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Annual Memorial Luminary Tour Returns to Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Nov. 7
REPUBLIC, Mo. — Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield invites the public to the Annual Memorial Luminary Tour Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning at 5:30 p.m. This free event honors the 2,539 soldiers who died, were wounded or wen…
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
Death Valley National Park Begins Critical Water and Wastewater System Modernization Project
On October 21, Death Valley National Park broke ground on the Furnace Creek Water Systems Rehabilitation Project, a $69.5 million investment to modernize aging water and wastewater infrastructure serving park visitors, e…
Death Valley National Park
Traffic advisory for the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial Dedication Ceremony and Turnstile events
On Saturday, Oct. 24, the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial Dedication Ceremony and Turnstile events will take place in downtown Washington, D.C. In conjunction with these events, there will be street closures that…
National Park Service
White Nose Syndrome Detected in Bats in Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Glacier National Park has confirmed the presence of white-nose syndrome in a little brown bat found deceased in the Saint Mary area of the park in May. Samples collected from live bats in June also …
Glacier National Park
Most Yellowstone National Park Roads and Entrances Close Nov. 1, 2026, for Winter Season
As fall settles over Yellowstone National Park, most park roads and three entrances will close to regular vehicle traffic on Nov. 1 in preparation for winter. Each year, the park closes its West, South and East entrances…
Yellowstone National Park
Grand Canyon National Parks Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Measures to Reduce Visual Impacts at Hermits Rest
The National Park Service is seeking public comment on a draft Memorandum of Agreement outlining proposed measures to reduce the visual impacts of the replacement water tank at Hermits Rest. Comments will be accepted for…
Grand Canyon National Park
Jewel Cave National Monument to Host Native American Heritage Day
Jewel Cave National Monument invites the public to a free Native American Heritage Day event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the monument’s visitor center. The event will feature music, dance and storytelling…
Jewel Cave National Monument
Antietam Visitors Should Plan for Partial Closures Oct. 27-28
Visitors to Antietam National Battlefield should plan for temporary closures of the visitor center, Dunker Church and nearby roads and trails beginning Oct. 27 while Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists r…
Antietam National Battlefield
Chiricahua National Monument Becomes America’s Newest National Park
Chiricahua National Monument is now Chiricahua National Park, following President Donald J. Trump's signing of the Chiricahua National Park Act into law on Oct. 20, 2026. The redesignation recognizes the national signifi…
Chiricahua National Park
2026 National Christmas Tree Lottery Opens Oct. 28
Enter the free ticket lottery for the 2026 National Christmas Tree Lighting, Dec. 3 on the Ellipse in Washington, D.C. Apply at Recreation.gov from 10 a.m. ET Oct. 28 through 3 p.m. ET Nov. 4. Winners will be notified No…
The White House and President's Park
National Park Service selects Edward Wenschhof to lead Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park
The National Park Service today announced the selection of Edward “Ed” Wenschhof as superintendent of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. He assumed the role Oct. 18, 2026.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Park Service Seeks Public Input on Future of Amache National Historic Site
The National Park Service is seeking public input on preliminary plans to guide the future of Amache National Historic Site. The proposed concepts outline different approaches to preserving the site's historic resources,…
Amache National Historic Site
National Park Service Seeks Proposals for Kayak Rental Services at Glacier Bay
GUSTAVUS, Alaska — The National Park Service is seeking proposals for a 10-year concession contract to provide kayak rental services at Bartlett Cove in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve.
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
National Park Service, Yellowstone Forever, and Blackstone Infrastructure’s Tallgrass Announce $105 Million Fund for Yellowstone National Park
The National Park Service, together with its official nonprofit and philanthropic partner, Yellowstone Forever, and Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company Tallgrass, announces the establishment of a $105 million Con…
Yellowstone National Park
Operational Updates for Oct. 19 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial
On Oct. 19 at 9 a.m., Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen to the public. A number of facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will also reopen.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore + 2 more
Portions of Gulf Islands National Seashore Reopen after Hurricane Isaias
Gulf Islands National Seashore will reopen portions of the Florida District on Oct. 18.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Park Service Announces Weather-Related Closures at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial
Due to forecasted strong winds and coastal impacts, the campgrounds, off-road vehicle ramps and visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, along with Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers Na…
Cape Hatteras National Seashore + 2 more
Update: Prescribed Burning Planned at Grant Grove starting October 17 to Reduce Wildfire Risk
The National Park Service and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service will conduct a 482-acre prescribed fire in the Grant Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park beginning Oct. 17, 2026, weather conditions permitting.
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Temporary Bridge on North Shore Road to Be Removed Oct. 22 for Winter Season
PORT ANGELES, Wash. — Olympic National Park crews will remove the temporary bridge connecting Quinault North Shore Road and South Shore Road on Oct. 22. The structure spans a culvert that is vulnerable to winter storms a…
Olympic National Park
Pile Burn Operations Begin Oct. 20 in Olympic National Park
The Olympic Interagency Fire Management Team will burn isolated debris piles in Olympic National Park beginning on Oct. 20, conditions permitting. The debris piles are located in the Mora, Hoh, Elwha, and Quinault mainte…
Olympic National Park
National Park Service selects Jenn O’Neill as site manager of Amache National Historic Site
The National Park Service is pleased to announce the selection of Jenn O’Neill as the new site manager of Amache National Historic Site. O’Neill has worked for the National Park Service for more than a decade, most recen…
Amache National Historic Site
Prescribed Fire Planned at Gran Quivira Unit to Reduce Wildfire Risk
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service will conduct a prescribed fire at the Gran Quivira Unit, approximately 20 miles southeast of Mountainair, New Mexico, between Oct. 19 and Oct. …
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
National Park Service Designates New American World War II Heritage Cities
The National Park Service today announced the designation of 10 jurisdictions as 2026 American World War II Heritage Cities.
National Park Service
Fort Pulaski National Monument to Commemorate Veterans Day with Living History Experience
Fort Pulaski National Monument will commemorate Veterans Day with an immersive living history event inside the fort.
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Kiana Traditional Council and community partners to receive 2026 Eileen Devinney Award
Western Arctic National Parklands will present the 2026 Eileen Devinney Award to the Kiana Traditional Council, Tessa Baldwin-Cyrus, Robin Kornfield and Thomas Jackson in recognition of their longstanding partnership wit…
Cape Krusenstern National Monument + 2 more
National Park Service Proposes Off-Road Vehicle Access for Subsistence in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve
The Department of the Interior and the National Park Service today announced a proposed rule that would allow qualifying rural residents of Anaktuvuk Pass to use off-road vehicles for lawful subsistence activities in Gat…
Gates Of The Arctic National Park & Preserve
Public Invited to Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Meeting
The National Park Service invites the public to attend the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission quarterly meeting at 1 p.m. on Oct. 20 at Keweenaw National Historical Park, 25970 Red Jacket Road in Calum…
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Bryce Canyon National Park Expands Visitor Access with Viewpoint Connector Trail
Visitors to Bryce Canyon National Park now have another way to travel to Bryce Point, with the completion of the final phase of the Bryce Canyon Shared Use Path.
Bryce Canyon National Park
Tularemia Detected in Glacier National Park’s Many Glacier Valley
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Park officials have confirmed that two dead snowshoe hares were found in Glacier National Park’s Many Glacier Valley tested positive for tularemia, a rare but serious bacterial disease.
Glacier National Park
Howling Homestead at Homestead National Historical Park
Homestead National Historical Park will host Howling Homestead, a fun, family-friendly event, beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, at the park’s Heritage Center.
Homestead National Historical Park
November Updates & Events at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park announces updates and programs for November 2026:
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
National Park Service Expands Visitor Access at Denali National Park and Preserve
Under the final rule, up to 160 vehicles may travel each day on the restricted section of the park road during the park’s visitor season. The final rule brings the vehicle limit on the restricted section of the Denali Pa…
Denali National Park & Preserve
National Park Service Announces Reopening of Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
The National Park Service, in cooperation with the National Park Foundation and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, will reopen the Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site to the pub…
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site + 1 more
Park agencies establish coordinated closure protocol for red flag warnings
New Approach Aims to Reduce Wildfire Risk and Protect Visitors, Neighboring Communities and Public Lands During Dangerous Fire Weather.
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Indiana Dunes National Park Waives Miller Woods Trails Entrance Fees
PORTER, Ind. — Indiana Dunes National Park has waived the entrance fee for the Douglas Center Loop and Paul H. Douglas Trail at Miller Woods, both accessible from the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education in…
Indiana Dunes National Park
Cape Hatteras National Seashore Begins Treatments to Control Invasive Reed
Over the next few weeks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is using aerial and ground-based herbicide treatments to control an invasive common reed (Phragmites australis) and help restore native wetland vegetation.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Brian Harmon Selected as Superintendent of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio — The National Park Service has selected Brian Harmon as the new superintendent of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
Dome Fire Update, October 13, 2026 (morning)
Progress on the Dome Fire continues, with no change to the perimeter in several days. Containment has increased to 86%. Fire activity remains minimal, and any visible smoke is coming from interior pockets of heat.
Yosemite National Park
Historic Tax Credit Drives $9.2 Billion in GDP in FY 2025, Supports 163,000 Jobs in FY 2025
The National Park Service today announced that private investment in historic rehabilitation projects totaled an estimated $9.6 billion in fiscal year 2025, generating approximately 163,000 jobs, $18.1 billion in total e…
National Park Service
Murder and Mayhem at the Fort
Fort Scott National Historic Site will offer four special candle lantern tours on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, as part of its Murder and Mayhem at the Fort program. Tour leaders will share lesser-known stories of tragedy and…
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Dome Fire Update, October 12, 2026 (morning)
Containment on the Dome Fire increased to 73% yesterday as firefighters continued mop‑up and tactical patrol. All crews were flown out of spike camps in the wilderness by helicopter ahead of forecast rain and possible mo…
Yosemite National Park
Missing Hiker Sahil Jilani Found Deceased in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Missing hiker Sahil Jilani was found deceased in Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Abrams Falls on Oct. 8.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 11, 2026 (morning)
All control lines held during yesterday’s wind event, thanks to several days of steady work by firefighters. Crews conducted tactical patrol and watched for spot fires. Fire activity increased with the wind, but burning …
Yosemite National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 10, 2026 (morning)
Yesterday was another successful day on the Dome Fire. All control lines held, and there was no additional growth. Fire activity remained minimal. Crews pushed hard and successfully completed critical fireline on the eas…
Yosemite National Park
Fort Union to Host “Of Smoke & Powder” Living History Event
Fort Union National Monument will host “Of Smoke & Powder,” a special living history event Saturday, Oct. 24, and Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026.
