Humboldt Redwoods State Park in California is home to the scenic Bull Creek South Trail, a quiet route that leads toward the ...

Here, we asked 25 notable outdoor enthusiasts—athletes, environmentalists, travel experts, advocates, and more—to each pick ...

From Acadia’s granite coast to Zion’s red-rock canyons, these parks remain America’s greatest outdoor spectacle.

The park’s picturesque peaks, wonderful waterfalls and towering trees aren’t just photo opportunities; they’re visual poetry.

The administration is easing restrictions for some NPS-managed lands, but the changes don't apply to many major national ...

White River State Park and Heartland Film present family-friendly outdoor movie nights. Enjoy classic films on an LED screen ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Trump administration proposed cutting nearly 3,000 more positions in its 2027 budget. Lower staffing has ...

Washington, DC – The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) is once again raising concerns over a new round of devastating proposed budget cuts for our national parks. The Trump Administration ...

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The National Park Service (NPS) just published its annual visitation numbers for 2025, revealing exactly which national parks welcomed the biggest crowds—and where you can go to escape them. According ...

A nationwide analysis finds most U.S. national parks are highly vulnerable to climate change, with many facing risks of irreversible ecological transformation rather than gradual decline. Wildfire, ...

In 2026, busy national parks, including Arches, Glacier and Yosemite, will be doing away with reservation systems that for years have helped control crowds, the National Park Service announced on ...