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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.
Yosemite: Dome Fire Still Active in the North of the Park
The Dome Fire stayed active overnight on September 18, 2026, in Yosemite, with moderate activity to the north and northwest.
Yosemite By Jocelyn Pion
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail Closes One Day for Maintenance in Late September
The Roaring Fork loop closes September 24 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for mowing and maintenance work. Here's what to know.
Great Smoky Mountains By David Sanchez
Black Canyon: Fire Restrictions Lifted Starting September 18, 2026
After heavy rains, the Stage 1 fire restriction order is lifted at Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curecanti.
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison By David Sanchez
Capitol Reef: The Scenic Drive Goes to Bikes on Two September Saturdays
On Saturdays, September 19 and 26, 2026, Capitol Reef's Scenic Drive closes to cars until 3 pm for cyclists and walkers, while Highway 24 stays open.
Capitol Reef By Jocelyn Pion
Grand Canyon: A Second Flash Flood Hits Bright Angel Canyon
On September 17, 2026, another flash flood damaged the park's temporary water infrastructure, still being rebuilt after the August flood.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
Denali: Park Road Opens to Private Vehicles as Far as Teklanika on Sept. 18
Starting September 18, 2026, you can drive your own vehicle to mile 30 of the Denali Park Road, weather permitting.
Denali By Erika Müller
Grand Canyon: Highway 67 to the North Rim Closed by Flooding
Highway 67, the only road to the Grand Canyon's North Rim, is closed until further notice after flooding left debris across the roadway.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
New River Gorge: Paving Work Disrupts Access to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center
A paving project on Route 19 periodically closes the entrance to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center. Here's the detour to take when it does.
New River Gorge By David Sanchez
Yosemite: Dome Fire burns near Wawona, a few trails closed
An active wildfire northeast of Wawona is closing some trails and sending smoke across parts of Yosemite, and here's what it means for your visit.
Yosemite By Jocelyn Pion
Death Valley: Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground Closed After a Fire
A fire on September 15, 2026 temporarily closed Saline Valley Warm Springs Campground, in a remote corner of Death Valley. No reopening date yet.
Death Valley By Jocelyn Pion
Yellowstone: A Section of the West Thumb Boardwalk Closed for Repairs
The path to Fishing Cone and Lakeshore Geyser is closed at West Thumb while crews repair the lakeshore support structures.
Yellowstone By Victoria Boissonade
Zion: Road Construction Underway on the Zion Mount Carmel Highway
Road construction is underway on the Zion Mount Carmel Highway, with possible slowdowns and closures. Here's what it means for your visit.
Zion By Jocelyn Pion
Death Valley: Extra Caution for Truckers on State Route 190
Since September 15, 2026, the park is urging truck drivers to use caution on the long descent from Towne Pass along SR-190.
Death Valley By Jocelyn Pion
Denali: Active Bears Close or Restrict Campgrounds Until Further Notice
At Denali, bear activity has closed Igloo Campground, restricted Teklanika to hard-sided vehicles, and shut down two backcountry units.
Denali By Erika Müller
Glacier: Going-to-the-Sun Road Closed on Its Alpine Section
Glacier's scenic road is currently closed between Avalanche and Jackson Glacier Overlook because of winter conditions.
Glacier By Victoria Boissonade
Black Canyon of the Gunnison: East Portal Road Closed Until Further Notice
East Portal Road in Black Canyon of the Gunnison is currently closed because of unstable weather. Here's what you need to know before you go.
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison By David Sanchez
Kenai Fjords: Aialik Glacier's terminus closed to visitors over falling ice
At Aialik Glacier, the ice-fall zone is now closed to visitors, and here's what that means for your trip to Kenai Fjords.
Kenai Fjords By Erika Müller
Cuyahoga Valley: A River Access Area Closes for a Sturgeon Release
At Cuyahoga Valley, the river access near the Boston Store closes for one morning during a public sturgeon release.
Cuyahoga Valley By David Sanchez
Dry Tortugas: Fort Jefferson Briefly Closed September 15 for a Helicopter Operation
On September 15, a helicopter operation closes Fort Jefferson for about an hour sometime between 7 and 11 a.m. Here's what it means for your visit.
Dry Tortugas By David Sanchez
Wind Cave: Guided Cave Tours Suspended After Phone System Outage
An emergency phone system outage has put all guided tours of Wind Cave on hold until service is restored.