Fort Union National Monument
Great Smoky Mountains to Close U.S. 441/Newfound Gap Road Beginning Oct. 9 at 8 p.m. Due to Strong Winds Associated with Hurricane Isaias
Beginning today, Oct. 9 at 8 p.m., Great Smoky Mountains National Park will close U.S. 441/Newfound Gap Road due to expected strong winds associated with Hurricane Isaias and the potential for downed trees and debris. Ad…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Temporary Closure in Alpine Sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – With temperatures drastically lowering, Glacier National Park is expecting rain and possible snowfall this weekend. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, a temporary road closure in the alpin…
Glacier National Park
Fall Fun Returns to Oxon Hill Farm With Free Festival Oct. 17
The National Park Service will host a free, family-friendly fall festival at Oxon Hill Farm on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature live music, sheepdog demonstrations, line dancing, pumpkin p…
National Capital Parks-East + 1 more
Zion National Park Opens Visitor Access on the Zion Mt. Carmel Highway
Zion National Park will reopen visitor access on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. A portion of the highway was closed Sept. 30, 2026, after a large rock formation collapsed, damaging the roadway and b…
Zion National Park
Prescribed Burn Planned at North Cascades National Park Service Complex to Improve Habitat and Reduce Wildfire Risk
The National Park Service and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service are preparing for prescribed pile burns in Ross Lake and Lake Chelan national recreation areas throughout October and November, conditions and staffing permitt…
North Cascades National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 9, 2026 (morning)
Containment increased to 61% on the Dome Fire yesterday as firefighters continued to work in challenging remote conditions. Today, crews will continue to mop up and patrol the north and west side.
Yosemite National Park
Tours Offered at Scotty’s Castle as Restoration Continues
Visitors will have a limited opportunity to explore the historic grounds of Scotty’s Castle this season while the National Park Service (NPS) continues repairs and restoration work. Guided exterior tours will be offered …
Death Valley National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 8, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire has stayed within its current footprint thanks to firefighters' steady work reinforcing containment lines. Additional crews continue to arrive and join suppression efforts, focusing on heavy dead and downed…
Yosemite National Park
Gulf Islands National Seashore in Florida, Mississippi closes for Hurricane Isaias
Gulf Islands National Seashore closes for Hurricane Isaias.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
United States Mint to Release Special 250th Anniversary Gettysburg Address Quarter on October 21
On Oct. 21, 2026, Gettysburg National Military Park, in partnership with the United States Mint and the Gettysburg Foundation, will host a public ceremony at the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center at 11 a.m. to celebra…
Gettysburg National Military Park
New All-Terrain Wheelchairs Improve Visitor Access in Five Utah National Parks
Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands and Arches now offer specialized wheelchairs giving visitors with accessibility needs more options to explore.
Arches National Park + 4 more
Uncertainty at Kīlauea Summit Prompts Safety Closures in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park will temporarily close Halemaʻumaʻu Trail and part of Byron Ledge Trail by 5 p.m. today, Wednesday, October 7, due to continued inflation and increased seismicity at the summit of Kīlauea …
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
National Park Service Completes Environmental Review for Future Improvements at Glen Echo Park
The National Park Service has completed the environmental review for the Glen Echo Park Management Plan Amendment. The review evaluated proposed updates to guide future planning, design and management of the park. The Fi…
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Meet the Past - Living History Bus Tour
Join Shiloh for a Living History Bus Tour
Shiloh National Military Park
National Park Service to close Gulf Islands National Seashore in Florida, Mississippi for Tropical Storm Isaias
Gulf Islands National Seashore is closing for Tropical Storm Isaias.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
Grand Portage National Monument Seasonal Hours for Heritage Center and Historic Depot Beginning October 13, 2026
Beginning Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Grand Portage National Monument will transition to its fall hours. The Heritage Center will be open daily from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Historic Depot will close for the season on this …
Grand Portage National Monument
Dyea Flats Road construction to cause temporary closures, delays
Visitors and residents traveling Dyea Flats Road should expect traffic restrictions and temporary road closures from Oct. 15 through Nov. 23 while crews replace culverts and repair the road near the Slide Cemetery and Lo…
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Dome Fire Update, October 7, 2026 (morning)
Due to the success on the south and southwest sides of the fire, yesterday several crews were able to shift positions and strengthen nearby divisions. Mule trains again played a key role, hauling meals, water, fuel, gene…
Yosemite National Park
Cedar Breaks National Monument Winds Down Summer Operations
Cedar Breaks National Monument is winding down its 2026 summer operations as the monument transitions into the colder months. The Visitor Center, Zion Forever Project Park Store, and Human History Museum will close for t…
Cedar Breaks National Monument
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Reminds Visitors: Approaching Elk is Both Dangerous and Illegal
Great Smoky Mountains National Park warns visitors that approaching elk is dangerous and illegal. With the elk rut (mating season) underway, elk are particularly aggressive.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
National Park Service to Implement Wildfire Risk Reduction Efforts in Areas of the Blue Ridge Parkway Damaged by Hurricane Helene
The National Park Service today announced that work will begin in early October to reduce wildfire risk along the Blue Ridge Parkway by removing hazardous, storm-generated tree debris left by Hurricane Helene. The first …
Blue Ridge Parkway
Yellowstone National Park reports September 2026 visitation statistics
Yellowstone National Park hosted 868,450 recreation visits in September 2026, up 3% from September 2025 (839,579 recreation visits).
Yellowstone National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 6, 2026 (morning)
Yesterday, firefighters continued to limit fire growth on the north, west, and southern sides of the fire. Crews working the eastern edge, where fire remains active, made good progress constructing containment lines. Hel…
Yosemite National Park
Prescribed Burning in Grant Grove Scheduled to Begin October 13
The National Park Service and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service staff will begin prescribed burning in the Grant Grove area on October 13, weather permitting. The operation will cover 521 acres west of Highway 180, includin…
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Public Involvement Period Opens on Long-Term North Rim Recovery and Redevelopment Concepts at Grand Canyon National Park
The National Park Service invites the public to help shape the long-term recovery and future of the North Rim at Grand Canyon National Park by participating in a 30-day public involvement period beginning Oct. 6, 2026. F…
Grand Canyon National Park
Fall 2026 Prescribed Fire Burning Notice
Fall 2026 list of locations for potential prescribed burn.
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Most of Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground Reopens After Fire
More than half of Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground has reopened following a recent fire, while the immediate fire area remains closed due to lingering hot spots and hazardous materials. Investigators with the U.S. W…
Death Valley National Park
Construction Work on US Highway 26/89/191 near Moran to begin in October
Work will address significant erosion at the Snake River and Buffalo Fork Confluence.
Grand Teton National Park
Multiple Projects Completed on Blue Ridge Parkway in Time for Fall Travel
Consistent with President Donald J. Trump’s direction to accelerate rebuilding and recovery following Hurricane Helene and keep parks open and accessible, the National Park Service continues to advance critical repairs a…
Blue Ridge Parkway
Colonial National Historical Park Presents Hamilton With Hamilton
On Oct. 17, Colonial National Historical Park hosts Hamilton with Hamilton. This free event at the Yorktown Victory Monument features a live conversation with an Alexander Hamilton reenactor and outdoor screening of the …
Colonial National Historical Park
Dome Fire Update, October 5, 2026 (morning)
On Sunday, the fire remained within its existing footprint along the southern and western areas of the fire, where firefighters focused efforts on mopping up and improving containment lines. Crews continue to focus conta…
Yosemite National Park
Vicksburg National Military Park Invites Public Feedback on Plans to Redesign Park Entrance
Vicksburg National Military Park invites public feedback on plans to redesign its main entrance at Clay Street and Old Highway 27. The proposed changes aim to improve safety, traffic flow and access while protecting hist…
Vicksburg National Military Park
Fall Events at Appomattox Court House NHP
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park continues its commemoration of 250 years of American Independence with a series of special events this fall. These programs connect the history of Appomattox Court House wi…
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
Dome Fire Update, October 4, 2026 (morning)
Fire activity increased yesterday as temperatures remained well above normal and conditions stayed dry. Today, crews will be constructing additional handline on the eastern side and continue addressing the spot fires fro…
Yosemite National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 3, 2026 (morning)
Additional Interagency Hotshot Crews have been ordered and are arriving at the incident. Firefighters’ top priority is the northeast area, where multiple spot fires occurred Thursday afternoon.
Yosemite National Park
Additional Airlifts Planned for LeConte Lodge Recreation Building Demolition Project Oct. 6-9
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is planning additional airlifts from Oct. 6-9 to remove materials from the demolished LeConte Lodge Recreation Building. The scheduled airlifts are expected to occur between 9 a.m. and…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 2, 2026 (morning)
Crews continue to make good progress in the southern area of the fire, and containment lines are being reinforced. On the west side, the fire continues to slowly back down the slope toward control lines. With wind gust t…
Yosemite National Park
Jennifer Onufer Selected as Superintendent of Voyageurs National Park
The National Park Service today announced the selection of Jennifer Onufer as its next superintendent of Voyageurs National Park. Onufer will begin her new role this fall, bringing more than two decades of experience in …
Voyageurs National Park
Southbound George Washington Memorial Parkway Lane Closures Begin Oct. 5
The National Park Service will temporarily close all southbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway in two sections between Tulane Drive and Alexandria Avenue from Monday, Oct. 5 through Thursday, Oct. 8, 202…
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Prescribed Burns Planned for New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
This fall, New River Gorge National Park and Preserve will conduct prescribed burns in two designated areas to support ecosystem health and reduce wildfire risk in the park and local communities.
