Although the North Cascades are their historic home, grizzly bears haven’t been seen in the region since the mid-1990s. Now, however, these magnificent animals are set to return to their … The post Grizzly Bears Are Officially Returning to the North Cascades, Agencies Announce appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host the annual synchronous firefly viewing opportunity at Elkmont from Monday, June 3 through Monday, June 10. 2024 Great Smoky Mountains Synchronous Firefly Lottery Dates The … The post Great Smoky Mountains National Park Announces 2024 Synchronous Firefly Viewing Lottery Dates appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

Occupying much of the Olympic Peninsula in northwestern Washington State, Olympic National Park protects a wide variety of ecosystems, from alpine meadows and lakes to rugged coastlines and verdant rain … The post Exploring the Temperate Rain Forests of Olympic National Park appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

Many amazing national parks wildlife conservation success stories involve some of America’s most iconic animals. This includes bald eagles, turkeys and alligators, wolves and bison. All came dangerously close to extinction, only to be saved by open spaces, wildlife management and, simply put, opportunity for survival in the national parks. The post 10 Amazing Wildlife Conservation Success Stories in the National Parks appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

There are many things that distinguish Haleakala from all other U.S. national parks, including the enormous size of the Haleakala Volcano. In this post, you'll find the top things to do at Haleakala National Park, from sunrise watching to stargazing to bird viewing. Hiking and swimming are popular activities as well. The post 11 Amazing Things to Do in Haleakalā National Park appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

In a statement, the National Park Service (NPS) said it “looks forward to welcoming visitors to Acadia National Park this season!” This officially kicks off the tourist season in New England’s only … The post Park Loop Road in Acadia National Park Will Open on April 15 appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

This news story about the closure of the Scenic Drive in Capitol Reef National Park is based on an April 12, 2024, National Park Service press release. You can read … The post Capitol Reef National Park’s Scenic Drive Will Close on April 29 For Construction appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

National Park Week takes place in late-April every year, and this year is no different. It’s a nine-day celebration of all things national parks, conservation, innovation, and people—a week filled … The post Celebrate National Parks During National Park Week, April 20 Through 28 appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

Virgin Islands National Park encompasses a large part of the island of St. John, one of the three main U.S. Virgin Islands, which is dotted with numerous fascinating historic sites … The post 7 Fascinating Historic Ruins in Virgin Islands National Park appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more

This news story about the first grizzly sighting in Yellowstone of 2024 is based on a March 13, 2024, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release … The post Skiers See the First Grizzly Bear of 2024 in Yellowstone National Park appeared first on The National Parks Experience ..read more