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  • National Historic Site

    President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site

    Arkansas

    Named for the father who died shortly before his birth, William Jefferson Blythe III later became the 42nd President of the United States. In Hope, the experiences s…

  • National Historic Trail

    Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail

    Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia +6

    Remember and commemorate the survival of the Cherokee people, forcefully removed from their homelands in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee to live in Indian Territory,…

  • National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve

    Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve uniquely documents the human and natural Caribbean world from the earliest indigenous settlements in…

  • National Preserve

    Yukon - Charley Rivers National Preserve

    Alaska

    Located in Interior Alaska, Yukon-Charley Rivers offers exploration in a largely untouched landscape. Whether you float the mighty Yukon River or paddle the Charley…

  • National Park

    Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Hawaii

    Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park protects some of the most unique geological, biological, and cherished cultural landscapes in the world. Extending from sea level to…

  • National Monument

    Wupatki National Monument

    Arizona

    Nestled between the Painted Desert and ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona, Wupatki National Monument is an unlikely landscape for a thriving community. The earl…

What needs attention

Current closures and notices from the National Park Service. Check the park page before you go.

  • Park Closure

    North Rim Temporarily Closed South of Entrance Station due to Weather

    Grand Canyon National Park · AZ

    Road closure update: 6:12 pm, 10/24/2026. In addition, the North Rim Scenics (Cape Royal Road and Point Imperial Road) are closed through sunrise Nov. 3, 2026, to…

    Details on NPS.gov
  • Park Closure

    Temporarily closed — Grand Reopening will take place on November 7, 2026

    Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site · DC

    The Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site is temporarily closed due to a full renovation project. The Grand Reopening of the site will take place on Saturday…

  • Park Closure

    Road Closure: Sunset Crater Volcano September 21 through October 30

    Wupatki National Monument · AZ

    Beginning September 21, Forest Road 545 closed to all vehicle traffic starting near the intersection with Highway 89A to the Sunset Crater Volcano entrance kiosk for…

    Details on NPS.gov
  • Park Closure

    Road Closure: Sunset Crater Volcano September 21 through October 30

    Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument · AZ

    Beginning September 21, Forest Road 545 closed to all vehicle traffic starting near the intersection with Highway 89A to the Sunset Crater Volcano entrance kiosk for…

    Details on NPS.gov
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  • Danger

    Road conditions 10/24/26

    Chaco Culture National Historical Park · NM

    Due to heavy rains over the past 2 days, both roads are currently impassable. We do not advise visiting Chaco at this time; we strongly encourage you to postpone your…

  • Caution

    Coastal Flooding

    Fort Pulaski National Monument · GA

    Due to coastal flooding, trails may be flooded, muddy, or impassable. For your safety, do not cross flooded sections of the trail.

  • Caution

    Mineral Bottom and White Rim Road are open but not recommended

    Canyonlands National Park · UT

    The Mineral Bottom Road switchbacks and west side of the White Rim Road are slippery and muddy due to recent rains. They are passable but travel is not recommended until…

    Details on NPS.gov
  • Caution

    Towing Alma from Aquatic Park Cove

    San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park · CA

    One or more tugboats will be arriving in Aquatic Park Cove around 7:00am on Monday, Oct. 26 to tow Alma to Alameda for routine haul-out and maintenance. Please avoid the…

Happening soon

Ranger programs, tours and events coming up at parks around the country.

  • First Saturday Birdwalk

    Ongoing, Sunday, October 25. Ninety Six National Historic Site · SC
    Ongoing through Dec 5 · 8:00 AM–10:00 AM Free

    Are you interested in birds and do you enjoy being in nature? Join a ranger and a volunteer for our First Saturday Birdwalk at Ninety Six National…

  • History Hangout

    Next session Sunday, October 25. Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park · VA
    Sundays through Oct 31 · 2:30 PM–3:00 PM · Meet on the front lawn of Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Road… Free

    Hangout at Belle Grove Plantation with a National Park Service ranger. Join a conversation about the region ’ s long record of human settlement while…

  • Oxon Cove Park Shoreline Cleanup (event page, opens in a new tab)

    Ongoing, Sunday, October 25. Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm · MD
    Ongoing through Dec 20 · 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · 6411 Oxon Hill Rd Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745 Free

    Join the National Park Service in removing garbage from Oxon Cove Park on the third Sunday of each month! This serene body of water feeds into the…

  • Pavilion Program

    Next session Sunday, October 25. Devils Tower National Monument · WY
    Daily through Oct 31 · 10:00 AM–11:00 AM · Across the visitor center a two minute walk down the Tower Trail. Free

    Join a ranger for a talk at the Pavallion.

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  • Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning

    Next session Friday, October 30. Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park · MO
    Fridays through Nov 15 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Free

    This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.

  • Meet a Rosie!

    Next session Friday, October 30. Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park · CA
    Fridays through Jan 1 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Held at the park visitor center. Free

    Meet a Living Link to WWII History On most Fridays, you have the unique opportunity to meet real WWII Home Front workers. These extraordinary…

  • Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning

    Next session Thursday, November 5. Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park · MO
    Every other Thu through Nov 15 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Free

    This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.

  • Large Group Available to Reserve - Afternoon

    Next session Thursday, November 5. Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park · MO
    Every other Thu through Nov 15 · 1:00 PM–3:30 PM Free

    This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.

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