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Six parks picked at random. Every visit shows a different mix.
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National Park & Preserve
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve
West Virginia
A rugged, whitewater river flowing northward through deep canyons, the New River is among the oldest rivers on the continent. The park encompasses over 70,000 acres…
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Park
Greenbelt Park
Maryland
Enjoy affordable camping, hiking, and peaceful forest surroundings just ten miles from Washington, DC!
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Wild River
Alagnak Wild River
Alaska
The headwaters of Alagnak Wild River lie within the rugged Aleutian Range of neighboring Katmai National Park and Preserve. Meandering west towards Bristol Bay and t…
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National Memorial
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
New York
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he buil…
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National Recreation Area
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Arizona, Utah
Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation. The recreation…
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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
Paradise Road Status: Gate closed at Longmire, projected to open tomorrow
Mount Rainier National Park · WA
10/26/2026: The road is open to Longmire. All vehicles, including 4WD and AWD, must carry tire chains and be ready to use them. The gate at Longmire to Paradise is…
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Park Closure
Cascade River Road Closure October 26
North Cascades National Park · WA
Beginning October 26 Cascade River Road is closed to vehicles at milepost 21 (Johnson's Cabin) two miles before the trailhead. Foot and bicycle traffic is permitted…
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Park Closure
Closure: Crescent City Information Center Closed 10/27/2026
Redwood National and State Parks · CA
The Crescent City Information Center and bookstore will be closed 10/27/2026 due to a scheduled water outage.
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Danger
King Tide flooding is occurring at Biscayne National Park
King Tide flooding is occurring at Biscayne National Park, areas affected include: - Jetty Trail at Convoy Point - Boca Chita and Elliott Key harbors - Other low-lying…
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Park Closure
Current Alerts and Conditions to include King Tide information
Be sure to review the Alerts and Conditions below before and during your visit for additional, up-to-date information on closures, cautions, and other current park…
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Information
Temporary Crissy Field Road Closures for Half Marathon November 1, 2026
Golden Gate National Recreation Area · CA
From 1am to 10am expect delays, parking lot and road closures for half marathon starting at lower Van Ness Avenue near Fort Mason across Marina Green through Crissy…
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Information
Park Phones are Down
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument · OR
The park's phones are currently not working to call in. If you have questions, please email us at JODA_Interpretation@nps.gov. If it is an emergency dial 911.
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Information
Ocean Beach No-Burn Season: November 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027
Golden Gate National Recreation Area · CA
Beach fires are PROHIBITED during the no-burn season. Do NOT make fire rings using rocks, logs or other items. The no-burn season avoids burning during the Bay Area Air…
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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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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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Pavilion Program
Join a ranger for a talk at the Pavallion.
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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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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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Historic Mill Open House (Mabry Mill - Milepost 176.2)
Take a stroll back in time at the historic Mabry Mill, a beloved Blue Ridge icon. Built by Ed Mabry with help from the local community in the early…
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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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