National Parks Traveler

Many national parks include inholdings, privately-owned property which poses a potential threat for development that would be detrimental to surrounding park lands. Unfortunately, Congress often fails to appropriate funds in a timely fashion to purchase these inholdings, even if an owner wants to sell to the NPS. In the case of three California desert parks, a non-profit partner is helping to fill this gap.

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By Jim Burnett - January 19th, 2015 2:35am

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Some Costa Rican Politicians Want To Tap Energy Within National Parks

What would you think if the state of Washington cast its eyes on the volcanic furnace room of Mount Rainier National Park to help supply its energy? Or if Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho's lawmakers decided they should tap Yellowstone National Park's geothermal hot spot to generate power?

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By NPT Staff - January 19th, 2015 2:35am

National Parks Will Be Focus Of 2016 Rose Bowl Parade

The rumors are true. Not only has the National Park Service been eyeing the Rose Bowl Parade as a way to help celebrate its centennial next year, but the agency has persuaded the Tournament of Roses Parade to make "Find Your Adventure" the theme of next year's parade.

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By NPT Staff - January 18th, 2015 2:29am

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Study: Loss Of Colorado River Would Cripple Economies Of Seven States, From Wyoming To California

The prospect of the Colorado River running dry anytime soon is hard to fathom. But if it ever does, it will have a devastating effect on the economies of the seven states that rely on the river's life-giving waters, according to a study prepared by Arizona State University.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 18th, 2015 2:18am

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Traveler's Gear Box: MSR's Revo Trail Snowshoes

The many snowshoe companies on the market, with so many models of shoes, give you plenty of options to consider when you are looking for a good pair.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 18th, 2015 2:09am

How Do You Think The National Park Service Should Celebrate Its Centennial?

How do you think the National Park Service should celebate its centennial? That's a question the staff at Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota is asking.

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By NPT Staff - January 17th, 2015 2:25am

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Bison Removal In Yellowstone National Park Draws Protests

Plans by Yellowstone National Park officials to remove roughly 1,000 bison from the park's herds are drawing criticisms and protests from groups that say the slaughter is unnecessary.

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By NPT Staff - January 16th, 2015 3:00am

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Bicycle Rentals Could Be Coming To Mesa Verde National Park

Bicycle rentals might soon be available at Mesa Verde National Park, where officials are seeking a company to rent bikes, strollers, and wheelchairs on Wetherill Mesa.

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By NPT Staff - January 16th, 2015 2:34am

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National Monuments In Arizona Offering Second Pricing Option For Consideration

Public concern over higher entrance fees at three national monuments in Arizona have led National Park Service officials to revisit the issue and come up with another pricing option.

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By NPT Staff - January 16th, 2015 2:22am

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Groups File Intent To Sue Over Grizzly Bear Deaths In Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

Approved "takings" of grizzly bears in part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem threaten to undercut recovery of the species, according to groups that plan to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over the matter.

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By NPT Staff - January 15th, 2015 2:23am

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