Trails I've Hiked: Douglas Spring to Bridal Wreath Falls, Saguaro National Park
For a quick, relatively easy, immersion into Saguaro National Park, the Douglas Spring Trail in the Cactus Forest of the park's Rincon Mountain District is hard to beat.
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Forum Created To Help Further Protection Of Migratory Species
Almost like stepping stones in a stream, national parks play a key role in protecting migratory species as they move back and forth between the United States and Central and South America. They are in many ways both resting areas and protected areas where species can recharge as they migrate.
Traveler's Gear Box: Here's A Pack to Help You Get to A National Park
As backpacks go, you probably wouldn't want to head off into the backcountry of a national park with Tom Bihn's Aeronaut on your back. But it sure is a handy bag to use to get to the park.
The Numbers Behind National Park Visitation
What's in a number? When it reflects visitation to national parks, it's not always as obvious as it might seem.
Updated: Drilling Rig Disaster Could Send Oil Spill Into Gulf Islands National Seashore
An oil spill from the sinking of an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico could wash ashore in the coming days at Gulf Islands National Seashore, according to a prediction by AccuWeather.com.
Celebration Planned for This Weekend's Reopening Of Cades Cove Loop in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
It's going to be a great weekend in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, both because of the Wildflower Pilgrimage and because the Cades Cove Loop Road is reopening after a substantial reconstruction of the road.
"Why I Want To Be a Park Ranger When I Grow Up"
During her recent residency at Badlands National Park, artist and poet Kathleen Heideman wrote an ode in honor of national park rangers titled "Why I want to be a park ranger when I grow up." In honor of National Parks Week, we offer it to you.
Though National Parks Week Is Winding Down, There's No End to Enjoying National Parks
While National Parks Week is just about spent, with one glorious weekend to go, that doesn't mean an end to enjoying the national parks. In fact, the National Park Service and National Park Foundation have put together a list of ways to enjoy the parks.
Democrats Introduce "Wildlife Corridors Conservation Act" To Help Wildlife Cope With Climate Change
With some impacts of climate change already evident, and others projected, wildlife will need a means to move across the landscape to cope with the changes. With that in mind, two Democratic congressmen have introduced legislation to identify and protect wildlife corridors across the country.
Frazil Ice On the Run in Yosemite National Park
Frazil ice. What the heck is that? If you've been to Yosemite National Park in the past couple of weeks, you might know. If not, check out this video by Steven Bumgardner.
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The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.
Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.
Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.
You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.
