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National Park Service site
National Capital Parks-East
District of Columbia
National Capital Parks — East invites you to explore more than 8,000 acres of scenic parkland, historic landmarks, and vibrant community spaces across Washington, D.…
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National Park
Biscayne National Park
Florida
Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,00…
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National Park Service site
Harmony Hall
Maryland
The 18th century Harmony Hall mansion is located on a 62.5-acre open pasture land estate along the Potomac River. This estate was purchased by the National Park Serv…
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National Monument
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
Illinois
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to…
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National Monument
Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
New Mexico
For thousands of years, groups of nomads used the caves above Cliff Dweller Creek as temporary shelter. In the late 1200s, people of the agricultural Mogollon (South…
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National Historical Park
Kalaupapa National Historical Park
Hawaii
When Hansen's disease (leprosy) was introduced to the Hawaiian Islands, King Kamehameha V banished all afflicted to the isolated Kalaupapa Peninsula on the north sho…
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Current closures and notices from the National Park Service. Check the park page before you go.
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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…
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Park Closure
Seasonal road closures
Great Smoky Mountains National Park · NC, TN
Heintooga Ridge Road is closed for the season.
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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, Tuesday 11/, 8:00am
Hurricane Ridge Road is closed due to icy conditions on the roadway. The road will reopen when conditions permit.
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Park Closure
Paradise Road Status: Early Morning Update
Mount Rainier National Park · WA
11/03/2026 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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Current Park Closures
Natchez Trace Parkway · AL, MS, TN
Closures may occur due to inclement weather, construction projects, or other emergency conditions. Please visit the linked page for information about current closures.
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Park Closure
Visitor Centers are Closed for the Season
Isle Royale National Park · MI
All park visitor centers have closed for the season. This includes the Houghton, Rock Harbor, & Windigo/Ozaagaateng Visitor Centers.
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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.
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Ancestral Sites Trail Guided Walk
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…
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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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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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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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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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