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  • National Historic Site

    Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site

    New York

    Home to the 32nd and longest-serving president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt returned to Hyde Park often, drawing on this place to renew his spirit dur…

  • National Memorial

    Flight 93 National Memorial

    Pennsylvania

    On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,00…

  • Part of Colonial National Historical Park

    Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park

    Virginia

    English colonists first landed here in April 1607, erected a wooden cross and gave thanks for a successful crossing to a new land. In 1781, Americans could watch fro…

  • National Historic Site

    Christiansted National Historic Site

    U.S. Virgin Islands

    Christiansted National Historic Site was established in 1952 as the first unit of the National Park Service in the Virgin Islands of the United States. Covering over…

  • National Historic Site

    Springfield Armory National Historic Site

    Massachusetts

    For nearly two centuries, the U.S. Armed Forces and American industry looked to Springfield Armory for innovative engineering and superior firearms. Springfield Armo…

  • National Historical Park

    San Juan Island National Historical Park

    Washington

    San Juan Island is well known for its splendid vistas, saltwater shores, quiet woodlands, orca whales and one of the last remaining native prairies in the Puget Soun…

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

  • Park Closure

    Isle Royale National Park to Reopen April 16, 2027

    Isle Royale National Park · MI

    From November 1 - April 15 annually, Isle Royale and its surrounding islands are closed to all visitors. Lake Superior waters are open to navigation. All islands reopen…

  • Park Closure

    Paradise Road Status: Open, traction tires advised, gate closing at 3 p.m.

    Mount Rainier National Park · WA

    11/03/2026 The road is open to Paradise. Traction tires are advised. All vehicles, including 4WD and AWD, must carry tire chains and be ready to use them. The gate at…

  • Park Closure

    Seasonal road closures

    Great Smoky Mountains National Park · NC, TN

    Heintooga Ridge Road is closed for the season.

    Details on NPS.gov
  • Park Closure

    Narrows and All Slot Canyons Leading into Them are Closed.

    Zion National Park · UT

    The Narrows and all slot canyons leading into them are CLOSED until river CFS levels drop below closer limits.

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  • Park Closure

    Hurricane Ridge Road closed, Wednesday 11/3, 9:00am

    Olympic National Park · WA

    Hurricane Ridge Road is closed due to road maintenance. The road will reopen when conditions permit.

  • Caution

    Beach Hazards In Effect November 2-3 and November 5-7

    Golden Gate National Recreation Area · CA

    Monday through Tuesday: Long period (15-19 second) northwesterly swell will bring an increased risk for sneaker waves and strong rip currents. Thursday through Saturday…

    Details on NPS.gov
  • Information

    Main Visitor Center CLOSED today, November 3, 2026

    Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument · NM

    The Main Visitor Center at 105 S Ripley Ave will be closed today, November 3, 2026, due to facility maintenance. New carpeting is being installed, and strong adhesive…

  • Information

    Road Closure to Fort Laramie

    Fort Laramie National Historic Site · WY

    Railroad crossing on road Wash 160 to and from Fort Laramie National Historic Site is closed today, Tuesday November 3rd and tomorrow, Wednesday November 4th. Please use…

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Ranger programs, tours and events coming up at parks around the country.

  • Ancestral Sites Trail Guided Walk

    Next session Tuesday, November 3. Pecos National Historical Park · NM
    Daily through Dec 31 · 10:00 AM–11:00 AM Free

    Pecos Pueblo sits at the site of a unique ecological and cultural crossroads. Join a park ranger on this tour to lear n a bout the Ancestral Pueblo…

  • First Saturday Birdwalk

    Ongoing, Tuesday, November 3. 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, Tuesday, November 3. 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…

  • Special Exhibit: 170 years of Hardscrabble, Grant's Cabin (through January 19, 2027)

    Ongoing, Tuesday, November 3. Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site · MO
    Ongoing through Jan 18 · 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Free

    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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  • 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.

  • Large Group Available for Reservation - Morning

    Next session Friday, November 6. 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.

  • Meet a Rosie!

    Next session Friday, November 6. 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…

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