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
Catoctin Mountain Park Announces Temporary Road Closure October 2 and 3
THURMONT, Md.- Due to increased security measures, a section of Park Central Road in Catoctin Mountain Park will temporarily close Friday, October 2, at 10 a.m. The road is expected to reopen by 8 p.m. Saturday, October …
Catoctin Mountain Park
Hōlei Sea Arch Collapses in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
The iconic Hōlei Sea Arch in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean, marking the latest transformation of the park’s remote and rugged coastline.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Indiana Dunes National Park Releases 1600 Lab Grown Native Mussels into the Little Calumet River to Improve Water Quality
PORTER, Ind. — Indiana Dunes National Park recently celebrated the release of more than 1,600 native fatmucket mussels (Lampsilis siliquoidea) into the East Branch of the Little Calumet River.
Indiana Dunes National Park
Isle Royale National Park Seeks Commercial Use Authorization Applications for 2027 Operating Season
Isle Royale National Park will accept applications for one-year Commercial Use Authorization for the 2027 operating season from Nov. 1 to Nov. 30.
Isle Royale National Park
Dome Fire Update, October 1, 2026 (morning)
The fire grew 192 acres since yesterday morning, partly from planned backfiring operations. It is 40% contained. Firing operations continue near Glacier Point Road and the Bridalveil Creek Trail. Crews carefully burn dry…
Yosemite National Park
National Park Service Proposes Expanded Off-Road Vehicle Access in Big Cypress National Preserve
The National Park Service is proposing updates to special regulations for Big Cypress National Preserve that would make way for implementation of the 2010 Addition Lands General Management Plan (GMP). The National Park S…
Big Cypress National Preserve
Denali National Park to Resume Fuels Reduction Project This Fall
Denali National Park and Preserve and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service will continue fuels-reduction work this fall near the park entrance to reduce wildfire risk around park buildings, infrastructure and public-use areas.
Denali National Park & Preserve
Dome Fire Update, September 30, 2026 (morning)
The fire has grown 242 acres since yesterday morning and is now 39% contained. Containment is increasing and is outpacing the fire growth.
Yosemite National Park
Mount Rainier National Park Announces Fall Construction Activities for Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project
Mount Rainier National Park, in coordination with the Federal Highway Administration, will begin construction activities for the Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project on Sept. 28. The multiyear project will replace…
Mount Rainier National Park
Mojave National Preserve Welcomes New Superintendent
The National Park Service has selected Kevin Schluckebier as the next superintendent of Mojave National Preserve. He will begin his new role Oct. 18, 2026.
Mojave National Preserve
Modified Fall Operations Begin at Grand Canyon’s North Rim Oct. 15
Grand Canyon National Park will begin modified fall operations at the North Rim on Oct. 15. As part of this transition Cape Royal Road and Point Imperial Road will be temporarily closed from sunset Oct. 15 through sunri…
Grand Canyon National Park
Cumberland Gap Announces Rare Tour for 30th Anniversary of Cumberland Gap Tunnel
From October 16 to 18, Cumberland Gap National Historical Park will celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the Cumberland Gap Tunnel by offering visitors a rare, behind-the-scenes experience.
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Completes Reconstruction of Historic John Messer Barn in Greenbrier
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in partnership with Friends of the Smokies, has completed a full reconstruction of the historic John Messer Barn in Greenbrier following extensive storm damage. Park leadership, Frien…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective October 1, 2026
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Acting Superintendent Joni Seay announced today that the 13-knot vessel speed limit in Queen Inlet and on the eastern side of Lower Bay whale waters will be removed effective Octobe…
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
Buffalo National River Encourages Visitors to Explore Safely This Fall
Buffalo National River invites visitors to take advantage of cooler fall temperatures and safely explore the park’s many hiking trails surrounding the river.
Buffalo National River
Dome Fire Update, September 29, 2026 (morning)
The fire has grown 177 acres since yesterday morning and is now 34% contained. Containment is increasing. The fire’s growth was slowed on Monday, in part due to cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity. Warmer and…
Yosemite National Park
Campfire Ban Lifted
Fire ban lifting on October 2.
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Blue Ridge Parkway Completes Historic 75-Mile Road Rehabilitation Project
The National Park Service today announced the completion of a more than $100 million rehabilitation of 75 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Western North Carolina.
Blue Ridge Parkway
Celebrate Hot Springs’ Famous Water at the Hot Springs Water Festival
Hot Springs National Park will host the annual Hot Springs Water Festival on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the Arlington Lawn near historic Bathhouse Row.
Hot Springs National Park
Walk Through Ice Age History at White Sands National Park During National Fossil Day
Throughout October, White Sands National Park will celebrate National Fossil Day (Oct. 14) with a series of special programs exploring the Ice Age human and mammal fossilized footprints preserved throughout the park. Pr…
White Sands National Park
Cape Hatteras National Seashore Reports Status Updates After Recent Coastal Storm
Cape Hatteras National Seashore experienced significant impacts from the recent coastal storm. Dare County has declared a State of Emergency for Hatteras Island. As a result, non-resident travel to Hatteras Island is cur…
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Titus Canyon Road closing for repairs October 2
Titus Canyon Road, one of Death Valley National Park’s most popular backcountry drives, will close Oct. 2, 2026, as work begins to repair and strengthen the road following extensive flood damage.
Death Valley National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 28, 2026 (morning)
The fire has grown 406 acres since yesterday morning and remains 30% contained. Containment is increasing. The fire’s primary growth has been to the north and northeast at a moderated pace.
Yosemite National Park
Alcatraz Island to Temporarily Close for Dock Repairs This Fall
Alcatraz Island, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, is scheduled to temporarily close beginning on October 26, 2026, while crews replace pilings that secure the ferry dock to the island. Repairs are expect…
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Volunteer Fair at the Waterworks Offers Opportunities at Castillo de San Marcos
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument invites the public to attend a volunteer fair on Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Waterworks, 184 San Marco Ave.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument + 1 more
Most of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Reopens Following Hurricane Nolo
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has reopened most areas along Kīlauea summit, and Kahuku Unit following Hurricane Nolo.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 27, 2026 (morning)
The fire has grown 311 acres since yesterday morning and is now 30% contained. The fire continues to move slowly north and northeast into the 2017 Empire Fire footprint, where rocky terrain and natural barriers are helpi…
Yosemite National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 26, 2026 (morning)
The fire grew 240 acres since yesterday morning. Containment has increased to 28%. The fire is moving north and northeast in the old 2017 Empire Fire footprint and is inside the Yosemite Wilderness. Crews are building an…
Yosemite National Park
Prescribed Burns Planned for Bald Hills This Fall
Redwood National and State Parks will conduct a series of prescribed burns this fall in six areas of the Bald Hills: DA Second Growth, Williams Ridge, Schoolhouse, Wooden Gate, Lower Dolason and South Boundary.
Redwood National and State Parks
Wrangell-St. Elias Subsistence Resource Commission to Meet Oct. 9-10 in McCarthy
The Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Subsistence Resource Commission will meet Oct. 9-10 at the Great St. Elias Station in McCarthy, with options to participate virtually or by phone. The McCarthy meeting location is a c…
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve
Big Bend National Park Announces Temporary Closures for Wildlife Management Project
BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Tex. – In early October, Big Bend National Park and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will initiate targeted wildlife management actions to protect native desert bighorn sheep. The project a…
Big Bend National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 25, 2026 (morning)
The fire grew 228 acres since yesterday morning. It is 17% contained. Crews are building and widening fire lines near Bridalveil Creek, Empire Meadows and Horse Ridge. No roads, buildings or utilities are under immediate…
Yosemite National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Plans Maintenance on Gatlinburg Spur from Sept. 28-Oct. 1
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will complete essential maintenance along the Gatlinburg Spur starting Sept. 28. This work will enhance roadside vistas for visitors who drive on the Gatlinburg Spur. This will require…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Basin National Park marks 40th anniversary
Great Basin National Park will celebrate two major milestones Oct. 23: the park’s 40th anniversary and the completion of major improvements to the Lehman Caves lighting system and tour route. The all-day celebration will…
Great Basin National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 24, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire increased 194 acres from yesterday. Wildland firefighters made progress connecting handlines to the Bridalveil Creek trail system and 2017 Empire Fire footprint and are continuing to place contingency lines…
Yosemite National Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park to Close Ahead of Tropical Storm Nolo
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park will temporarily close most park areas ahead of Tropical Storm Nolo, which is forecast to bring heavy rain, flooding and strong, damaging winds to Hawaiʻi Island.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Cape Hatteras National Seashore Announces Temporary Off-Road Vehicle Ramp Closures Due to Severe Weather Conditions
Beginning Sept. 24, Cape Hatteras National Seashore temporarily closed all off-road vehicle ramps as deteriorating coastal conditions continue to impact the area. The closures are in place due to hazardous driving condit…
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Dome Fire Update, September 23, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire remained active overnight with most activity being on the north and northeast flanks of the fire.
Yosemite National Park
Construction Begins on East Brotherton Road in Chickamauga Battlefield
Beginning September 23, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will close East Brotherton Road, between Alexander's Bridge Road and Jay's Mill Road, for construction within Chickamauga Battlefield.
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
National Park Service Adds New Listings to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program
National Park Service Adds 10 New Listings to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program
National Park Service
Find Your Fall: Explore National Parks Across the Greater Capital Region
You don’t have to travel far to find spectacular fall color. National parks across the Washington, D.C., region offer countless ways to experience autumn, from mountain trails and Potomac River views to historic battlefi…
Anacostia Park + 14 more
Hot Springs National Park awards new concession contract for Buckstaff Bathhouse
Hot Springs National Park today announced a new 10-year concession contract that will expand visitor access to traditional bathing services at Buckstaff Bathhouse, including longer operating hours and advance reservatio…
Hot Springs National Park
The National Park Service has selected Robert Stewart as the new superintendent of Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site and Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. Stewart began his new role on Sept. 20.
