Since its founding on August 25, 1916, the U.S. National Park Service has assembled 419 protected units, of which 62 hold the ...

Travelers who heard about National Park Service layoffs in February may have reconsidered visits, but here’s what to know ahead of National Park Week.

As peak season in many US national parks begins, families heading outdoors during spring break might need to pack their ...

America’s national parks are at a crossroads. Our national parks are aging, underfunded, and increasingly at risk. Love alone won’t save them.

Visitors to U.S. national parks may be tempted to buy an America the Beautiful yearly pass, but just avoid this mistake when ...

While you will be able to get into the parks without paying an entrance fee, NPS notes you may still need to pay a timed ...

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, CO ‒ Struggling to find a restroom at some National Park Service sites this spring? You're in ...

Each April, the National Park Service celebrates National Park Week with daily programming and special events. This year, the ...

The webpage's administrators temporarily changed an introductory paragraph to emphasize “Black/White Cooperation.” ...

National Parks Week is here once again, and this year you can enjoy the annual fee-free visits with a set of specially themed “playlists!” While they are not literal ‘playlists’ of music ...

Two Arizona national parks were named among the best parks for seeing wildlife like mountain lions, bison and birds. Here's where to go to see animals.

The Great American Outdoors Act Signing Day on Aug ... of these free days can find a variety of activities at the parks. The National Park Service encourages families, friends and solo adventurers ...