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Six parks picked at random. Every visit shows a different mix.
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National Historic Site
Fort Laramie National Historic Site
Wyoming
Originally established as a private fur trading fort in 1834, Fort Laramie evolved into the largest and best-known military post on the Northern Plains before its ab…
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National Historic Site
Minidoka National Historic Site
Idaho, Washington
During World War II, over 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry were forcibly removed from their homes and incarcerated without due process of law. Although little rem…
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National River
Buffalo National River
Arkansas
Established in 1972, Buffalo National River flows freely for 135 miles and is one of the few remaining undammed rivers in the lower 48 states. Once you arrive, prepa…
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National Park & Preserve
Gates Of The Arctic National Park & Preserve
Alaska
This vast landscape does not contain any roads or trails. Visitors discover intact ecosystems where people have lived with the land for over ten thousand years. Wild…
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National Historical Park
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
Massachusetts, Rhode Island
The Blackstone River powered America's entry into the Age of Industry. The success of Samuel Slater's cotton spinning mill in Pawtucket, RI touched off a chain react…
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National Memorial
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
South Dakota
Majestic figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota, tell th…
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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
Mineral King Road in Sequoia National Park Is Closed for the Season
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks · CA
The portion of Mineral King Road inside Sequoia National Park is closed for the winter season.
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Park Closure
Painted Desert Visitor Center Closed for Construction
Petrified Forest National Park · AZ
A major construction project is underway at Petrified Forest National Park. The Painted Desert Visitor Center is currently being renovated and is expected to reopen in…
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Park Closure
Recreational Driving: Wilderness Visitor Center Air Compressor Not Working
Fire Island National Seashore · NY
The air compressor at the Wilderness Visitor Center (adjacent to Smith Point County Park) is not currently working. Recreational Drivers should plan to bring a portable…
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Park Closure
Fort Wadsworth Will Be Closed From 6 pm October 30 Until 2 pm November 2
Gateway National Recreation Area · NJ, NY
Fort Wadsworth will close to the public on Friday, October 30 at 6 pm and reopen at 2 pm on Monday, November 2 due to the NYC Marathon.
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Park Closure
Cunard Road Closure
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve · WV
Cunard Road will be closed to vehicle traffic, starting on November 9 and will reopen in April 2027 due to road construction.
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Information
Tree Work with Parking Impacts on Jefferson St.
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park · CA
A project to replace declining trees will start on November 2 through November 20. Parking along the south side of Jefferson St. will be unavailable during the first…
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Information
Campground Amenities Unavailable November 16, 2026 through March 14, 2027
All campground amenities (water, electricity, & flush restrooms) at Steel Creek, Kyles Landing, Erbie, Ozark, and Rush will be turned off starting November 16. Camping…
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Information
2026 Tour Season Extended Through November 13
Adams National Historical Park · MA
The 2026 tour season is extended through Friday, November 13. The Visitor Center and Old House at Peace field and Stone Library are open 9am-5pm Wednesday-Sunday…
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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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