The National Park Service has selected Robert Stewart as the new superintendent of Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail, Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site and Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. Stewar…
Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
Sand Point Road to Close October 1 -14 for Culvert Replacement at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Sand Point Road will be temporarily closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic east of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore boundary from October 1 until October 14 for a culvert replacement project.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Lake Clark National Park Subsistence Resource Commission to Meet October 3, 2026
The National Park Service’s Lake Clark National Park Subsistence Resource Commission fall meeting will be held in Nondalton on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The meeting is open to the public.
Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
Overnight Camping to Resume on Portions of Santa Rosa Island on October 14
Channel Islands National Park will reopen Water Canyon Campground and designated backcountry beach camping areas in the northwest and southwest quadrants of Santa Rosa Island beginning October 14. The southeast quadrant …
Channel Islands National Park
Strong Winds, Large Surf and Hazardous Travel Conditions Expected at Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Cape Hatteras National Seashore is monitoring potentially hazardous coastal conditions expected from Tuesday, Sept. 22, through Friday, Sept. 25, as a strengthening offshore low-pressure system is expected to impact the …
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Live Music to Commemorate 164th Anniversary of Battle of Corinth
Join Shiloh for an evening of music to commemorate the 164th Battle of Corinth anniversary.
Shiloh National Military Park
Dome Fire Update, September 21, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire continued to spread at a moderate rate of growth. Last night, the Dome Fire spread further into the 2017 Empire Fire footprint and the spot fire to the east grew. As the fire moves north into the footprint,…
Yosemite National Park
2026 Firewood Permits Available in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Surplus wood in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is now available to the public by permit.
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Dome Fire Update, September 20, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire was active overnight, spreading 283 acres to the northern edges of the fire and continues to grow into the 2017 Empire Fire footprint. There are three areas of concern that firefighters will prioritize toda…
Yosemite National Park
Assateague Island National Seashore to Begin $2.5 Million Water Line Project to Improve Visitor Experience
Assateague Island National Seashore today announced it will begin a $2.5 million water line replacement project in mid-October to upgrade essential water infrastructure in developed areas of the park’s Maryland Unit. The…
Assateague Island National Seashore
Dome Fire Update, September 19, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire grew 149 acres overnight, and containment remains at 15%. The Dome Fire continues to move towards the old and existing fire perimeters of the 2017 Empire and South Fork Fires.
Yosemite National Park
Grand Canyon National Park Announces Projected Dates for Restoring Water to South Rim
Based upon construction timetables, the National Park Service Incident Management Team projects the park will be able to start pumping water by Nov. 16 from the Bright Angel Creek intake to the new water treatment plan.
Grand Canyon National Park
East Portal Road reopens after weather related closure
East Portal Road, managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, will reopen on Saturday, September 19, 2026, by 8:00 a.m. The road was closed on September 14 following forecasts of significant rainfall in the region, which …
Curecanti National Recreation Area
East Portal Road reopens after weather related closure
East Portal Road, managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, will reopen on Saturday, September 19, 2026, by 8:00 a.m. The road was closed on September 14 following forecasts of significant rainfall in the region, which …
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Backcountry campground in Death Valley National Park partially reopens after fire
The National Park Service reopened a portion of Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground on September 17. The burned area at Lower Springs is closed to public entry by order of the Death Valley National Park superintendent.
Death Valley National Park
Two-Day Moose Hunt Extension Applies Only to FM1106
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is reminding federal subsistence hunters that the additional two-day moose hunting season in Unit 11 applies only to the FM1106 hunt area. The FM1106 season will reopen at 12…
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve
Tobin Roop selected as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area
The National Park Service has selected Tobin Roop as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. Roop brings 24 years of National Park Service experience in leader…
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Tobin Roop selected as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area
The National Park Service has selected Tobin Roop as superintendent of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. Roop brings 24 years of National Park Service experience in leader…
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 18, 2026 (morning
The Dome Fire remained active overnight with moderate activity to the north and northwest.
Yosemite National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 17, 2026 (evening)
Most activity on the Dome fire today was on the west and north flanks.
Yosemite National Park
Fire Restrictions Lifted at Black Canyon and Curecanti
Thanks to recent significant rainfall, the Stage 1 Fire Restriction Order for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area will be lifted effective Friday, September 18, 2026, at 12:0…
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Fire Restrictions Lifted at Black Canyon and Curecanti
Thanks to recent significant rainfall, the Stage 1 Fire Restriction Order for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area will be lifted effective Friday, September 18, 2026, at 12:0…
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
National Park Service finds no significant environmental impact for North Entrance Road reconstruction project in Yellowstone National Park
The National Park Service (NPS) signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and associated Wetlands/Floodplains Statement of Findings (SOF) to reconstruct the North Entrance Road between Mammoth Hot Springs, Wyomin…
Yellowstone National Park
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park to Mark John Brown’s Raid With October Programs
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park will mark the 167th anniversary of John Brown’s 1859 raid on the U.S. Armory with three public programs in October exploring the people, events and consequences of the raid.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Crews Assessing New Damage Following Second Flash Flood Event at Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park crews are assessing damage after an additional flash flood moved through Bright Angel Canyon Wednesday afternoon, damaging temporary water infrastructure being constructed as part of the park’s…
Grand Canyon National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 17, 2026 (morning)
The Dome Fire remained active overnight with most activity being on the west and north flanks of the fire.
Yosemite National Park
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail Closed to Visitors Sept. 24 for Mowing
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will temporarily close Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail on Sept. 24 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to safely complete roadside mowing and other maintenance.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Catoctin Mountain Park announces temporary closures September 18 - 20, 2026
Thurmont, Md. – Due to increased security measures, portions of Catoctin Mountain Park will be closed from approximately 5 p.m. on Friday, September 18. Closures are scheduled to continue through approximately 8 p.m. on …
Catoctin Mountain Park
Park Ecologist Earns National Park Service Director’s Award for Natural Resource Management
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Ecologist Stacey Kehaulani Torigoe will receive the prestigious National Park Service 2026 Director’s Award for Natural Resource Management. The Director’s Award recognizes the outstanding…
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Tularemia Detected in St. Mary Lake Area of Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Park officials have confirmed that a beaver discovered between Upper and Lower St. Mary Lakes in Glacier National Park recently tested positive for tularemia, a rare but serious bacterial disease.
Glacier National Park
Dome Fire Update, September 16, 2026
The Dome fire continues to have a moderate rate of spread to the north and northeast as it runs up-slope aligned with terrain and wind.
Yosemite National Park
Missing Person Neil Gehring Recovered in Olympic National Park
Search and rescue teams recovered the body of Neil Gehring from the northwest slope of Mt. Appleton on Sunday evening. Searchers located Gehring after receiving and analyzing additional cell phone location data. Gehring …
Olympic National Park
Backcountry campground in Death Valley National Park closed due to fire
Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground is temporarily closed due to a fire that occurred on September 15, 2026.
Death Valley National Park
White Sands to Host Native American Flautist for September Full Moon Night Concert
White Sands National Park will host its September Full Moon Night event Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. featuring a concert performed by Native American flautist and storyteller Randy Granger.
White Sands National Park
Jewel Cave National Monument Hosts Naturalization Ceremony Welcoming 12 New U.S. Citizens
On Sept. 11, 2026, Jewel Cave National Monument hosted a naturalization ceremony for 12 new citizens in partnership with the United States District Court, District of South Dakota and the Denver Field Office of the Depar…
Jewel Cave National Monument
Niobrara River Fall Clean-Up Day Volunteer Opportunity
Niobrara National Scenic River, in partnership with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Outdoor Adventures Program, invites volunteers to celebrate National Public Lands Day by participating in a river clean-up float on S…
Niobrara National Scenic River
National Park Service to Conduct Annual Test Installation of the 17th Street Levee
On Wednesday, Sept. 23, the National Park Service will close 17th Street between Constitution Avenue NW and Independence Avenue SW from 5 a.m. until approximately 2 p.m. to perform a test installation of the 17th Street …
National Mall and Memorial Parks
CANCELLED: 2026 National Public Lands Day at Pipestone National Monument
Calling all volunteers: Pipestone National Monument needs your help on National Public Lands Day! On Saturday, September 26th, volunteers can get out in the tallgrass prairie with park rangers from 9:00am – 12:00pm to he…
Pipestone National Monument
Dome Fire Update, September 15, 2026
The Dome fire was reported this morning, September 15, 2026, and is currently 100 acres.
Yosemite National Park
Florissant Fossil Beds Eases Fire Restrictions
Florissant Fossil Beds will return to Stage 1 fire restrictions at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026.
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
Yellowstone National Park reports August 2026 visitation statistics
Yellowstone National Park hosted 856,467 recreation visits in August 2026, down 3% from August 2025 (881,936 recreation visits).
Yellowstone National Park
Death Valley National Park Urges Commercial Drivers to Use Caution on Towne Pass
The National Park Service urges commercial truck drivers to use caution when traveling State Route 190 through Death Valley National Park, particularly on the steep descent from Towne Pass. A tractor-trailer caught fire …
Death Valley National Park
October Events at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park announces park programs for October 2026:
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Lake Powell Access: What Visitors Need to Know Through 2026
NPS is making enhancements and planning additional improvements at Stateline, Bullfrog, and Antelope Point within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. These efforts are designed to preserve and maximize boating access w…
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel Nighttime Closures Announced
The Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel will experience temporary nighttime closures for a Utah Department of Transportation construction project. Closures will take place in late September of 2026.
Zion National Park
Temporary Closure of East Portal Road Due to Weather and Mudslide Risks
Due to ongoing adverse weather conditions, East Portal Road in Curecanti National Recreation Area is temporarily closed for public safety.
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Temporary Closure of East Portal Road Due to Weather and Mudslide Risks
Due to ongoing adverse weather conditions, East Portal Road in Curecanti National Recreation Area is temporarily closed for public safety.
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Federal Subsistence Moose Hunt Opened for Two Additional Days in FM1106 Hunt Area
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve Acting Superintendent Joshua Scott, under authority delegated by the Federal Subsistence Board, is opening a two-day moose hunting season in the Unit 11 federal registration …
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve
Helicopter Operations to Support Stabilization Project at Erie Mine Bunkhouse
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve will use a helicopter in mid-September to support a stabilization project at the historic Erie Mine Bunkhouse. The helicopter will transport personnel, equipment and material…
Wrangell - St Elias National Park & Preserve
Denali Park Road Opens to Private Vehicles to Teklanika Sept. 18
Denali National Park and Preserve will open the Denali Park Road to private vehicle traffic as far as Teklanika Rest Area at mile 30 beginning Friday, Sept. 18, weather and road conditions permitting.
