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Experimental High Flow Release Coming To Grand Canyon National Park Next Week

Submitted by Kurt Repanshek on November 15, 2012 - 2:42am
Come Monday, the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park will take on the appearance of "Big Muddy" as flood gates in the Glen Canyon Dam are cranked open to spawn a controlled flood down the river.

Grand Canyon National Park, China's Yuntaishan World Geopark Renew Sister Park Agreement

Submitted by NPT Staff on November 12, 2012 - 2:52am
China and the United States might have some differences over trade and monetary policies, but the two countries' park systems see eye to eye. Proof of that came earlier this month when officials from Grand Canyon National Park and Yuntaishan World Geopark renewed their Sister Park Agreement.

Eight National Park Lodges Join Historic Hotels Of America

Submitted by NPT Staff on November 1, 2012 - 1:34am
Eight national park lodges have joined Historic Hotels of America, a program affiliated with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Check Out The Dome Car Now Being Pulled By The Grand Canyon Railway

Submitted by NPT Staff on October 15, 2012 - 1:26am
Next time you intend to ride the Grand Canyon Railway to Grand Canyon National Park, be sure to check out the completely refurbished full-length dome car dubbed the "Fred Harvey."

Hiker Dies On Bright Angel Trail In Grand Canyon National Park

Submitted by NPT Staff on September 25, 2012 - 5:22pm
An unidentified man collapsed and died Tuesday morning on the Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park.

Man Fined, Banned From Grand Canyon National Park, For Guiding Without A Permit

Submitted by NPT Staff on September 24, 2012 - 1:32am
A man who was guiding backpack trips in Grand Canyon National Park without a permit has been fined and banned from visiting the park for a year.

Google Maps: More Travelers Are Interested In Death Valley Than Yellowstone

Submitted by NPT Staff on September 18, 2012 - 1:11am
So, are more Americans looking for a vacation in Death Valley National Park than, say, Yellowstone National Park? The folks at Google Maps might have you think so.

Check Out Traveler's Guide To Grand Canyon National Park

Submitted by NPT Staff on September 5, 2012 - 1:12am
Traveler has added Grand Canyon National Park to its list of Essential Park Guides. Check it out!

How Might The National Park System Fare Under A "President Romney"?

Submitted by Kurt Repanshek on September 4, 2012 - 1:45am
With Mitt Romney, the Republican presidential nominee, vague on details concerning his plans for reducing the federal deficit and shrinking government, speculation is running heavy, and it's not encouraging for the National Park System.

New Facilities At Grand Canyon National Park Help Encourage Automobile-Free Visits

Submitted by Jim Burnett on September 4, 2012 - 1:36am
Officials at Grand Canyon National Park have been trying for years to reduce the congestion on the South Rim caused by private vehicles. On September 12, the park staff will celebrate several new facilities that they hope will encourage additional auto-free travel in the busy park.