10 Amazing Hikes in Badlands National Park
While the otherworldly landscapes of the South Dakota Badlands used to deter early fur trappers and pioneers, they now attract casual hikers and experienced backpackers alike. Compared to most U.S. …
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11 Top Things to See and Do in Death Valley National Park
Snow-capped mountain peaks, vast salt pans and tickling salt creeks, tall sand dunes, multicolored canyons and ocher badlands make up the impressively varied landscapes of Death Valley National Park, California. This immense variety results in a wealth of Death Valley National Park highlights.
Biggest Threats to Grizzly Bears (And How You Can Help Protect Them)
As the unfortunate passing of grizzly 399—known affectionately as the “Queens of the Tetons”—sent shockwaves through the national park/outdoors/wildlife community, this heartbreaking event also has the potential to change things …
Grizzly 399’s Ashes Returned to Pilgrim Creek, Grand Teton National Park
On November 1, 2024, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in partnership with Grand Teton National Park, honored the legacy of grizzly bear 399 by returning her ashes to the …
Legendary Grizzly 399 Killed in Vehicle Accident South of Grand Teton National Park
On the evening of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, grizzly bear 399, an iconic and world-famous bear known for her tolerance of people and for being an exceptionally successful mother, was …
11 Wonderfully Warm National Parks to Escape Winter
A summer road trip to one or more of the national parks is arguably the quintessential American holiday. And although summer is an amazing time to visit many parks, there …
Section of Highline Trail in Glacier Remains Closed After Bear Bites Hiker
A section of Highline Trail in Glacier National Park remains closed from Haystack Butte to Granite Park Chalet after a visitor’s encounter with a bear on the morning of September …
26 National Parks That Preserve Native American Heritage & Cultural Sites
With all that overwhelming natural splendor, it’s easy to forget that the National Park System also preserves a wealth of other things and places. In fact, there are literally thousands of Native American heritage and cultural sites in America’s national parks, preserving archaeological sites, battlefields and cultural landmarks.
Woman Suffers Third-Degree Thermal Burns While Walking Off-Trail in Yellowstone
On Monday afternoon, September 16, 2024, a woman reported suffered second and third-degree burns to her lower leg in Yellowstone National Park, the park said in a statement. The 60-year-old woman, who …
Name of Clingmans Dome Restored to Its Original Cherokee Name
The U.S. Board of Geographic Names voted today in favor of the formal request submitted by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) to change the name of Clingmans Dome (FID …
Best Places to See Wildlife in Badlands National Park
Preserving one of America’s last remaining tracts of intact mixed-grass prairie, Badlands National Park is home to several iconic prairie animals. If you’re planning to do some wildlife watching during …
Track Fall Colors Across the U.S. With This Amazing 2024 Fall Foliage Map
In late-September, when nights slowly get chillier and mornings crisper, when apples and pumpkins fill roadside farm stands, and when the leaves of deciduous trees start turning yellow, orange and …
5 Best Hikes in Glacier Bay National Park
Although the vast majority of people visiting Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park do so on a multi-day cruise, you can also visit this spectacular park on your own. Bartlett Cove …
Enjoy Spectacular Fall Colors at These 10 U.S. National Parks
The most colorful of all seasons, fall brings spectacular foliage to national parks all across the United States. From Acadia and Shenandoah in the East to Glacier and Mount Rainier in the West, these are the absolute best national parks to enjoy the warm colors of autumn.