Wind Cave By Victoria Boissonade
Capitol Reef Hands the Scenic Drive Back to Cyclists on Two September Sundays
On September 19 and 26, Capitol Reef closes its Scenic Drive to cars until 3 p.m. and reserves it for cyclists, walkers, and runners.
Capitol Reef By Jocelyn Pion
Glacier: Logan Pass Parking Returns to First-Come, First-Served for the Season's End
As of September 8, 2026, there's no more shuttle or time limit at the Logan Pass lot. Here's what that changes for your visit.
Glacier By Victoria Boissonade
Indiana Dunes: West Beach Road Closed for Construction, Plan a Detour
The main road to West Beach is closed for railroad-crossing construction, so here's the detour to know before you head over.
Indiana Dunes By David Sanchez
Guadalupe Mountains: McKittrick Canyon Closed by Wildland Fire
A wildland fire has forced the temporary closure of McKittrick Canyon and its backcountry campgrounds at Guadalupe Mountains. Here's what to plan around.
Guadalupe Mountains By David Sanchez
Rocky Mountain: Glacier Gorge Parking and Trailhead Closed in Late September
Glacier Gorge has two closure windows, Sept. 28 to Oct. 1 and again Oct. 5 to 8, so plan your parking ahead of time.
Rocky Mountain By Jocelyn Pion
Olympic Road Closures Will Disrupt Access to Popular Areas This Fall
A series of road closures affects access to Olympic's busiest areas in September and October 2026, so check your itinerary before you go.
Olympic By Victoria Boissonade
Badlands: Notch Trail Closed for Ladder Repairs
The Notch Trail and the area right around it are closed while crews repair the trail's ladder, which has become unsafe for hikers.
Badlands By Victoria Boissonade
Glacier: Going-to-the-Sun Road Closed at Higher Elevations After Heavy Rain
Since September 6, 2026, the alpine stretch of Going-to-the-Sun Road is closed between Avalanche and Jackson Glacier Overlook. Here's what it means for your trip.
Glacier By Victoria Boissonade
Crater Lake: Icy Roads, Drive with Caution
Recent snow and icy patches are making Crater Lake's roads slick, especially morning and evening. Here's how to drive them with confidence.
Crater Lake By Victoria Boissonade
Grand Canyon: No Potable Water in the Inner Canyon, Pack Your Own Supply
The inner-canyon water stops along the Bright Angel Trail are dry, so plan your hike accordingly.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
Denali: Pretty Rocks Bridge Complete, West End of the Road Set to Reopen
The Pretty Rocks Bridge opened September 3, 2026, a major step toward reopening the western half of Denali Park Road, closed since 2021.
Denali By Erika Müller
Mammoth Cave: Green River Ferry Out of Service Due to Low Water
Green River Ferry service is suspended while the river stays too low. Here's what that changes as you plan your visit.
Mammoth Cave By David Sanchez
Indiana Dunes: Tolleston Dunes Trail Closed for Chainsaw Clearing
The Tolleston Dunes Trail is closed while crews clear the path, with reopening expected in the next one to two weeks.
Indiana Dunes By David Sanchez
Great Smoky Mountains: Kuwohi Road Closed Two Mornings in September
Kuwohi Road closes two mornings, September 10 and 15, for school programs. Here's what it means for your visit.
Great Smoky Mountains By David Sanchez
Channel Islands: Up to 80% of Torrey Pines at Risk After Record Fire
The park's largest fire on record could wipe out 60 to 80% of Santa Rosa Island's Torrey pines, according to an initial assessment.
Channel Islands By Jocelyn Pion
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes: Upper Kahuku Road Closed After the Storm
In the Kahuku Unit, the upper road stays closed, but the Visitor Contact Station and most trails have reopened.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes By Erika Müller
Grand Canyon: Inner Canyon Stays Closed After the August 29 Flash Flood
As of September 3, 2026, the bottom of the Grand Canyon stays closed after the August 29 flash flood that tore through Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
The Kahuku Unit Reopens at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes
Closed after Hurricane Lala swept through, the Kahuku Unit welcomes visitors again starting Thursday, September 3.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes By Erika Müller
Zion: Scenic Drive Closed to Walkers and Cyclists After a Flash Flood
At Zion, the Scenic Drive stays closed to walkers and cyclists during cleanup. The free shuttle picks up the slack.
Zion By Jocelyn Pion
Yosemite: Rabies Warning at Curry Village After a Bat Tests Positive
A bat found dead at Curry Village tested positive for rabies. Here's what it means for your visit.
