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National Scenic Trail
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania +1
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start you…
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National Wild and Scenic River
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
New Jersey, Pennsylvania
The Delaware River, the largest free-flowing river in the eastern United States, runs past forests, farmlands and villages. It also links some of the most densely po…
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National Historical Park
Homestead National Historical Park
Nebraska
The Homestead Act of 1862 transformed the world. Millions were invited to file claims including families, women, immigrants, and formerly enslaved people. Over 10 pe…
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National Historical Park
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
California
Established in 1988, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park celebrates America’s maritime heritage on the Pacific Coast. Our 50-acre park has grown around A…
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National Historical Park
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
Indiana
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American a…
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National Monument
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument
Mississippi
Medgar and Myrlie Evers were partners in the civil rights struggle. The assassination of Medgar Evers in the carport of their home on June 12, 1963, was the first mu…
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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
The Virgin River Narrows closed to top-down travel
Zion National Park · UT
The Virgin River Narrows is closed to top-down travel due to high water. The lower section of the Narrows from Big Spring down and canyons leading into this section are…
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Park Closure
Paradise Road Status: Early Morning Update
Mount Rainier National Park · WA
11/06/2026 The road is open to Longmire and the gate at Longmire to Paradise is expected to open at 9:00 a.m. All vehicles, including 4WD and AWD, must carry tire chains…
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Danger
Park Closures due to Red Flag Warning on Saturday, November 7
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · CA
Parks within Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area will be closed Saturday, November 7 from 2:00 a.m. until 6 p.m. The National Weather Service has issued a…
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Park Closure
Trail Closures Due to Recent Weather
Bryce Canyon National Park · UT
Wall Street and the Bryce Connector Trail (Bryce Point to Peekaboo Loop Trail) are closed until further notice. Other park trails are open, but hikers are urged to use…
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Park Closure
Green River Ferry Closed to RV/Trailer Traffic
Mammoth Cave National Park · KY
Green River Ferry is operational but remains closed to recreational vehicle and trailer traffic due to low water conditions. A river forecast is available at…
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Information
Arrowhead and Craig Branch Trails closed for prescribed burn
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve · WV
The Arrowhead Bike Trails and Craig Branch Trail will be closed on Tuesday November 10 and Wednesday November 11 for a prescribed burn that is planned for that area…
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Information
Visitor Center Holiday Hours and Closures
Capitol Reef National Park · UT
The Capitol Reef visitor center will have shortened hours or be closed for the following holidays: November 25 closing at 1 pm. November 26, closed. December 24 and 25…
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Information
USS Cassin Young
Boston National Historical Park · MA
USS CASSIN YOUNG is currently closed due to weather conditions.
Happening soon
Ranger programs, tours and events coming up at parks around the country.
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1991: The Gulf War
Why did the United States go to war in the Persian Gulf in 1991? Join a park ranger to explore Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the…
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A Mindful Meander: Guided High Elevation Hike (Craggy Gardens Visitor Center - Milepost 364)
Do you ever get so caught up in the excitement about the destination of your hike that you forget to enjoy the journey? Come join us for a…
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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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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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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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