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Photos of milepost 2.1 on Emigrant Canyon Road. FHWA engineers conducting an assessment after the flood (left). Temporary repairs completed (right). NPS/Abby Wines

Death Valley National Park reopens 195 miles of roads

Emigrant Canyon, West Side, Ibex, Saratoga, Owlshead & more The National Park Service (NPS) recently reopened 195 miles of roads in Death Valley National Park. Emigrant Canyon, West Side, Ibex, Saratoga, and Owlshead Roads had been closed since they were damaged by flash floods caused by the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. Contractors managed by Federal Highway […]

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Spring is the busiest time of year in Big Bend and park visitors should be prepared for limited parking, full campgrounds and lodging. NPS / C. Negele

Big Bend National Park – Crowds expected during Spring Break.

Spring in the Chihuahuan Desert lures many visitors to remote West Texas, especially during the months of March and April. As travelers seek solace from educational routines, and escape wintry conditions, the park experiences significant increases in visitation. Big Bend is already experiencing record visitation and those who anticipate spending spring break 2024 in the

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brown trout Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

Brown Trout Spring Bonanza March 1 through April 7, 2024

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, in partnership with Glen Canyon Conservancy, is pleased to announce we are extending the Brown Trout Incentivized Harvest program. The program is expected to continue at least through this calendar year. The Brown Trout Incentivized Harvest program was begun so anglers could help manage and reduce the number of invasive

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The road to the dunes is lined with parked cars and visitors walking in the road on a crowded early summer weekend. The tall dunes are in the background with hundreds of visitors on their slopes. NPS

Public Input Sought on Planning – Great San Dunes National Park

Virtual public meeting Feb. 28; in-person public meetings on March 13 and 14; 30-day public comment period begins Feb. 28, 2024  The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public feedback on initial proposed ideas for Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve’s Transportation and Transit Planning effort. Staff will share the park’s transportation improvement concept at public meetings and gather public

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A NPS employee uses a loader to clear flood debris off Badwater Road. NPS/Giovanna Ponce

Atmospheric river deals temporary setback in Death Valley’s road repairs

An atmospheric river caused a temporary setback in Death Valley National Park’s ongoing recovery from Hurricane Hilary. Most of the park’s primary roads have reopened. The rain enhanced the scenic temporary lake at Badwater Basin. Death Valley is the driest place in North America, typically receiving about 2 inches of rain per year. The official

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Bullfrog Marina houseboat fire response, October 26, 2023. NPS

Lake Powell Bullfrog Houseboat Fire Investigation Complete

The National Park Service Structural Fire Investigators have completed their review of the Bullfrog Marina fire that occurred on October 26, 2023. The point of origin was identified by the investigation team and the source of the fire was undetermined and accidental in nature. The investigation was supported with the cooperation of eye-witness photos and

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