping, paddling, or climbing – as well as many other recreational pursuits – is the rising tide of fees to do so. 

There are reservation fees, cancellation fees, fees to change the date of your trip, even fees to gain a priority position to pay a fee for a permit. 

Update To BLM Oil And Gas Leasing Rules Expected To Help National Parks

Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, and Dinosaur National Monument are among the National Park System sites expected to benefit from rule changes for oil and gas leasing on Bureau of Land Management lands, according to the National Parks Conservation Association.

Geologic Views Along Echo Park Scenic Drive, Dinosaur National Monument

Echo Park Road winds away towards geologic features of many colors towering in the distance in Dinosaur National Monument

Who says geology is boring or dull? "Dinosaurs once roamed here. Their fantastic remains are still visibly embedded in the rocks. Today, the mountains, desert, and untamed rivers flowing in deep canyons support an array of life. Petroglyphs hint at earlier cultures. Later, homesteaders and outlaws found refuge here."

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