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National Historical Park
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park
Missouri
Established by 1750, Ste. Geneviève was the first permanent European settlement in Missouri. Early French Canadian settlers were drawn here by the rich agricultural…
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Scenic & Recreational River
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River
New York, Pennsylvania
Canoe through rapids and quiet pools as the Delaware River winds its way through a valley of swiftly changing scenery or fish amid rolling hills and riverfront villa…
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National Historical Park
Golden Spike National Historical Park
Utah
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the…
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National Park Service site
Harmony Hall
Maryland
The 18th century Harmony Hall mansion is located on a 62.5-acre open pasture land estate along the Potomac River. This estate was purchased by the National Park Serv…
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National Park Service site
Constitution Gardens
District of Columbia
Officially established in 1965, National Mall and Memorial Parks actually protects some of the older parkland in the National Park System. Areas within this premier…
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National Historical Park and Preserve
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Louisiana
In Jean Lafitte's day, silver and gold filled a pirate's treasure chest, but today's treasures are people, places, and memories. Discover New Orleans’ rich cultural…
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What needs attention
Current closures and notices from the National Park Service. Check the park page before you go.
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Park Closure
Tioga Road is temporarily closed due to snowy and icy conditions
Tioga Road (continuation of Highway 120 through the park) is temporarily closed due to snowy and icy conditions. Call 209/372-0200 (then 1, 1) to check road conditions…
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Park Closure
Cadillac Summit Road closed to all users Nov 9-25 and Dec 1-18
Acadia National Park · ME
Starting Nov 9, construction will resume for an accessible pedestrian path between the East and West parking lots on the summit of Cadillac Mountain. Cadillac Summit…
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Park Closure
Prescribed Fire Operations are Underway near Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Rocky Mountain National Park · CO
Ignitions on today's operation on the Headquarters Unit of the Front Country Prescribed Fire have been completed. Fire personnel will continue to patrol and will remain…
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Park Closure
Partial Trail Closure: Echo Bay (Nov. 6 - 22)
A portion of the Echo Bay Trail in Kabetogama will be temporarily closed Nov. 6–22 during hunting season. The closure affects the easternmost section of the trail and is…
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Park Closure
Cades Cove Loop Road, Parson Branch Road & Cherokee Orchard Road are closed
Great Smoky Mountains National Park · NC, TN
Cades Cove Loop Road, Parson Branch Road & Cherokee Orchard Road are closed due to gusty winds and downed trees.
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Caution
White Rim Road Impassable to Vehicles due to Rockfall
Canyonlands National Park · UT
A rockfall East of the Murphy Hogback has temporarily closed a section of White Rim Road to 4-wheeled vehicles. Motorcycles, bicyclists, and hikers are able to complete…
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Information
Roadwork begins Nov 16 - closures to S. Kelbaker Road, Kelso Dunes, more
Starting Monday, November 16th, major roadwork will begin. South Kelbaker Road will close between Kelso and the southern preserve boundary near I-40. Kelso Dunes, Kelso…
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Information
Park Phones are Down
Lava Beds National Monument · CA
We are currently not able to receive any calls Nov. 4 & 5th. Please email us at labe_information@nps.gov for any questions or information about the park. If you have an…
Happening soon
Ranger programs, tours and events coming up at parks around the country.
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First Saturday Birdwalk
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…
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Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning
This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.
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Large Group Available to Reserve - Afternoon
This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.
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Oxon Cove Park Shoreline Cleanup (event page, opens in a new tab)
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…
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Special Exhibit: 170 years of Hardscrabble, Grant's Cabin (through January 19, 2027)
This special exhibit celebrates the 170th anniversary of the completion of Hardscrabble, the two-room log cabin built by Ulysses S. Grant while…
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Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning
This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.
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Large Group Available to Reserve - Afternoon
This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.
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Meet a Rosie!
Meet a Living Link to WWII History On most Fridays, you have the unique opportunity to meet real WWII Home Front workers. These extraordinary…
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