Denali National Park & Preserve
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Reminds Visitors to View Elk and Black Bears Safely this Fall
Great Smoky Mountains National Park reminds visitors to view wildlife safely as elk and black bear activity increases this fall. Autumn offers opportunities to witness elk during their annual breeding season, known as th…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Shiloh Seeks Volunteers for National Public Lands Day
On Sept. 26, Shiloh National Military Park invites the public to join the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort for National Public Lands Day.
Shiloh National Military Park
Local Youth Conservation Corps Members Build Skills While Preserving Fort Smith National Historic Site
Seven local Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) members spent the summer gaining hands-on work experience while helping to preserve and maintain Fort Smith National Historic Site. This opportunity was funded in part by the Na…
Fort Smith National Historic Site
Agricultural Special Use Permit Application Period Opens September 15
The National Park Service will accept public bid applications September 15 through October 15, 2026, for twenty-four Agricultural Special Use Permits for haying of specific designated fields located within Buffalo Nation…
Buffalo National River
Traffic advisory for the George Washington Patriot Run
On Sunday, September 13, the George Washington Patriot Run will take place on a five-mile stretch of the George Washington Memorial Parkway (GWMP). In conjunction with this event, there will be street closures that motor…
National Park Service
Additional Airlifts Planned For LeConte Lodge Recreation Building Demolition Sept. 14-18
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is planning additional airlifts to from Sept. 14-18 to remove materials from the demolished LeConte Lodge Recreation Building.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Investigators Continue to Seek Tips in Search for Missing Person Neil Gehring
The search for Neil Gehring in Olympic National Park will continue as tactics shift. The investigation into this incident is ongoing. Anyone who was in the area or has information that may assist the search is asked to e…
Olympic National Park
Acadia National Park Advisory Commission to meet on September 14
The Acadia National Park Advisory Commission will meet on Monday, September 14, at 1 pm at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Event Center (119 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, Maine). The meeting is open to the public and will inc…
Acadia National Park
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly Departing Federal Service to Join the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
The Department of the Interior today announced that Yellowstone National Park Superintendent Cameron “Cam” Sholly will conclude nearly three decades of federal service and almost eight years leading America’s first natio…
Yellowstone National Park
Temporary Closures on Little River Road Sept. 15 and 17 for Road Maintenance
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will close the section of Little River Road between the Townsend Wye and Elkmont for essential road maintenance on September 15 and 17.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Former Tank Farm Landscape Rehabilitated at Port Alsworth Visitor Center
PORT ALSWORTH, Alaksa — Visitors at the Port Alsworth Visitor Center are being greeted by a rehabilitated landscape. Lake Clark National Park and Preserve received funding from the National Park Foundation to restore a f…
Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
Fat Bear Week 2026
Fat Bear Week Voting Returns Sept. 22 as Katmai’s Bears Bulk Up for Winter
Katmai National Park & Preserve
North Parking Lot at Osceola Landing to Close for Bridge Construction
ST. CROIX FALLS, Wis. — The northernmost parking lot and co-located boat ramps at Osceola Landing will close next week as part of the upcoming Hwy 243 Osceola Bridge replacement project.
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
Blog: The Courage Behind the Headlines
On September 11, 2001, U.S. Park Police officers ran toward the danger. This is our story – one few outside our agency know.
National Park Service
Upcoming Single-Lane Closures on Gatlinburg Spur Sept. 14-30
Beginning Sept. 14 and continuing through the end of the month, Great Smoky Mountains National Park will conduct multiple projects on the Gatlinburg Spur that will require single-lane closures. Visitors driving between G…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
National Park Service Honors Victims and Heroes of 9/11 with $4 Million for Memorials
WASHINGTON — The National Park Service today awarded a total of $4 million through the 9/11 Memorial Act Grant Program to support the operation, security and maintenance of the National September 11 Memorial in New York …
National Park Service
Moab-Arches Shuttle Service Begins Operations Under Multi-Agency Partnership
Arches National Park is excited to welcome the Moab-Arches shuttle service to the park! The new service, initiated by Grand County, hopes to reduce traffic congestion and provide a new way for visitors to experience the …
Arches National Park
Great Sand Dunes to Host Hispanic Culture Event Sept. 18
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve and the Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area welcome visitors to experience the Hispanic culture of the San Luis Valley through a series of music and dance performances Frid…
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve
Autumn is in the Air in the Great Smoky Mountains
As autumn approaches, Great Smoky Mountains National Park looks forward to welcoming visitors to enjoy its world-renowned fall foliage. The changing leaves, cooler temperatures, wildlife viewing and special events bring …
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Glacier Gorge Trailhead and Parking Area Closure Beginning September 28 through Early October
Beginning Monday, Sept. 28 through Thursday, Oct. 1, and then again Monday, Oct. 5 through Thursday, Oct. 8, the Glacier Gorge Parking area and Glacier Gorge Trailhead will be closed to all uses including vehicle and shu…
Rocky Mountain National Park
Shiloh National Military Park Postpones “Meet the Past” Bus Tour Due to Inclement Weather
The "Meet the Past" bus tour has been rescheduled for October 17.
Shiloh National Military Park
Montgomery Interpretive Center to Host “Seven Sisters, Still, Sowing Seeds” Event
Montgomery Interpretive Center to Host “Seven Sisters, Still, Sowing Seeds” Event; A conversation about community growth rooted in civil rights.
Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
Glacier National Park Announces Reopening of the Alpine Sections
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Going-to-the-Sun Road has reopened after park officials made the proactive decision to close it at 5 p.m. on September 6, 2026, due to heavy rain and possible rockfall that made the road susceptible…
Glacier National Park
9/11 Pentagon Memorial Designated as an Affiliated Area of the National Park System
The National Park Service today announced the designation of the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial as an Affiliated Area of the National Park System, formally recognizing the memorial’s national significance and strengthening the p…
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Cumberland Island National Seashore Invites Public Input on Proposed Voluntary Land Exchange Environmental Assessment
Cumberland Island National Seashore today announced a 30-day public comment period on two voluntary proposed land exchanges.
Cumberland Island National Seashore
Grand Canyon National Park Announces Recovery and Repair Plan Following Flash Flood
Grand Canyon National Park continues response and recovery operations following the significant August 29 flash flood in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area. Search operations remain active, while crews contin…
Grand Canyon National Park
Reef Ride Bike Days
Capitol Reef National Park will host the return of its popular Reef Ride cycling event on Sept. 19 and 26, offering visitors a rare chance to experience the Scenic Drive free of vehicle traffic. From sunrise until 3 p.m.…
Capitol Reef National Park
Glacier National Park Provides Updates On the 2026 Shuttle System and Logan Pass Parking
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Glacier National Park today announced that shuttle service and three-hour time limit for parking at Logan Pass will end for the season. Parking at Logan Pass will return to first-come, first-served …
Glacier National Park
Great Basin Astronomy Festival welcomes night sky enthusiasts
Great Basin National Park will celebrate its dark skies with the 17th annual Great Basin Astronomy Festival from Thursday, Sept. 10, through Saturday, Sept. 12.
Great Basin National Park
National Park Service to Rehabilitate Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site
The National Park Service will close the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site on September 9, 2026, to complete a rehabilitation project. The House is expected to reopen to visitors in early 2027, aft…
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site + 1 more
Glacier National Park Announces Temporary Alpine Closures Due to Heavy Rainfall
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Glacier National Park is implementing a temporary road closure of the alpine sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road. The closure will extend from Avalanche to Jackson Glacier Overlook at 5:00 p.m. on Sun…
Glacier National Park
Free Sept. 17 event combines flood protection, aviation history, ancient geology and recreation
The Miami Conservancy District and the National Park Service present a special tour of Huffman Dam with a Wright "B" Flyover.
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Parks Across the National Capital Area Bring America’s Military History to Life
As the nation continues to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the National Park Service sites across the National Capital Area are inviting visitors to explore the region’s rich military history and the people and events t…
Antietam National Battlefield + 3 more
Canaveral National Seashore Invites Public Feedback on Plans to Strengthen Storm Resilience in Playalinda District
TITUSVILLE, Fla. — In the wake of recent hurricane and king tide event damage, Canaveral National Seashore invites public comment on the National Park Service’s plan to strengthen storm resilience and support visitor acc…
Canaveral National Seashore
Olympic National Park Seeks Information on Missing Person Neil Gehring
The National Park Service is searching for Neil Gehring, 26, who left the Madison Falls Trailhead in Olympic National Park on August 31. According to his backcountry permit, Neil intended to make a cross-country traverse…
Olympic National Park
East Portal Road re-opens
East Portal Road, managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, will open tomorrow September 4, 2026, by 8:00 am. It closed on July 16, 2026, after a significant mudslide. Crews have been working to clear roadways, culverts…
Curecanti National Recreation Area
East Portal Road re-opens
East Portal Road, managed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, will open tomorrow September 4, 2026, by 8:00 am. It closed on July 16, 2026, after a significant mudslide. Crews have been working to clear roadways, culverts…
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve Finalizes Plans to Relocate the Fort Caroline Memorial
Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve today announced it has finalized plans to relocate the Fort Caroline Memorial Exhibit. The park will create a new outdoor memorial near the park’s visitor center to commemorate t…
Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve
Pretty Rocks Bridge Complete, Paving Way for Return of Public Access to the West End of Denali Park Road
The National Park Service, Federal Highway Administration and project partners today celebrated the completion of the Pretty Rocks Bridge with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Denali National Park and Preserve, marking a maj…
Denali National Park & Preserve
Grand Canyon National Park Expands Inner Canyon Closures Following August 29 Flash Flood
Grand Canyon National Park continues response and recovery operations following the destructive August 29 flash flood that caused significant damage in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area. Park staff and partn…
Grand Canyon National Park
Munising Falls Trail Construction Contract Awarded
The National Park Service has awarded a $2.8 million contract to McKenzie Construction and Site Development, LLC (Washington, D.C.) to repair and replace the Munising Falls Trail and improve accessibility to the lower Mu…
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Congaree National Park Invites Public to Commemorate its 50th Anniversary
On Oct. 17 and 18, Congaree National Park will celebrate its 50th anniversary, hosting a series of free events including a commemorative ceremony, interpretive talks, guided hikes, special activities and talks by guest s…
Congaree National Park
Update: Yellowstone lifts remaining fishing restrictions for Firehole, Madison and Gibbon rivers
Effective Friday, Sept. 4, the remaining fishing restrictions on the Firehole, Madison and Gibbon (downstream of Norris Campground) rivers and all associated tributaries will be lifted due to cooling weather and water te…
Yellowstone National Park
Harpers Ferry Commemorates Pivotal 1862 Civil War Battle with Special Anniversary Events
Step into the history as Harpers Ferry National Historical Park commemorates the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Harpers Ferry with four days of special programs from September 12–15, 2026. Programs explore the people…
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Upcoming Half-Day Closures of Kuwohi Road on Sept. 10 and 15 for Educational Programs
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will temporarily close Kuwohi Road and the trail to Kuwohi Observation Tower the mornings of Thursday, September 10, and Tuesday, September 15, to facilitate special educational progra…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Fire Restrictions Rescinded in Southeast Utah Group Parks
Due to lower temperatures accompanied by higher humidity, fire danger has moderated across southeastern Utah. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday, September 4, Arches and Canyonlands national parks, along with Natural Bridges…
Arches National Park + 3 more
Elk Bugling Programs and Cave Tours Offered This Fall at Wind Cave National Park
Wind Cave National Park will offer ranger-led elk bugling programs on select evenings in September and October in addition to daily cave tours.
