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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…

  • National Historical Park

    Chaco Culture National Historical Park

    New Mexico

    Explore the monumental structures and breathtaking landscape at Chaco, a thriving regional center for the ancestral Pueblo people from 850 to 1250 CE (Common Era), t…

  • National Park

    Canyonlands National Park

    Utah

    Canyonlands is a wilderness of canyons, buttes, and spires carved by the Colorado River and Green River. The park is divided into four distinct districts; no roads j…

  • National Historic Trail

    Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

    North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee +1

    Stretching 330-miles through four states (Virginia, Tennessee, North and South Carolina) the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail traces the route used by Pa…

  • National Park Service site

    Pennsylvania Avenue

    District of Columbia

    A street unlike any other. It is known the world over as the heart of the Nation's Capital. America's history has marched, paraded, promenaded, and protested its way…

  • National Monument

    Cabrillo National Monument

    California

    In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo climbed out of his boat and onto shore, becoming the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States.…

What needs attention

Current closures and notices from the National Park Service. Check the park page before you go.

  • 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.

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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.

  • 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…

  • Information

    Campground Amenities Unavailable November 16, 2026 through March 14, 2027

    Buffalo National River · AR

    All campground amenities (water, electricity, & flush restrooms) at Steel Creek, Kyles Landing, Erbie, Ozark, and Rush will be turned off starting November 16. Camping…

  • 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.

  • First Saturday Birdwalk

    Ongoing, Wednesday, October 28. Ninety Six National Historic Site · SC
    Ongoing through Dec 5 · 8:00 AM–10:00 AM Free

    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…

  • Oxon Cove Park Shoreline Cleanup (event page, opens in a new tab)

    Ongoing, Wednesday, October 28. Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm · MD
    Ongoing through Dec 20 · 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · 6411 Oxon Hill Rd Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745 Free

    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…

  • Pavilion Program

    Next session Wednesday, October 28. Devils Tower National Monument · WY
    Daily through Oct 31 · 10:00 AM–11:00 AM · Across the visitor center a two minute walk down the Tower Trail. Free

    Join a ranger for a talk at the Pavallion.

  • Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning

    Next session Friday, October 30. Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park · MO
    Fridays through Nov 15 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Free

    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!

    Next session Friday, October 30. Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park · CA
    Fridays through Jan 1 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Held at the park visitor center. Free

    Meet a Living Link to WWII History On most Fridays, you have the unique opportunity to meet real WWII Home Front workers. These extraordinary…

  • Historic Mill Open House (Mabry Mill - Milepost 176.2)

    Next session Saturday, October 31. Blue Ridge Parkway · NC, VA
    Sun, Sat through Nov 1 · 10:30 AM–2:00 PM · Blue Ridge Parkway - Mabry Mill - Milepost 176.2 Free

    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…

  • Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning

    Next session Thursday, November 5. Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park · MO
    Every other Thu through Nov 15 · 9:30 AM–12:00 PM Free

    This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.

  • Large Group Available to Reserve - Afternoon

    Next session Thursday, November 5. Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park · MO
    Every other Thu through Nov 15 · 1:00 PM–3:30 PM Free

    This is an open slot for reservation. Indicate the date and morning or afternoon when reserving your visit.

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