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Lawmakers File Amicus Brief Opposing Trump’s Plans For Independence Arch

Six Democratic lawmakers have filed an amicus brief in federal court opposing President Trump's plan to erect a 250-foot "Independence Arch" on federal parkland in Washington, D.C.

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By NPT Staff - March 9th, 2026

Fireworks To Return To Mount Rushmore National Memorial After Five-Year Pause

Fireworks will return to Mount Rushmore National Memorial this year after a five-year pause.

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By NPT Staff - March 9th, 2026

Mountain Goat Populations Have Declined By 45 Percent Across Glacier National Park

Mountain goat populations have decreased by 45 percent Glacier National Park, according to a 12-year citizen science monitoring effort.

Mountain goat declines in a protected, interior, native population

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By NPT Staff - March 9th, 2026

Mushroom Pool: The Subtle Spring With The Spectacular Story

Despite being apparently unremarkable compared to other Yellowstone hot springs, Mushroom Pool is the site of an extraordinary scientific discovery that has had a global impact and also shaped how research is done in the world’s first national park.

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By Yellowstone Volcano Observatory - March 9th, 2026

Library Of Congress Acquires Early Drawing Of Yosemite Valley

The Library of Congress has acquired one of the earliest known drawings of Yosemite Valley and a rare companion lithograph, both created by artist Thomas Almond Ayres in 1855.

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By NPT Staff - March 9th, 2026

A Day In The Park: Banff National Park

The United States is not the only country to host national park units. Canada is also home to some pretty spectacular national parks of their own. Banff National Park in Alberta Province is one of those park units.

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By Rebecca Latson - March 9th, 2026

North Kaibab Trail At Grand Canyon National Park Seriously Damaged By Debris Flows

Debris flows in the wake of the Dragon Bravo fire at Grand Canyon National Park last year heavily damaged sections of the North Kaibab Trail, which will require some significant rebuilding in places this spring.

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By NPT Staff - March 8th, 2026

Conservation Organizations Urge Rejection Of Development Near Yosemite

Conservation groups have submitted a letter urging Mariposa County in California to reject a housing development that they say would lead to increased traffic and harm Yosemite National Park’s natural resources, among other issues.

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By NPT Staff - March 6th, 2026

NPS Proposes Regulation That Would Again Allow Bear Baiting In Alaska Preserves

The National Park Service has proposed a regulation that would defer to state regulations in managing wildlife in Alaska’s national preserves.

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By NPT Staff - March 6th, 2026

Change In Plans For Big Bend Border Wall?

There's been a possible change in plans for a border wall through Big Bend National Park, one that could negate the need for an imposing physical structure.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 6th, 2026

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