Wind Cave National Park
Dead Bat Tests Positive for Rabies at Curry Village in Yosemite National Park
A dead big brown bat found outside the Curry Village Showerhouse on May 18, 2026, has tested positive for rabies. No known human contact with the bat has been reported. However, anyone who may have had direct contact wit…
Yosemite National Park
David Boye Scheduled to Present Music Inspired by Our National Parks
Musician and composer David Boye will present Music Inspired by Our National Parks at Scotts Bluff and Agate Fossil Beds National Monuments on September 14 and 15.
Agate Fossil Beds National Monument + 1 more
Kahuku Unit to Reopen on Thursday, September 3
The Kahuku Unit in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park will reopen to visitors on Thursday, September 3 after being closed due to damage from heavy rain and strong winds during Hurricane Lala.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Marcin Bachleda-Blaszczak Confirmed Safe Outside of Great Smoky Mountains National Park
After a multi-day search, Marcin Bachleda-Blaszczak was confirmed safe this afternoon in North Carolina outside of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve Begins Repair of Historic Rend Trail and Bridges
Trail Improvements Funded by Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
September 2026 Notice of Flight Operations
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces flight operations for September 2026:
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
George Washington Memorial Parkway Announces Extended Northbound and Upcoming Southbound Closures for Tree Maintenance Between Spout Run Parkway and Route 123
The National Park Service (NPS) is advising motorists that the existing full northbound closure of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between Spout Run Parkway and Route 123 will continue through September 17, 2026. …
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Two Deceased Hikers Recovered and Identified Following Flash Flood
The National Park Service has recovered the bodies of two hikers who were caught in a destructive flash flood Aug. 29 in Bright Angel Canyon. The hikers have been identified as John Giusti, 46, and Brent Rosenkranz, 42, …
Grand Canyon National Park
Jewel Cave Announces Operations for 2026 Winter Season
Jewel Cave National Monument is changing its operations for the winter season. Starting Tuesday, September 8, the monument will be open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Jewel Cave National Monument
Black Canyon Curecanti AstroFest Returns Sept. 11-12
MONTROSE, Colo. – The National Park Service invites you to discover your local day and night skies at the 2026 Black Canyon Curecanti AstroFest. Minimal light pollution and expansive public lands result in wonderful clea…
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Black Canyon Curecanti AstroFest Returns Sept. 11-12
The National Park Service invites you to discover your local day and night skies at the 2026 Black Canyon Curecanti AstroFest. Minimal light pollution and expansive public lands result in wonderful clear days and dark ni…
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Initial Assessment Indicates Potential for 80% Mortality Among Rare Torrey Pines Following Santa Rosa Island Fire
Initial assessments indicate that 60% to 80% of Santa Rosa Island's iconic Torrey pines may perish as a result of the largest wildfire in Channel Islands National Park history.
Channel Islands National Park
Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments Welcome New Superintendent
The National Park Service has selected Angelita Alvino as the new superintendent of Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Matanzas National Monuments. Alvino has served as superintendent of the national parks of St. Croix for …
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument + 1 more
Timucuan Invites Feedback on Plans to Reduce Flood Risks for Kingsley Plantation Seawall and Shoreline Project
Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve seeks public comment on its evaluation of potential flood impacts related to proposed shoreline and seawall repairs at Kingsley Plantation. The project aims to provide future sto…
Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve
Fort Pulaski National Monument Welcomes James Crutchfield as Superintendent
The National Park Service has selected James Crutchfield as the new superintendent of Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Fort Scott National Historic Site to Host Special Naturalization Ceremony on September 16
Media outlets and the general public are invited to Fort Scott National Historic Site on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, for a Special Naturalization Ceremony at the fort’s parade ground. Check-in for ceremony participant…
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Continues Search for Marcin Bachleda‑Blaszczak with Multi-Agency Assistance
Great Smoky Mountains National Park continues to search for Marcin Bachleda-Blaszczak who was reported missing on the evening of Aug. 24. With support from partner agencies, search efforts remain active within the park b…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Labors on the Frontier
Saturday through Monday, September 5-7, 2026, Fort Scott National Historic Site will take you on an exploration of the labors and leisure on an 1840s frontier post. Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., enj…
Fort Scott National Historic Site
Living History Bus Tour Offers Firsthand Accounts from Battle of Shiloh
Shiloh National Military Park is offering a special bus tour for visitors to learn about the Battle of Shiloh through the eyes of those who experienced it firsthand.
Shiloh National Military Park
Harry S Truman National Historic Site Welcomes New Superintendent
The National Park Service has selected James Raftery as the next superintendent of Harry S Truman National Historic Site. Raftery comes to Harry S Truman National Historic Site from Steamtown National Historic Site in Pe…
Harry S Truman National Historic Site
69th Anniversary Commemoration of the Little Rock Nine Program Series
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site will host a series of programs September 17–25 commemorating the 69th anniversary of the Little Rock Nine and exploring themes of constitutional rights, citizenship,…
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site
Guilford Courthouse Seeks Citizen Scientists to Identify Aquatic Species at Weekend Bio-Blitz
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park invites the public to participate in a Bio-Blitz from Sept. 12 to 13. Citizen scientists will use iNaturalist to identify aquatic and semi-aquatic species including fish, aquati…
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
National Park Service announces programs honoring Flight 93 passengers and crew on 25th remembrance of September 11, 2001
The public is invited to join the National Park Service to honor and remember the 40 heroes of Flight 93 on the 25th observance of September 11, 2001. A full day of programs, including a morning observance and an afterno…
Flight 93 National Memorial
Cumberland Island National Seashore Finalizes New Comprehensive Visitor Use Management Plan
Cumberland Island National Seashore has finalized a new Visitor Use Management Plan that amends the 1984 General Management Plan and establishes clear, adaptive strategies for visitor access, recreation and resource prot…
Cumberland Island National Seashore
National Park Service Proposes Rule to Expand Bicycle and E-Bike Access in National Parks
The National Park Service today announced a proposed rule to expand bicycle and e-bike access and make it easier for visitors to enjoy America’s national parks. The proposal would remove unnecessary reviews and requireme…
National Park Service
Notch Trail Closed for Repairs
Notch Trail and all areas within 100’ of the designated trail. During the closure period, Park staff will be repairing the section of the Notch trail ladder that has become a safety hazard for hikers.
Badlands National Park
Grand Canyon National Park to Close Overnight Hotel Accommodations Beginning August 31
Grand Canyon National Park will implement Stage 4 water restrictions on the South Rim beginning at noon on August 31 in response to the significant flash flooding that occurred along Bright Angel Canyon on August 29. T…
Grand Canyon National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Expands Search for Marcin Bachleda‑Blaszczak with 57‑Member Team
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with assistance from local agencies, continues to search for Marcin Bachleda-Blaszczak, who was reported missing on the evening of Aug. 24.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Public Assistance Requested to Account for Individuals Following Grand Canyon Flash Flood
The National Park Service is asking the public to provide information for approximately 15 individuals who may be missing or unaccounted for following a significant flash-flood event in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phanto…
Grand Canyon National Park
Significant Flash Flooding Closes Phantom Ranch and North Kaibab Trail
A significant flash-flood event occurred in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area on August 29, beginning at approximately 2:30 p.m. As of the morning of August 30, 62 individuals have been evacuated from Phanto…
Grand Canyon National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Continues Search for Marcin Bachleda‑Blaszczak
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with assistance from local agencies, continues to search for Marcin Bachleda-Blaszczak, who was reported missing on the evening of Aug. 24. Bachleda-Blaszczak is described as 5 feet, …
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Indiana Dunes National Park Welcomes Alumni to Celebrate Newly Restored Good Fellow Camp Lodge
Restoration Made Possible by Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund - PORTER, Ind. — Indiana Dunes National Park today celebrated the completion of the Good Fellow Camp Lodge rehabilitation project, part of …
Indiana Dunes National Park
Most of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Now Open Following Storms and Reduced Fire Risk
Most of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is now open following temporary closures due to a hurricane, a tropical storm and heavy rain that reduced fire risk.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
More Visitors, Less Waiting: Yosemite Survey Shows Strong Peak-Season Visitor Experience
More people are visiting Yosemite National Park this year, but they aren't spending more time waiting. Preliminary results from a new peak-season visitor survey found 96% of visitors rated their recreational experience i…
Yosemite National Park
El Morro and El Malpais National Monuments Welcome New Superintendent
The National Park Service has selected Brinnen Carter to serve as the new superintendent of El Morro and El Malpais national monuments. Carter begins this new role on Oct. 4, 2026.
