Lighthouse Renovations Near Completion At Apostle Islands National Lakeshore In Wisconsin
The multi-year Light Station Preservation Project for Apostle Islands National Lakeshore’s six historic lighthouses is nearing completion.
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The Unusual Story Behind Death Valley National Park's Popular Zabriskie Point
Death Valley National Park has plenty of colorful place names, including Furnace Creek, Stovepipe Wells, Last Chance Mountain and Devil's Golf Course, so modern-day visitors might be curious about the one given to a popular scenic overlook in the park: Zabriskie Point. The explanation may be a bit surprising, since the name is tied to an activity not usually associated with national parks, and the story of the overlook itself offers a fascinating glimpse into the park's history.
Big Cypress National Preserve To Conduct Wilderness Inventory
As part of its backcountry access plan, Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida will also conduct a wilderness eligibility assessment for lands within the original boundaries of the preserve.
- September 14th, 2014
Lassen Volcanic National Park Considering Changes To Bumpass Hell Access
Can there be a better way to visit Hell? Bumpass Hell, that is, at Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Special Tours At Fort Union National Monument Offer Rare Chance To Visit Site Of The First Fort Union
Fort Union National Monument is home to what was once the largest military post west of the Mississippi River, but only adobe and stone ruins now remain on the New Mexico prairie. These surviving walls are actually part of the third Fort Union, and September 20, 2014, you can join rangers for a special, once-a-year chance to visit to the site of the First Fort and Arsenal.
Some Tips For Visiting Sequoia And Kings Canyon National Parks This Fall And Winter
Fall is a great time to visit national parks in general, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks specifically. The cool mountain air, the towering trees, and the relatively empty hiking trails combined offer an incredible setting for an escape.
Tri-Park Pass Lets You Enjoy Three Hawaiian National Park Gems
For less than seven cents a day, visitors can enjoy Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park, and Haleakalā National Park by purchasing the annual tri-park pass, which is good for one year from the date of purchase.
- September 12th, 2014
Essential Fall Guide '14: Sweating The Trail Details In National Parks, No. 1
Floods. Windstorms that down trees. Wildfires. Millions of feet. Hiking trails take a pounding from all these things. And while the paths are the responsibility of the National Park Service, the agency often lacks money and staff to tackle all but the most pressing needs. That’s where national park friends groups come into play with their financial resources and, at times, volunteers.
Campsite Reservations System Will Continue At Voyageurs National Park
A campsite reservation system that took effect at Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota this year performed well during the summer's near-record flooding and will continue operations going forward, park officials say.
Route To The Top Of Half Dome To Reopen To The Public On Saturday
Fire conditions near Half Dome in Yosemite National Park have ebbed enough for the route to the summit of Half Dome to reopen to the public on Saturday, park officials say.
- September 11th, 2014
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