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Congaree, A National Park As Impressive As Its Trees

Though Congaree National Park at first glance might be viewed as having little to recommend it for more than state park status, its natural resources buttress its standing as a national park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 13th, 2026

2024 Annual Report Highlights Notable Explosions In Yellowstone National Park

The year 2024 will probably be remembered as the year of the hydrothermal explosion, with one event that was unwitnessed but detected by geophysical sensors at Norris Geyser Basin in April, and another that was experienced by numerous people in Biscuit Basin in July.

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By Yellowstone Volcano Observatory - April 13th, 2026

Man Gets Jail Time After Walking On Hydrothermal Features In Yellowstone National Park

A Texas man was sentenced to five days in jail after he pleaded guilty to walking off the designated boardwalk in a thermal area in Yellowstone National Park.

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By NPT Staff - April 13th, 2026

A Day In The Park: War In The Pacific National Historical Park

You can combine history as well as culture with a visit to War in the Pacific National Historical Park on the island of Guam, a territory of the United States. This national historical park tells the story of Guam’s occupation by the Imperial Japanese troops, the war, the battles, the liberation, and the lives lost during those battles.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 13th, 2026

National Geographic National Parks Cookbook: Dishes Inspired By America’s Great Outdoors

If you enjoy national parks and cooking, you might enjoy this latest national park cookbook "National Geographic National Parks Cookbook: Dishes Inspired By America’s Great Outdoors," by Nina Elder and Melissa Knific. Traveler contributing photographer Rebecca Latson tested and photographed some of the recipes and gives her verdict on whether or not this book is a keeper.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 12th, 2026

Concern Raised Over Length Of Public Comment Periods

National park advocacy groups have expressed concerns over the shifting time periods for public comment on management issues, saying in the past the public had longer periods to comment on planning documents.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 12th, 2026

Bridge On Natchez Trace Parkway Will Close For New Pedestrian Safety Barrier

Natchez Trace Parkway will close Double Arch Bridge near Nashville on April 15 to begin construction to install a permanent pedestrian safety barrier.

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By Compiled From NPS Releases - April 10th, 2026

Conservation Groups Urge Congress To Increase Funding For Endangered Species

More than 150 conservation groups are urging Congress to significantly increase the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s budget for endangered species conservation from $299 million to $870 million.

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By NPT Staff - April 9th, 2026

Deer Test Positive For Chronic Wasting Disease At Catoctin Mountain Park

Two deer tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease at Catoctin Mountain Park during recent white-tailed deer reduction operations and subsequent disease sampling.

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By NPT Staff - April 9th, 2026

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #99: The Trees Edition

Trees are vital for life on this planet, providing oxygen for all life, stabilizing soil, filtering water, and supplying food and shelter for humans and wildlife. Without trees, we’d be in a world of hurt. It’s only fitting that this month’s quiz is all about trees. Test your knowledge and find out just how much you know about trees found in units of the National Park System.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 9th, 2026

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