El Malpais National Monument + 1 more
Call for 2027 Community Artist in the Parks
The Southeast Utah Group of parks will accept applications for the 2027 Community Artist in the Parks (CAIP) program September 1 to September 30, 2026.
Arches National Park + 3 more
Celebrate National Junior Ranger Day at Andrew Johnson National Cemetery
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site is excited to welcome visitors to celebrate National Junior Ranger Day at the Andrew Johnson National Cemetery on Sunday, Aug. 30.
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Isle Royale Closes Tent and Group Campsites at Four Campgrounds
Isle Royale National Park is closing some tent and group campsites due to continued wolf activity. Starting August 28 and continuing until the park closes on October 31, tent and group campsites and hammock use will be p…
Isle Royale National Park
Yorktown 1781: Before The Siege
Travel back in time and experience Yorktown 1781: Before the Siege — a dynamic living history weekend that transforms Yorktown’s Historic Main Street into a bustling British occupied town on Sept. 12 and 13.
Colonial National Historical Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Searching for Missing Person
Great Smoky Mountains National Park with assistance from local agencies continues searching for Marcin Bachleda‑Blaszczak. Bachleda‑Blaszczak is described as having brown hair, blue eyes, standing 5’6” tall, and weighi…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Return to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will return to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions at 12:01 AM on Friday, August 28, 2026. The restrictions are in alignment with multiple state and federal partners in order to reduce th…
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
The Preserve’s 21st Annual Labor Day Quilt Display
STRONG CITY, KS.- Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve will host its annual quilt display in the historic barn from September 3, 2026 through September 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Homestead National Historical Park to Host a Living History Extravaganza
Homestead National Historical Park will present a day of living history activities at the Homestead Heritage Center on Saturday, September 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. As the nation commemorates America's 250th anniversary,…
Homestead National Historical Park
Applications Open for 2027 Chesapeake Gateways Grants
Applications are open for the 2027 Chesapeake Gateways Grants supporting enhanced outdoor recreation and heritage tourism in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The application period runs from Aug. 27 through Nov. 4, 2026. Vi…
Chesapeake Bay
Crews Extinguish Two Small Lightning Fires, Continue to Work Mt. Barnes and Mount Tom Creek Fires
Firefighters extinguished two small lightning fires in Olympic National Park on Tuesday. The Maiden 2 fire had burned 0.7 acres near a ridgeline approximately 1 mile north of Maiden Peak. A single tree fire near Deer Par…
Olympic National Park
Niobrara National Scenic River Welcomes New Superintendent
The National Park Service has selected Chris Mather as the next superintendent of Niobrara National Scenic River. He will assume the role in mid-September 2026.
Niobrara National Scenic River
Artist Demonstration and Talk with Artist in Residence – Sofia Vanderlan
Grand Portage National Monument and the Grand Marais Art Colony invite the public to two upcoming events with artist-in-residence Sofia Vanderlan.
Grand Portage National Monument
Fort Larned National Historic Site Announces Labor Day Weekend Event
Fort Larned NHS will host annual living history weekend September 5-7, 2026 with a theme of "hands on history."
Fort Larned National Historic Site
National Park Service Advances Plans to Relocate Chequamegon Point Light Tower
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore has awarded a contract for the deconstruction and removal of the historic Chequamegon Point Light Tower on Long Island due to structural failure.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
Blue Heron Campground Will Remain Open During 2026-2027 Winter Season
Big South Fork NRRA will leave open Blue Heron Campground, located in Kentucky this coming winter season. This pilot project will provide the park an opportunity to determine if there is sufficient winter demand to keep …
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
National Park Service and Google Arts & Culture Launch United Parks of America Virtual Hub
The National Park Service (NPS) is proud to announce a new collaboration with Google Arts & Culture with the launch of the United Parks of America virtual hub.
National Park Service
National Park Service Expands Personal Watercraft Access at Gulf Islands National Seashore
The National Park Service today announced a final rule that expands recreational opportunities for personal watercraft (jet-ski) users at Gulf Islands National Seashore by reducing flat-wake zones in Mississippi and Flor…
Gulf Islands National Seashore
Blue Ridge Parkway Seeks Public Input on Linville Falls Recovery Plan
On Sept. 1, Blue Ridge Parkway will open a 30-day public comment period for a site management plan to restore visitor access, rebuild storm-damaged facilities and ensure a more resilient future for the Linville Falls are…
Blue Ridge Parkway
Canyonlands National Park Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Missing Hiker
The National Park Service is asking for the public’s help in locating Patrick J. Trier, a 71-year-old white male who was last seen in Salina, Utah, on Sunday, August 16.
Canyonlands National Park
Yellowstone National Park to remove invasive fish from Buffalo Creek
Beginning Aug. 31, Yellowstone National Park will temporarily close Buffalo Creek, a tributary of Slough Creek in the northern part of the park, for treatment to remove invasive fish as part of ongoing conservation effor…
Yellowstone National Park
Dark Sky Festival brings science, stargazing and awe to the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Sequoia Parks Conservancy will host the 13th annual Dark Sky Festival from Sept. 11-13, 2026. The festival invites visitors to explore astronomy, wildlife science and the human…
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Vance Noles Selected as William Howard Taft National Historic Site Superintendent
The National Park Service announces the selection of Vance Noles as the new superintendent of William Howard Taft National Historic Site. He currently serves as chief ranger at Richmond National Battlefield Park and Magg…
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Road Closure Planned for Sunset Crater Volcano September 21 through October 21
Forest Road 545 will close to all vehicle traffic starting near the intersection with Highway 89A to the Sunset Crater Volcano entrance kiosk for culvert work. Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument remains OPEN and acc…
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Walk with a ranger at Homestead National Historical Park
Join staff at Homestead National Historical Park’s Education Center on September 2 at 3 p.m. for the monthly walk with a ranger. All ages and abilities are welcome. During the walk, which will take about one hour and cov…
Homestead National Historical Park
Blue Mesa Reservoir Boat Ramps Now Limited to Hand-launching
Due to continued declining water levels at Blue Mesa Reservoir, located within Curecanti National Recreation Area, the Elk Creek boat ramp is no longer safe for launching or retrieving trailered watercraft. Effective imm…
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Everglades National Park Reopens Shark Valley District After Wildfire Closure
Everglades National Park lifted the emergency closure for the Shark Valley District at 1 p.m. on Aug. 24. All public and administrative use of the area may resume after the closure from wildfires in the area.
Everglades National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Invites Public Review of Floodplain Statement of Findings for Oconaluftee River Trail Improvements
Great Smoky Mountains National Park continues planning for future improvements to the Oconaluftee River Trail. As part of this planning process the park is inviting public review of the Oconaluftee River Trail Floodplain…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Voyageurs National Park Lifts Campfire Restrictions Parkwide
The National Park Service has lifted campfire restrictions in Voyageurs National Park effective August 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., due to cooler weather and a lower risk of wildfire. The lifting of the elevated fire restrict…
Voyageurs National Park
Some Areas in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Reopen
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has partially reopened some areas along Kīlauea summit following recent storms.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
New Monument Trail Invites Visitors to Walk the Ground Where Federal Soldiers Lost the Battle but Helped Win the War
Monocacy National Battlefield is marking America in Motion Monday and the 2026 National Park Week with the opening of a new one-mile Monument Trail at Thomas Farm. The trail gives visitors another way to explore the land…
Monocacy National Battlefield
Reminder to Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
Starting Friday, September 4 and continuing throughout the Labor Day holiday weekend, the National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administrat…
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Cannon Firing Demonstrations Help Shiloh National Military Park End Summer with a Bang
Join Shiloh for the final cannon firing demonstrations of the summer.
Shiloh National Military Park
Annual Labor Day Run in Saguaro National Park
Announcement for the 2026 Labor Day Run in Saguaro National Park!
Saguaro National Park
Glacier National Park Invites Volunteers to 2026 Annual Hawk Watch Events
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – Glacier National Park will host volunteer training for its annual Hawk Watch Program on Sept. 21 and Hawk Watch Open House on Oct. 3.
Glacier National Park
Celebrate America's Story at Moores Creek National Battlefield During National Park Week
The park will be hosting a community day celebration on August 29, which will feature a fishing clinic, a family storywalk and partner activities.
Moores Creek National Battlefield
Eisenhower National Historic Site Hosts World War II Weekend that Commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the United States
Experience history firsthand at Eisenhower National Historic Site during the 2026 World War II Weekend, taking place September 18-20. This year’s programs and activities will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Unit…
Eisenhower National Historic Site + 1 more
U.S. Wildland Fire Service Wildland Firefighters are Working to Contain Arrow Creek Fire in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
U.S. Wildland Fire Service wildland firefighters are responding to the Arrow Creek Fire, which was reported on Aug. 22 at 3:26 p.m.
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
U.S. Wildland Fire Service Firefighters are Working to Contain the Chipmunk and Vulture Fires in Everglades National Park
U.S. Wildland Fire Service firefighters are responding to several fires in Everglades National Park, including the Chipmunk and Vulture fires. The Chipmunk Fire was first reported Aug. 21 and is located about two miles s…
Everglades National Park
Celebrate 200 Years of American Railroading at Railfest 2026
Steamtown National Historic Site will celebrate the past, present and future of American railroading during Railfest 2026, taking place Sept. 4 to 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
Steamtown National Historic Site
French Visitor Dies in Death Valley National Park
A 68-year-old French visitor died Monday, Aug. 17, after he and a traveling companion became stranded on a remote road in Death Valley National Park.
Death Valley National Park
“A Play of Candlelight” Annual Program
Step into history at your Fort Union National Monument! On Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, as dusk settles over the historic grounds, the gates of Fort Union will swing open at 6 p.m. for an unforgettable evening.
