When unprecedented flooding roars through a national park, shredding major roads that access that park, it rightfully could be pointed to as the top story in the National Park System. And while Yellowstone National Park was that park, not only the flooding, but the lack of human casualties and rapid recovery, rank that story as arguably the top one in the park system in 2022. But that wasn’t the only major story that came out of the parks this year.
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
You'll soon need a permit if you plan to boat on the Colorado River between the Glen Canyon Dam and Lees Ferry. The National Park Service at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area will begin requiring the free permit on June 1 for that 16-mile stretch of river.
Lake Powell Rising About A Foot A Day
With spring runoff growing by the day, Lake Powell's water level is increasing about a foot a day, according to the National Park Service.
- By Compiled From N... - May 20th, 2023 1:31pm
Rising Lake Powell Allows Houseboats And Large Vessels To Use Bullfrog North Ramp
Spring runoff has raised Lake Powell at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by nearly 10 feet since April 30, allowing the National Park Service to open the Bullfrog North Boat Ramp to houseboats and larger vessels.
- By Compiled From N... - May 10th, 2023 11:40am
Groups Urge Fish And Wildlife Service, Agriculture Department To Vaccinate California Condors Against Flu
Nearly 30 organizations have asked the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and U.S. Agriculture Department to vaccinate California condors in the wild to protect them from avian flu, which already has killed at least 21 of the iconic birds.
Lake Powell Water Levels Rising More Than Expected
An unexpectedly large snowpack in the Upper Colorado River Basin is expected to raise the elevation of Lake Powell at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area higher than previously forecast, leading to the likelihood of more boat ramps being in use this summer.
- By NPT Staff - May 1st, 2023 3:15am
The Other Side Of The National Park System
One of the most incredible experiences I've had in the National Park System was being able to watch the total solar eclipse of 2017 at Grand Teton National Park.
- By Kurt Repanshek - April 10th, 2023 2:30am
Spring Season Begins At Glen Canyon NRA
Beginning April 17, spring season operational changes will be implemented at several facilities in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
- By Compiled From N... - April 8th, 2023 3:00am
Around The Parks: Vandalism At Acadia, Low Water At Glen Canyon, Blue Ridge License Plates
Vandalism at Acadia National Park, low water levels in Lake Powell that are placing Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in a bind, and new speciality license plates for fans of the Blue Ridge Parkway are among the stories circulating around the National Park System this week.
- By NPT Staff - February 22nd, 2023 2:45am
Aquatic Invasive Species Driving Up Costs Of Boating In Some Parks
Ever-rising costs in the battle against aquatic invasive species in the National Park System are driving up the costs of boating in some parks.
- By Kurt Repanshek - December 22nd, 2022 2:45am
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