How DOGE cuts are jeopardizing our national parks, "America's best idea"
The Trump administration laid off approximately 1,000 employees of the National Park Service. Rangers and park employees say ...
National Parks at Escalated Wildfire Risk, Thanks to DOGE Cuts
Federal workers help maintain millions of acres of protected land — and with climate change intensifying burns, conditions ...
Letters to the Editor: We must protect our national parks
We must protect our national parks. On March 1, I stood in solidarity with a small, yet enthusiastic group outside the ...
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These Were the Most—and Least—Visited National Parks in 2024
America's national park sites saw a record number of visitors last year. Great Smoky Mountains, Zion and Grand Canyon ...
National parks cuts threaten America the beautiful
Trump administration cutbacks at parks and the Forest Service affect all Americans.
California's most underappreciated national park is quietly in crisis
Visitors come ashore on Santa Cruz Island, one of the five Channel Islands.
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Tired of Crowds? Visit These 3 Underrated California National Parks Instead
Skip the crowds and explore these 3 underrated California national parks. Experience stunning landscapes, fewer tourists, and ...
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These 5 lesser-known national parks in California offer uncrowded adventures
Tired of crowded national parks, or want something new? Here are less visited national parks in California, what months to ...
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US National Parks: What To Know About Layoffs By The Trump Admin How It Impacts The Service
Amid the federal layoffs, national park crews nationwide struggle with transparency with their visitors since allegedly being ...
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Condor Released In Redwood National And State Parks Likely Died From Lead Poisoning
A young condor released into Redwood National and State Parks in 2023 has been found dead, with lead poisoning being the likely cause of death.
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America's national parks welcomed a record-breaking number of visitors last year as trail runners, hikers, and campers flocked to the wilderness
In 2024, a whopping 331,863,358 people visited the 63 national parks to camp, trail run, and hike in the idyllic North ...
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These national parks saw record attendance in 2024, but they may not tell you about it
Traditionally, individual parks and the National Park Service have touted how successful the previous year was. That has been especially true since a spike in attendance during the COVID pandemic.