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9 Fun Fall Activities in Mount Rainier National Park

Thanks to active wildlife, accessible trails and, especially, brilliant foliage, fall is arguably the best time to visit Mount Rainier National Park. On a fall trip to Mount Rainier, there are many different activities you can do to enjoy the fall colors, from picnicking and berry picking to hiking.

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Two Hikers Die on Death Valley National Park’s Golden Canyon Trail Within One Week

In same week, August 16-22, there were two separate hiker fatalities on the popular Golden Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park. These unfortunate events are a sad reminder of how hot and dangerous Death Valley can be in summer.

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Solo Hiker Survives Grizzly Bear Attack in Denali National Park

In the evening of August 23, 2021, a grizzly sow with two cubs attacked a solo hiker in Denali National Park’s Thoroughfare Pass area. He managed to deploy bear spray, but still suffered significant injuries. He did survive the attack, was able to hike out by himself, and is now in stable condition.

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Dixie Fire Destroys Historic Juniper Lake Cabins in Lassen Volcanic National Park

Having burned more than 720,000 acres in northern California, the gigantic Dixie Fire has now also claimed the historic, popular and mostly privately owned Juniper Lake Cabins in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Only one cabin escaped the fire unscathed.

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The Ultimate Road Trip to the National Parks of the Northern Rockies: Grand Teton, Yellowstone & Glacier

One of the world’s greatest road trips, the drive from Jackson Hole to Kalispell takes you to three spectacular national parks. See the majestic Teton Range, Yellowstone’s geysers and the glacial valleys of Glacier National Park on an unforgettable northern Rockies national parks road trip.

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Zion Considers Angels Landing Day-Use Permit in 2022 to Combat Congestion, Safety Concerns

After over 300,000 visitors hiked Angels Landing in 2019 and continued rapid growth throughout 2021, Zion National Park is now proposing the implementation of an Angels Landing day-use lottery system in 2022. This new system would prevent congestion on the trail, while also providing a better hiking experience and enhanced safety.

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5 Best Places to See Wildlife in Glacier National Park

Home to a variety of habitats, from lakes and forests to alpine meadows, Glacier National Park is a haven for wild animals. Find out where you can see the park’s iconic mountain goats, which trails offer the best grizzly viewing opportunities, and how to find a moose in Glacier in this blog post. Plus, some essential wildlife safety tips!

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Dixie Fire Reaches Lassen Volcanic National Park, Prompts Closure of Entire Park

Strong winds and low humidity keep fueling extreme fire behavior in Northern California, which caused the Dixie Fire to explode in size on the night of Wednesday to Thursday, August 4-5. Now California’s largest wildfire of 2021, it has reached Lassen Volcanic National Park, prompting an immediate and full closure of the park.

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6 Must-See Roadside Waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park

There are dozens of named frontcountry and roadside waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park, and literally hundreds of unnamed and probably even undiscovered waterfalls. When driving the park’s Grand Loop Road, these waterfalls are wonderful stopping points. Don’t miss them!

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5 U.S. National Parks With Amazing Black Bear Viewing Opportunities

The most abundant bear species in the world, black bears are found all across North America, from Alaska and Canada to the contiguous United States and northern Mexico. Your chances of seeing black bears in the wild are excellent in these national parks.

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Explore Craters of the Moon National Monument on These 5 Trails

One of America’s most extraordinary natural environments, Craters of the Moon National Monument protects a vast area of lava flows and caves, cinder cones and sagebrush plains. You can explore this otherworldly landscape in Idaho’s Snake River Plain on several short hiking trails.

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17 Fun Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park encompasses both the Jackson Hole valley and the majestic Teton Range, together forming one of America’s most scenic national parks. Although relatively small in size, there’s lots to see and do in Grand Teton for everyone, from hiking and kayaking to photography and wildlife viewing.

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Zion National Park Receives International Dark Sky Park Certification

The National Park Service and International Dark Sky Association announced Zion National Park’s official certification as a Dark Sky Park on June 3. This certification means that all five Utah national park are now recognized for their incredible night skies.

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