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Park visitors asked to take extra precautions in light of possible rabies cases at Saguaro National Park

Reports of deceased animals and strange wildlife behavior has Saguaro National Park concerned that rabies may be a possible cause. The park urges visitors who have physical contact with an animal to notify park staff and seek medical attention immediately.   Park staff recently discovered several deceased foxes and have received reports of abnormal animal behavior in foxes and […]

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Kelso Cima Road, Mojave National Preserve. Photo NPS.

Mojave National Preserve invites public input on the Kelso-Cima and South Kelbaker Roads Rehabilitation project

The Mojave National Preserve is requesting public input on the Kelso-Cima and South Kelbaker Roads Rehabilitation project The Mojave National Preserve is requesting public input on the Kelso-Cima and South Kelbaker Roads Rehabilitation project. The National Park Service is proposing to rehabilitate Kelso Cima Road and South Kelbaker Road in the Preserve. Rehabilitation of the

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Several off-road drivers stuck, then cited in Death Valley National Park

Three vehicles illegally drove off road and got stuck in Death Valley National Park recently. The vehicles needed to be towed and the drivers were cited with mandatory court appearances. “Vehicles driving off roads can damage fragile ecosystems and damage archeological sites” said Superintendent Mike Reynolds. “They also impact the experience of other park visitors.

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Black Rock Art Gallery Opening of Metamorphic Modern

Joshua Tree National Park management is pleased to announce a new art exhibition by Joshua Tree-based artist Marcia Geiger. Metamorphic Modern is an exhibition of paintings that range from vehicles and abandoned buildings in the desert environment to the rich flora and fauna of the region. As urban sprawl envelops fragile desert habitats, and historic artifacts

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Visitors view wildlife on Pa’rus Trail, December 20, 2023. NPS Image / Jonathan Shafer

Shuttle bus service begins December 22 and ends December 31 at Zion National Park

Zion National Park welcomes visitors for the 2023 holiday season Happy holidays! If you’re planning to spend part of this festive season in Zion National Park, here’s what you need to know before your visit.   Shuttle service resumes Friday, December 22, 2023 through Sunday, December 31, 2023   In December, if there are more people in line

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Additional areas of Death Valley National Park opening 12-23-23

Additional areas of Death Valley National Park opening 12/23: North Highway, Ubehebe Crater, and The Racetrack On Saturday, Death Valley National Park will reopen 95 miles of flood-damaged roads. Pockets of wildflowers and cool temperatures make this an ideal time to visit the park.  It’s an ideal time to visit Death Valley National Park, according

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