National Parks Traveler

Standing on the shore of Ford Island just after sunrise, looking out at Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, Khyle Dixon is itching to begin his work day. Three of his colleagues kayak by, carrying jugs of water and the tools they’ll need for a day of historic preservation work on a mooring quay in the blistering Hawaiʻi sun.

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By Jennifer Bain - June 14th, 2025 2:30am

Yellowstone National Park Logs Record Number Of Visits

Yellowstone National Park could have its busiest year ever.

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By Jan Childs - June 14th, 2025 2:30am

Amid Staffing Concerns, Yosemite Confirms All 13 Park Campgrounds Will Open This Summer

Yosemite National Park confirmed all 13 park campgrounds will open this summer for the first time since 2019.

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By Jan Childs - June 13th, 2025 11:47am

Kid-Friendly Olympic National Park

National parks on their face are often kid friendly, but there are some special spots that seem to be designed with kids in mind. Here are some in Olympic.

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By Rebecca Latson - June 13th, 2025 3:00am

Summer Opening Date Announced For Going-To-The-Sun Road In Glacier National Park

Going-To-The-Sun Road in Montana's Glacier National Park is expected to fully open Monday for the summer season.

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By Jan Childs - June 13th, 2025 2:30am

Skier Killed In Denali Avalanche

A skier died after being caught up in an avalanche at Alaska's Denali National Park and Preserve, marking the second death there in less than a week.

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By Jan Childs - June 12th, 2025 9:14am

Debate Resumes Over Whether Trump Can Reduce Size Of National Monuments

Debate is resuming over Donald Trump's first-term belief that as president he could reduce the size of national monuments.

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 12th, 2025 2:30am

Here's Where You'll See Road Construction On The Blue Ridge Parkway This Summer

Here's what to expect while driving the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina and Virginia this summer.

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By Jan Childs - June 12th, 2025 2:30am

Kīlauea Lava Fountains Expected Again This Week

If the timing is right, visitors to Volcanoes National Park in Hawaii could be in for another spectacular view this week.

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By Jan Childs - June 11th, 2025 5:19pm

Bear Euthanized After Seeking Food From Humans In Glacier National Park

A 4-year-old female black bear in Glacier National Park had to be euthanized, and another bear and her cub could face a similar fate, due to exposure to human food.