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On-the-ground news from America’s national parks: closures, wildfires, reopenings and alerts that change what you need to plan for.
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Dry Tortugas: Fort Jefferson's moat wall under repair
Sections of Fort Jefferson's moat wall are closed for post-hurricane repairs, with marked-off work zones to respect on site.
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Acadia: Swimming Advisory Posted for Sand Beach Lagoon
A health advisory targets Sand Beach Lagoon at Acadia, where bacteria levels top safe limits. The beach itself isn't affected.
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Grand Teton: South-End Construction This Summer, Leave Yourself Extra Time
Construction underway in southern Grand Teton: delays on Moose-Wilson Road, no roadside parking, a trail detour, and one road closed on weekdays.
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Isle Royale: Store Your Backpacks and Food at Three Mile and Rock Harbor
At the Three Mile and Rock Harbor campgrounds, backpacks go in the storage areas and food in dedicated lockers, per the rule now in effect.
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North Cascades: The Border 2 Fire Slows as of August 20, 2026
As of August 20, 2026, the Border 2 Fire is easing in North Cascades: roughly 7,296 acres burned and 43% of the fire contained.
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Glacier: Construction Reroutes Access to Two Medicine's North Shore Trail
At Two Medicine, the North Shore Trailhead is closed for construction. Two reroutes exist, one of them requiring a ford.
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Grand Canyon: Check Conditions Before You Hike Below the Rim
Inner canyon weather, trail closures, heat risk, and water availability change fast, so here's how to stay informed before you drop below the rim.
By Jocelyn Pion
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Yellowstone: Biscuit Basin Closed After Hydrothermal Explosion
Biscuit Basin, just north of Old Faithful, stays closed until further notice after a hydrothermal explosion. Here's what it means for your visit.
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison: East Portal Road Closed After Flood Damage
East Portal Road and its campground are closed until further notice at Black Canyon of the Gunnison due to flood damage.
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Channel Islands: Santa Rosa Reopens for Day Trips After the Wildfire
Santa Rosa Island is open again for day visits, but the burned areas and their campground stay closed through September 15.
By Jocelyn Pion
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Crater Lake: Fire Restrictions in Effect, What They Mean for Your Visit
Fire restrictions are currently in effect at Crater Lake, and here's what that means in practical terms as you plan your trip.
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Shenandoah: Rain, Wind, and Downed Trees Mean Caution on Skyline Drive
Heavy rain and high winds can bring trees down on Skyline Drive at Shenandoah, so here's what to know before you hit the road.
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Olympic: A Lightning-Sparked Fire Watched on the Park's West Side
A wildfire is burning on a remote slope in Olympic. No closures, but Hoh River Trail hikers should stay alert.
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Wrangell-St. Elias: A New Way to Reach Root Glacier
The old access to Root Glacier is closed because of unstable ground. A new alternate route now runs past Amazon Creek.
By Erika Müller
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North Cascades: Wildfire Smoke May Affect Air Quality
Active fires across the region are filling the air with smoke at North Cascades, so here's how to adjust your outings and stay safe.
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Heat at Pinnacles: Why It's Hotter Than the Forecast Says
At Pinnacles, it's often hotter than the forecast, especially on the rock. Here's how to visit without getting cooked.
By Jocelyn Pion
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Guadalupe Mountains: Pine Springs Parking Lot Closed for Roadwork
The Pine Springs trailhead parking lot is closed for paving work, so park at the visitor center before you head out on the trail.
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Cuyahoga Valley: the Towpath Trail Gets a Makeover, Two Sections Closing in Phases
Construction is closing two stretches of Cuyahoga Valley's famous towpath one at a time, and here's what that means for your visit.
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Yellowstone: One-Lane Traffic and Delays at the Gardner River High Bridge
Single-lane traffic and waits of up to 15 minutes at Yellowstone's Gardner River High Bridge, and what it means for your visit.
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Yellowstone: How Far to Stay From Wildlife
At Yellowstone, bears, bison and wolves are unpredictable wildlife. Here are the safety distances and what to know about bear spray.
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Yellowstone: Fishing Reopens on Most Rivers
After closures in late July because the water was too warm, most Yellowstone rivers reopened to fishing on August 12. Three remain closed.
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Grand Teton: Death Canyon Trailhead Closed, Here’s Where to Go Instead
Death Canyon Road and Trailhead are closed for construction at Grand Teton. Here are the other southern trailheads to use.