Author name: DUSA Staff

 The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and the Department of the Interior’s National Park Service (NPS) are seeking public input on proposed guidance that would guide agency personnel in managing climbing opportunities on national forests, grasslands and parks. The public is invited to provide input on both agencies’ guidance through Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024.  Climbing …

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he National Park Service is announcing modified closures to support the Transcanyon Waterline construction project.  New closure areas include:   The following closures remain unchanged: The construction areas and schedule are subject to change and visitors are encouraged to check the park’s website for the current operational status. Intermittent trail delays of up to 30 minutes in the …

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The seasons are changing in Zion National Park! Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules and campground availability to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit as we get closer to winter:  Fall shuttle hours November 5-26, 2023 Zion Canyon Line Shuttle Schedule  Springdale Line Shuttle Schedule  …

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Enjoy a magical evening celebrating holiday traditions among the historic remnants of Abó at Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. Sponsored by the Friends of Salinas Pueblo Missions, Luminaria de Abó is scheduled for December 2, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM when more than 1,000 traditional luminarias will set the landscape aglow. In the unlikely …

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The National Park Service (NPS) will reopen Mud Canyon Road and Daylight Pass on November 1, 2023. Daylight Pass connects Death Valley National Park to NV-374 and Beatty, NV. Only emergency repairs have been completed, so drivers need to use caution. Death Valley National Park endured severe flash floods on August 20. The remnants of …

Beatty entrance to reopen Nov. 1 – Death Valley National Park Read More »

Swiss travelers braked suddenly to avoid hitting a tarantula crossing CA-190 east of Towne Pass in Death Valley National Park on the afternoon of October 28. A 24-year-old Canadian man on a motorcycle then crashed into the back of the Swiss couple’s rented camper van. A National Park Service (NPS) ambulance transported the motorcyclist to …

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In celebrating the service of U.S. military veterans, California State Parks is offering free admission to 144 select state parks on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.  “State Parks recognizes the many sacrifices members of our nation’s military and their families have made and continue to make in the service of their country,” said California …

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Along with cooler temperatures and changing colors, autumn also brings annual changes to services and operations at Bryce Canyon National Park. Park Facilities and ProgramsBryce Canyon remains open every day, year-round. The Visitor Center is currently open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and will transition to winter hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. …

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Informed by two years of pilot timed entry, Arches National Park is seeking public feedback about visitor experiences and long-term strategies for visitor access. From now through December 1, 2023, the public is invited to share their comments. Input received from this process will be used to inform strategies for the future. Visitation to Arches …

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