Fort Union National Monument
Big South Fork NRRA Opens Business Opportunity to Manage Charit Creek Lodge
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is offering a 10-year concession contract for the Charit Creek Lodge. Through Oct. 20, the National Park Service is accepting business proposals to operate rustic lodging…
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Begin Construction on Abrams Falls Trail starting August 24
Beginning Aug. 24, Great Smoky Mountains National Park will close Abrams Falls Trail from Monday through Thursday each week to replace aging footlog bridges and improve visitor safety. The work is expected to be complete…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
National Park Service and the University of Tennessee Announce New Partnership
The National Park Service (NPS) recently announced a new partnership with the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and three local NPS units to train the next generation of leaders in the fields of outdoor recreation and…
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Yellowstone visitation statistics for July 2026
Yellowstone National Park hosted 958,706 recreation visits in July 2026, down 2% from July 2025 (975,109 recreation visits).
Yellowstone National Park
Great Smoky Mountains Plan Airlifts for Demolition and Rebuilding of LeConte Lodge Recreation Building
As the demolition of the LeConte Lodge Recreation Building continues, the National Park Service's Contractor will conduct helicopter airlifts the mornings of Aug.10-15. The Contractor has made significant progress with m…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Plans Maintenance on Gatlinburg Spur from July 27-30
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will complete essential maintenance along the Gatlinburg Spur starting July 27. This work will enhance roadside vistas for visitors who drive on the Gatlinburg Spur. This will require…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Big South Fork Invites Vendors to Participate in 2026 Storytelling Festival
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area invites craft vendors, artisans and food vendors to take part in the Haunting in the Hills Storytelling Festival on Sept. 19. This annual signature special event celebrat…
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Yellowstone announces lottery for 2026-2027 Non-Commercially Guided Snowmobile Access Program
Beginning Saturday, Aug. 1, people may apply to the 2026-2027 winter lottery for permits to snowmobile in Yellowstone National Park without a commercial guide.
Yellowstone National Park
Glacier National Park to plug historic oil well near Kintla Lake
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 15, 2026] – Glacier National Park will begin work in late July to plug the historic Butte Oil Well at Kintla Lake. The well, which predates the establishment of the park, was selected for pluggi…
Glacier National Park
Fire danger level increased to HIGH in Yellowstone National Park
The parkwide fire danger level for Yellowstone is now HIGH.
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone visitation statistics for June 2026
Yellowstone National Park hosted 903,025 recreation visits in June 2026, down 3% from June 2025 (928,250 recreation visits).
Yellowstone National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Begin Demolition of LeConte Lodge Recreation Building
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will begin demolition of the LeConte Lodge Recreation Building on July 14. The concessioner of LeConte Lodge will construct a new recreation building later this year.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Update: Yellowstone lifts remaining temporary closures near Old Faithful following May 4 bear incident
Yellowstone has lifted the remaining temporary trail, backcountry campsite and fishing closures near Old Faithful that were put in place after a May 4 bear incident in which two hikers were injured by an adult female gri…
Yellowstone National Park
Glacier National Park Invites Volunteers to Join in the 2026 Annual Noxious Weed Blitz
West Glacier, Mont. [June 25, 2026] – The Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center (CCRLC) and Glacier National Park invite volunteers for a day of hands-on learning during the Annual Noxious Weed Blitz on July 9,…
Glacier National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Hosts Naturalization Ceremony Welcoming 30 New U.S. Citizens
On July 1, Great Smoky Mountains National Park hosted a naturalization ceremony in partnership with the United States District Court of Eastern Tennessee and the Nashville Field Office of Department of Homeland Security.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Glacier National Park Invites the Public to 2026 “Going Batty”
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 1, 2026] – Glacier National Park’s “Going Batty” field trip will be held on Thursday, July 9th, 2026, in West Glacier, MT from 8:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, b…
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park Provides Updates on Reopening Areas of the Park After Flooding
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 30, 2026] – Glacier National Park anticipates reopening Going-to-the-Sun Road this evening and the Many Glacier Valley tomorrow morning, after heavy rainfall caused significant flooding across G…
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park Announces Multiple Temporary Closures Due to Flooding
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 29, 2026] – Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding across Glacier National Park, prompting multiple temporary closures. Rising water levels and unstable ground conditions are affecting r…
Glacier National Park
Temporary Closures in Alpine Sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 28, 2026] – Due to heavy rain and possible snowfall, Glacier National Park is implementing a temporary road closure in the alpine sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road. The closure will extend from …
Glacier National Park
Yellowstone visitor injured by bison encounter
A 12-year-old visitor was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on June 26 at approximately 9:15 a.m.
Yellowstone National Park
Tips for visiting Yellowstone National Park this Fourth of July
If you plan to visit Yellowstone National Park this Fourth of July, plan ahead to protect yourself and this wild and awe-inspiring place. Summer is the busiest time in the park, so please pack your patience. Expect crowd…
Yellowstone National Park
Four Tips for a Safe Fourth of July in the Smokies
As America celebrates its 250th birthday this July 4, Great Smoky Mountains National Park anticipates increased visitation for the holiday weekend. Anyone planning on celebrating America’s 250th anniversary in the Smokie…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Big South Fork’s Brewster Bridge Road to Temporarily Close for Repair
Brewster Bridge Road in Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area will temporarily close for repair and re-pavement beginning on Monday, June 29th. The road was heavily damaged from significant rain events in 2022 …
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Fire Restrictions Increase in Southeast Utah Group Parks
Fire danger is increasing in southeastern Utah due to prolonged drought and rising temperatures. On Friday June 26, 2026, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument, and Natural Bridges …
Arches National Park + 3 more
Going-to-the-Sun Road Open for the 2026 Season
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 22, 2026] – Going-to-the-Sun Road is now fully open for the 2026 season. Visitors will be able to drive the entire 50-mile length of the road, and access Logan Pass from both West Glacier and St…
Glacier National Park
Going-to-the-Sun Road Projected to Open Monday, June 22
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 18, 2026] – The full length of Going-to-the-Sun Road is expected to open to motorized vehicles Monday, June 22, for the 2026 summer season. Rockfalls or other natural events may delay this openi…
Glacier National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Welcomes Six Artists-in-Residence for 2026
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is pleased to welcome this year’s lineup of Artists-in-Residence, whose creativity and passion will help visitors experience the Smokies in new and inspiring ways. Each month from June…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
“Celebrating Cosby” Programs Return to Cosby Campground this Summer
Great Smoky Mountains National Park invites the public to attend “Celebrating Cosby: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” community programs at the Cosby Campground Amphitheater. These programs honor the rich cultural and natu…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Body of kayaker found on Yellowstone Lake in Yellowstone National Park
On the morning of June 8, occupants of a vessel on Yellowstone Lake discovered the body of a 41-year-old male, Brandon Rhea of Denver, Colorado, floating in the water near Rock Point on the northwest shore of the lake ne…
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone visitation statistics for May 2026
Yellowstone National Park hosted 570,272 recreation visits in May 2026, up 1% from May 2025 (566,363 recreation visits).
Yellowstone National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Conduct Bridge and Tunnel Inspections
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will begin a bi-annual inspection of bridges and tunnels on June 8. Visitors can expect single-lane closures at tunnels for the duration of the inspection to ensure the safety of worke…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Temporary Closures on Little River Road June 8 and 9 for Road Maintenance
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will close the section of Little River Road between the Townsend Wye and Elkmont for essential road maintenance on June 8 and 9.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Hiker Injured by Grizzly Bear at Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 2, 2026] – WEST GLACIER, Mont.– A 32-year-old man sustained non-life-threatening injuries during a surprise encounter with a grizzly bear on Thursday, May 28, at approximately 12:45 p.m. on the …
Glacier National Park
Update: Beartooth Highway (US-212) from Red Lodge to Cooke City, Montana, is now open for the season
The Beartooth Highway (US-212) from Red Lodge to Cooke City, Montana, is now open for the season.
Yellowstone National Park
Plan Ahead for a Safe Memorial Day Weekend in the Smokies
Great Smoky Mountains National Park expects a high volume of visitors over Memorial Day weekend. Anyone planning a trip to the Smokies over the holiday weekend should expect crowds, traffic congestion and limited parking…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Glacier National Park Announces Gateway Community Meeting
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [May 14, 2026] – Glacier National Park will hold a Gateway Community meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This meeting is part of the park’s ongoing commitment to maintain communi…
Glacier National Park
Top 10 things to know about visiting Yellowstone National Park during the 2026 summer season
This summer, visitors to Yellowstone National Park are being urged to plan ahead – both to stay safe and to help protect one of America’s most iconic wild landscapes.
Yellowstone National Park
Missing Hiker and Bear Encounter Victim Identified
WEST GLACIER, Mont.– The body of a missing hiker has been recovered and identified as Anthony Pollio, a 33-year-old man from Davie, Florida. Pollio’s body was discovered by search and rescue crews at approximately 12 p.m…
Glacier National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park to conduct Spur maintenance beginning May 11
Great Smoky Mountains National Park will complete essential maintenance along the Spur starting May 11. This will require temporary single-lane closures to allow park staff to safely and efficiently complete this work.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Remains of Missing Hiker Found
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – The body of a missing hiker was discovered by search and rescue crews at approximately 12 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, in Glacier National Park.
Glacier National Park
Search Underway in Glacier National Park For Missing Hiker
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [May 5, 2026] – Search efforts are underway in Glacier National Park for Anthony Pollio, a 33-year-old man from Fort Lauderdale, Florida who has been missing since Sunday evening.
Glacier National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Seeks Tips to Identify Suspect in Illegal Vulture Dumping
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is requesting tips from the public to aid in an ongoing investigation of 33 black vultures (Coragyps atratus) dumped on the Foothills Parkway.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Backcountry Camping Fee Change Takes Effect on April 30 at Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Beginning April 30, Great Smoky Mountains National Park will transition its backcountry permit reservation system to Recreation.gov. This transition will improve reliability, security and customer support for backcountry…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Celebrate the Tradition of Decoration Day at Big South Fork with Cemetery Quest Event
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area will celebrate the deeply rooted tradition of Decoration Day on the Cumberland Plateau with its sixth annual Cemetery Quest event. The event begins at 9 a.m. ET on Saturday…
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area