Trail Ridge Road Has Opened In Rocky Mountain National Park
Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park opened for the summer Friday, though adverse weather could lead to its closure.
- By Compiled from NPS releases - May 29th, 2026
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National Parks Quiz And Trivia #99: The Trees Edition
Trees are vital for life on this planet, providing oxygen for all life, stabilizing soil, filtering water, and supplying food and shelter for humans and wildlife. Without trees, we’d be in a world of hurt. It’s only fitting that this month’s quiz is all about trees. Test your knowledge and find out just how much you know about trees found in units of the National Park System.
- By Rebecca Latson - April 9th, 2026
Hikers In Rocky Mountain National Park Are Overwhelmingly Underprepared
Day hikers and trail runners in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado are overwhelmingly underprepared, according to a 2026 research study.
- By NPT Staff - March 31st, 2026
National Parks Quiz And Trivia #97
You can learn all sorts of interesting tidbits when you take a guided tour in a national park, or when you wander a museum within a unit of the National Park System. You can also learn things by reading NPS Instagram and Facebook posts. The Traveler’s quiz and trivia pieces are composed of this information.
- By Rebecca Latson - February 21st, 2026
UPDATE | Major Destination National Parks Drop Timed Entry Reservations
The Interior Department's decision to eliminate the need for reservations to enter Yosemite, Glacier, or Arches national parks this summer drew criticism from the National Parks Conservation Association and a U.S. senator, who said the decision will diminish the national park experience for visitors.
- By NPT Staff - February 18th, 2026
Group Calls For Pause In New Non-Resident Fees At National Parks
A leading park advocacy group is calling for a pause in implementation of new non-resident fees at national parks.
- By NPT Staff - February 11th, 2026
Climbers Rescued From Longs Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park
Two climbers were rescued from Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park after becoming incapacitated during a difficult climb.
- By NPT Staff - February 9th, 2026
American Pika Populations May Be Declining, Says Study
A study has found that American pika populations may be declining near Rocky Mountain National Park due to climate change.
- By NPT Staff - November 27th, 2025
Rocky Mountain National Park To Host Webinar On Wetland Restoration
Rocky Mountain National Park will host a virtual information session to provide opportunities for the public to learn more about the importance of wetlands and ask questions of National Park Service staff.
- By NPT Staff - November 27th, 2025
Trail Ridge Road Through Rocky Mountain National Park Closes For Winter
Who had November 14 in the pool for when Trail Ridge Road through Rocky Mountain National Park would close for the winter?
- By Compiled from NPS releases - November 14th, 2025
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