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DEATH VALLEY, CA – The landscape, historic buildings, utilities and road at Scotty’s Castle were heavily damaged by an extreme flash flood event in late 2015. The National Park Service is seeking public comment on a proposed project to reconstruct Bonnie Clare Road, which was destroyed by the flood and is still closed to the […]

Rockfall Closes River Trail between Pipe Creek and Silver Bridge – The Colorado River Trail between Pipe Creek and the Silver Bridge is closed due to impassable rockfall. Hikers to Phantom Ranch and BA Campground should use South Kaibab Trail. Grand Canyon, AZ – On Monday, March 27, Grand Canyon National Park will begin daily

Montezuma Well has reestablished their traditional use garden and is looking for a few regular volunteers to help keep it maintained on a weekly basis. Volunteer opportunities are not limited to individuals. Groups are also encouraged to participate. Getting your hands dirty with fellow co-workers is a great team building exercise. Educational programs will be

The man who attacked a National Park Service employee in Chiricahua National Monument has been found guilty. Gil Gaxiola, age 33, was recently convicted of Attempted First Degree Murder, Armed Robbery, three counts of Aggravated Assault, Kidnapping, and motor vehicle theft.

BOULDER CITY, Nevada – Two adult males died after a motorcycle accident on Northshore Road within Lake Mead National Recreation Area. At 12:59 p.m., the Lake Mead Interagency Communication Center received a report of a motor vehicle accident involving two motorcycles around mile marker 30 on Northshore Road. The National Park Service, Nevada Highway Patrol

Saguaro National Park is offering a variety of walks and talks this spring that explore the park’s wonderful natural and cultural histories. Program listings also are available on the park’s website, www.nps.gov/sagu, or visit us on Facebook. Interpretive programs are free, but park entrance fees apply. Program schedules are subject to change; visitors should call

California Department of Parks and Recreation encourages visitors exploring state parks during the wildflower season to properly plan and prepare for their trips. View the official news release here. Source:: Thousands Visit California State Parks for Wildflower Season       

Mesa Verde National Park invites you to join Park Ecologist, Tova Spector, on an “End of Winter Wildflower Walk” on Friday, March 24, beginning at 10 a.m. The guided hike is free, but advance sign-up is required. This hike is recommended for participants 12 years old and up.

The 2017 Mesa Verde National Park Artists in Residence (AIR) have been selected. Each artist will offer a free public program in the park during their residency. Watch the park’s 2017 Artists in Residence web page for details on date, time and place of public programs closer to the time of the residency noted below.