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National Historical Park
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
Texas
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and…
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National Historic Site
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
Alabama
Before the first African American military pilots became known as the "Red Tails" they wore striped tails as they began their flight training in the Army's PT-17 Ste…
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National Monument
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
Oregon
Large rhino-like brontotheres roam a semitropical forest. Dog-sized, three-toed horses dart between the trees. The cat-like nimravid and bear dogs stalk their prey.…
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National Historic Site
James A Garfield National Historic Site
Ohio
A front porch can serve many purposes. For some, it is a place to enjoy the breeze on a warm summer night. For others, a perch from which to keep eyes on what's happ…
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National Monument
Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument
Montana
This land is a place to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made here on June 25 and 26, 1876, when Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors fought against a deliberat…
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National Park Service site
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens
District of Columbia
Deep within Kenilworth lies an oasis, hidden behind trees and cattails. It's a place where beavers build their homes and turtles sleep on logs. Lotus blooms rise fro…
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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
Stanford Road Pavement Removal October 16 - November 2
Cuyahoga Valley National Park · OH
The section of the former Stanford Road between Stanford Trailhead and Brandywine Falls, 1/2 of Stanford Trailhead parking lot, and a section of the Valley Trail are…
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Park Closure
All lava tube caves closed November 1 through April 30
El Malpais National Monument · NM
All park lava tube caves are closed for the winter from November 1 through April 30 to protect hibernating bats.
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Park Closure
Temporary Closure of Clara Barton Parkway 10/24/26 for BellRinger Event
George Washington Memorial Parkway · DC, MD, VA
Temporary Closure of Clara Barton Parkway on October 24, 2026 for the 2026 BellRinger Cycling Event. The closure is temporary and limited to the period necessary to…
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Park Closure
Temporary Closure of Clara Barton Parkway 10/24/26 for BellRinger Event
Clara Barton National Historic Site · MD
Temporary Closure of Clara Barton Parkway on October 24, 2026 for the 2026 BellRinger Cycling Event. The closure is temporary and limited to the period necessary to…
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Park Closure
Boquillas Port of Entry Station Closed Due to Unsafe River Levels
The Boquillas Port of Entry and river crossing is temporarily closed due to excessive rain and unsafe high river levels.
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Park Closure
Bonita Canyon Scenic Drive Temporarily Closed
Chiricahua National Monument · AZ
October 16, 2026: Due to high winds and fallen trees blocking the roadway, Bonita Canyon Drive is temporarily closed. Access to Massai Point via the scenic drive is not…
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Danger
Visitor Center Closed Due to Typhoon Champi
War In The Pacific National Historical Park · GU
Due to approaching Typhoon Champi, the T Stell Newman Visitor Center will be closed until further notice.
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Information
Weather Advisory October 17-19
Cape Lookout National Seashore · NC
Due to an approaching storm system, Ferry operations have been modified over the weekend of October 17 – 19. Please contact your desired ferry service operator for…
Happening soon
Ranger programs, tours and events coming up at parks around the country.
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"Pop-Up" Ranger Program
“Pop-Up” programs are ranger-led activities or talks. These programs can be focused on a variety of topics and are ranger’s choice.
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250th Deep Dive Tour: Headquarters of a Revolution (event page, opens in a new tab)
Entrance to the historic house is by guided tour only, and all tours are free of charge. General George Washington’s Cambridge headquarters was a…
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A Wooded Walk: Guided, Low-Elevation Hike (Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - Milepost 384)
Come join a ranger for a guided hike along our Visitor Center Loop Trail. A shaded path in the valley, it’s also a Kids In Parks TRACK Trail that's…
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Accessible Gothic Palace Tour (event page, opens in a new tab)
The 30-minute Accessible Tour of Lehman Caves visits the Gothic Palace, the first highly-decorated room of the cave and can accommodate a wheelchair…
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Adopt-a-Trail: Tree Farm Trail (event page, opens in a new tab)
Adopt-a-Trail volunteers help park staff maintain safe and well-groomed trails. They participate in trail "sweeps" by picking up litter, trimming…
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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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Maltese Cross Cabin Tour
Join a park ranger for a brief welcome chat exploring how Roosevelt’s experiences as a rancher, hunter, and outdoorsman in North Dakota helped shape…
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Special Exhibit: 170 years of Hardscrabble, Grant's Cabin
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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