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Since its founding on August 25, 1916, the U.S. National Park Service has assembled 419 protected units, of which 62 hold the ...

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Firings, buyouts and a lack of seasonal workers could mean jammed roads, closed campgrounds, limited hours and more. What you need to know before traveling to 10 popular parks.

Travelers who heard about National Park Service layoffs in February may have reconsidered visits, but here’s what to know ahead of National Park Week.

Experts say there's a growing tension between Trump's cuts and the parks' overwhelming popularity. An estimated 332 million people visited national parks in 2024, a new record. To minimize ...

Beyond April 19, additional fee-free days are scheduled for later in the year, including June 19 (Juneteenth), August 4 ...

Peak season in many US national parks has begun. Families heading outdoors ... the NPS App to easily access park information and maps while in the park, and checking park websites in advance ...