National Parks
California Park Closes After Mountain Lion Spotted Stalking Young Girl
The park in southern Orange County will remain closed until further notice.
Here's Why the Washington Monument Went Dark
Officials have revealed the reason why external lights went out at the obelisk in D.C. overnight on Sunday.
Washington Monument Goes Dark, Sparking Blackout Probe
Officials have launched an investigation after external lights went out at the obelisk, shrouding it in darkness overnight on Sunday.
Native American Man Tased by Park Ranger After Walking Off Trail
Darrell House, a Native American and Marine veteran, posted a video of the incident, which occurred while he was hiking at the Petroglyph National Monument in New Mexico, on his Instagram page.
Which National Park Are You Most Likely to Die Visiting?
Drowning was the leading cause of death.
'I'm 99, And the Oldest Park Ranger in America'
There's been so much in my life that has been unexpected. In 2015, I met President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama in Washington. And in 2018, I sang a song with the Oakland Symphony before a full house.
Grizzly Bear Kills Hunter at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in Alaska
An investigation into the attack is now underway, the National Park Service has said.
Aggressive Coyote Attacks Woman on Remote California Beach
The woman walked nearly two miles after being bitten in order to get to her car, before driving herself to a hospital.
Calif. Wildfires Destroy Over 60,000 Acres in 3 Parks, Big Basin 'Gone'
Big Basin Redwoods State Park, California's oldest, totals 18,000 acres, all of which are "gone" after the CZU August Lightning Complex fire ripped through it this week.
Americans Are Learning What Vets Already Know—Nature Helps You Heal
We've fought hard to find the right balance between protecting our public health and supporting the economy. Passing the Great American Outdoors Act addresses the need for both.
Everything to Know About The Lagoons in Brazil That Don't Even Seem Real
The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in northeastern Brazil is known for its dunes that fill up with rainwater during the wet seasons.
Fourth of July Fireworks at Mount Rushmore Will Return After 11 Year Hiatus
The event hadn't been held in over a decade over fears that the pyrotechnics might ignite the nearby forest.
Trump Is Threatening Landmark Environmental Law to Allow for Backroom Deals
The National Environmental Policy Act doesn't insist that the most environmentally friendly option be enacted. It simply establishes procedures that promote good decisions and transparency.
U.S. National Parks Under 'Deep and Immediate Threat' From Invasive Species
Invasive species are now a "huge" issue in national parks and the problem is "far, far worse now" than it was twenty years ago, researchers say.
Grand Canyon National Park Warns Against Icy Trails: 'Don't Risk It'
Last year, 17 people died at the site, with nine involving search and rescue teams.
Orville Wright Sculpture Stolen From National Memorial in North Carolina
A statue of Orville Wright has been stolen from a monument dedicated to the Wright Brothers in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina.
In National Parks, Trump's Wall Will be a Betrayal of Generations Unborn
The proposed route of the wall cuts across several national parks, blocking the path of hundreds of animal species and forever altering our cherished landscapes and ecosystems.
Melania Trump Links 'Be Best' With National Parks As Donald Faces Criticism
The first lady will meet with children and "encourage them to spend more time outdoors & learn about our amazing National Parks," her spokeswoman tweeted.
Alaska's 'Road to Ruin' Could Forever Change Pristine Landscape: Non-Profit
The non-profit says that the Ambler Mining Road would disrupt Western Arctic caribou migration, cross over hundreds of rivers and streams, and interfere with the subsistence lifestyles of rural Alaskans.
This Couple Visited All Sixty-One National Parks in Seven Months
Burned out, this couple hit the road on an epic road trip from Florida to the West Coast to Alaska and everything in between.
'Irresponsible': Cost of Donald Trump's July 4 Military Parade Criticized
"Funds should be directed to the agency's highest needs such as operation of the parks and the maintenance backlog and should not be directed to support political objectives," the organization said.
85 Percent of America's National Parks Have Unhealthy Air
A report found that 96 percent of 417 national parks have significant air pollution problems in at least one of four categories.
Road Trip: Go West for Real Adventure in Wyoming and Montana
Reconnect with nature in Montana and Wyoming on the ultimate Western Road Trip
The Adirondacks: Hiking America's Original Wilderness
The Adirondacks region is distinctive, and in some cases even certifiably unique - and there's no better way to experience it than strapping on your hiking boots and stepping out onto one of the thousands of trails.
Joshua Tree Lost Out on $1 Million Due to Gov Shutdown
The damage assessment is likely preliminary, as officials were still collecting evidence for a report that will be sent to the U.S. Department of Interior in the coming weeks.
Democrats Deliver Trash to White House
California Reps. Jackie Speier and Jared Huffman cleaned up trash to demonstrate the real world consequences of the government shutdown to President Donald Trump.
Muslim Youth Group Picks Up Trash During Shutdown
"Whether there's a government shutdown or not this is something that we just do," Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association spokesperson Salaam Bhatti said.
Yellowstone Bison Butts 72-Year-Old Woman
The visitor was treated for minor injuries and taken to hospital.
This Endangered Fish Spawned After Recent Earthquake
There are about 100 Devils Hole pupfish left, according to the most recent counts.
Trump Administration Threatens Parks and Monuments
First Bears Ears, now the Grand Canyon.