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Thousands Of "Hazard Trees" In Sequoia National Park Pose Risks

Thousands of trees of all species along the Generals Highway in Sequoia National Park pose risks to park visitors and structures due to the recent wildfire that burned through the park as well as disease and the long-running drought.

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By Kurt Repanshek - October 24th, 2021 1:45pm

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Go On Vacation, Help Support National Parks Traveler

Just taking a vacation in the grandeur of Yosemite National Park can help the National Parks Traveler gain a measure of financial support.

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By NPT Staff - October 24th, 2021 2:00am

Let National Parks Inspire Your Halloween Pumpkin

As you take knife to pumpkin this week, carve it with national parks in mind.

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By Compiled From N... - October 24th, 2021 2:00am

Meet Olympic National Park’s Marmots And The Citizen Scientists Who Study Them

Citizen science made possible by Washington's National Park Fund is leading to better understanding of Olympic marmots.

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By Kurt Repanshek - November 7th, 2021 12:10pm

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Abandoned Scallop Boat To Be Dug Out Of Cape Hatteras National Seashore Beach

A dredging company is expected to go to work Monday to remove an abandoned scallop boat from a Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach.

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By Compiled From N... - October 23rd, 2021 2:00am

Curecanti NRA's Elk Creek Boat Ramp Closing Sunday

The Elk Creek boat ramp at Curecanti National Recreation Area in Colorado will close for the season at 4:30 p.m. Sunday due to the low water level of Blue Mesa Reservoir.

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By Compiled From N... - October 22nd, 2021 1:45am

Delaware Water Gap NRA's Mountain Road And Buttermilk Falls Trail Are Open

Mountain Road and the Buttermilk Falls Trail at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in Walpack Township, New Jersey, reopened to the public Friday.

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By Compiled From N... - October 22nd, 2021 1:45am

Rainbow Bridge National Monument Access Limited

Continued declines in the level of Lake Powell have limited access to Rainbow Bridge National Monument in southern Utah.

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By Compiled From N... - October 21st, 2021 10:21am

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Grand Teton Surpasses Visitation Record With Months To Go

Not only was September the second-busiest in Grand Teton National Park's history, but the tally pushed the park's year-to-date visitation to a record high.

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By Compiled From N... - October 21st, 2021 1:45am

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Changing Leaves Mean Changing Services At Acadia National Park

As Acadia National Park settles into the fall season and approaches the winter, hours of operation and services will also change. Before venturing into the park, always check the park website for the most current information. You can also download the National Park Service App to have this same information at your fingertips.

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By Compiled From N... - October 22nd, 2021 11:54am

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