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Endangered Freshwater Species Shows Signs of Population Increases

The tan riffleshell, an endangered mussel in the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, is showing signs of natural population increases for the first time.

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By NPT Staff - November 18th, 2025

Large Storm Causes Road Closures In Death Valley National Park

A large storm caused flooding at Death Valley National Park, forcing the closure of roads across the park.

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By Compiled From DOI Releases - November 18th, 2025

Rare Mussel Species Found In The Obed Wild & Scenic River

The National Park Service recently discovered slabside pearly mussels, an endangered species, in the Obed Wild & Scenic River / NPS file.

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By NPT Staff - November 18th, 2025

Proposed Legislation Would Protect Outer Banks Homeowners

Proposed legislation would allow coastal homeowners in the Outer Banks to receive financial assistance before their houses collapse into the ocean.

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By NPT Staff - November 17th, 2025

Senator Calls For Restoration Of Federal Funding For National Parks

Senator Chuck Schumer held a press conference at Saratoga National Historical Park on Monday in a push to restore federal funding for national parks.

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By NPT Staff - November 17th, 2025

Shrinking Mount Rainier

Mount Rainier, an iconic snow-and-ice shrouded mountain that towers over the Pacific Northwest, has lost a little off the top.

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By Kurt Repanshek - November 16th, 2025

UPDATE | National Park Service Will Recruit Up To 500 Law Enforcement Officers

The National Park Service will recruit up to 500 experienced law enforcement officers to work in national parks across the country.

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By Compiled From DOI Releases - November 14th, 2025

Trail Ridge Road Through Rocky Mountain National Park Closes For Winter

Who had November 14 in the pool for when Trail Ridge Road through Rocky Mountain National Park would close for the winter?

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By Compiled from NPS releases - November 14th, 2025

National Parks Are Overwhelmingly Safe Spaces, Says Study

National parks are overwhelmingly safe and well-managed public spaces for most visitors, according to a 2025 study.

Recreation and disarray: Analysis of disorder in U.S. national parks

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By Jennifer Roberts - November 17th, 2025

Independence Hall To Close For Preservation Work

Independence Hall will close to visitors from November 13, 2025, to January 28, 2026 to allow preservation work ahead of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.

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By NPT Staff - November 14th, 2025

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