Yosemite By Jocelyn Pion
Zion: The Watchman Trail Is Closed for Repairs Until Further Notice
Zion's Watchman Trail is currently closed for repairs. Here's what that means for your visit.
Zion By Jocelyn Pion
Grand Canyon: Deadly Flash Flood in Bright Angel Canyon, Search Ongoing
After the August 29 flash flood in Bright Angel Canyon, rescue teams are still searching, and here's what to know before you visit.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
Redwood: Geotechnical Drilling This Fall Near the DeMartin Trail
The DeMartin Trail and Campground stay open despite CalTrans work, with noise possible day and night at times.
Redwood By Victoria Boissonade
Bryce Canyon: Campfires Only Allowed in Established Fire Pits
At Bryce Canyon, you can only light a fire in an existing fire pit. Here's what that rule means for your visit.
Bryce Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
Zion: Mount Carmel Highway Closed to Traffic After a Rockfall
A rockfall has shut down Zion's scenic highway between the East Entrance and Canyon Junction. Here's what it means for your visit.
Zion By Jocelyn Pion
Saguaro: West Side Loop Drive Closed After Severe Storms
Storm debris has shut down the Loop Drive on Saguaro's west side. Here's what's still open and what you can still drive.
Saguaro By David Sanchez
Badlands: the Notch Trail Is Closed to Repair Its Ladder
The Notch Trail has been closed since August 31, 2026 while crews repair a ladder that had become dangerous for hikers.
Badlands By Victoria Boissonade
Grand Canyon: Flash Flood Closes Phantom Ranch and the North Kaibab Trail
A flash flood hit the bottom of the canyon on August 29, closing Phantom Ranch and the North Kaibab Trail while evacuations continue.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
Grand Canyon: Water Restrictions and South Rim Overnight Lodging Closures
After a flash flood, Grand Canyon is imposing water restrictions and closing its South Rim overnight lodging starting August 31.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
Crater Lake: Single-Lane Traffic on East Rim Drive on Certain Days
Road work has East Rim Drive down to one lane near Phantom Ship Overlook, with delays on two specific days from 7am to 5pm.
Crater Lake By Victoria Boissonade
Isle Royale Closes Campsites Over Wolf Activity
As of August 28, 2026, four Isle Royale campgrounds are banning tents, group camps, and hammocks because of wolf activity.
Isle Royale By David Sanchez
Grand Canyon: North Kaibab Trail and Phantom Ranch Closed After Flash Flooding
The North Kaibab Trail and the Phantom Ranch area are closed until further notice after flash flooding. Here's what to know before you go.
Grand Canyon By Jocelyn Pion
North Cascades: A Level 1 Fire Advisory Is in Effect for Stehekin
A wildfire is active near Stehekin. Some roads and areas are closed, but local businesses stay open outside the affected zone.
North Cascades By Victoria Boissonade
Isle Royale: Island Mine's Stream Is Nearly Dry, So Pack Your Own Water
The stream feeding Island Mine campground is running very low right now, so plan your water supply before you pitch a tent there.
Isle Royale By David Sanchez
Yellowstone: Afternoon Fishing Closures on Three Rivers
On the Madison, Firehole, and Gibbon, fishing is currently closed from midday to sunrise to protect the park's trout.
Yellowstone By Victoria Boissonade
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes Reopens Most of Its Access After the Storms
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has reopened most of its access after storm-related closures, now that the fire risk has dropped sharply.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes By Erika Müller
Voyageurs: Campfires Allowed Again Parkwide
As of August 24, 2026, campfire restrictions have been lifted across Voyageurs National Park.
Voyageurs By David Sanchez
Great Sand Dunes: What to Know About Fire Restrictions Before You Camp
Great Sand Dunes is under Stage 1 fire restrictions right now, and here's what that actually means for your overnight camp.
Great Sand Dunes By Jocelyn Pion
Great Smoky Mountains: Metcalf Bottoms Bridge Closed to Pedestrians
Metcalf Bottoms Bridge is closed to foot traffic due to damage, cutting off direct access to the trail from the picnic area.
Great Smoky Mountains By David Sanchez
Olympic: Lightning Fire North of Maiden Peak
A small wildfire is burning near a ridgeline north of Maiden Peak in Olympic National Park, with no closures or evacuations for now.
Olympic By Victoria Boissonade
