Budget cuts impact national parks

National Parks at Escalated Wildfire Risk, Thanks to DOGE Cuts
Federal workers help maintain millions of acres of protected land — and with climate change intensifying burns, conditions are ripe for disaster.
Budget cuts impact national parks: What visitors need to know
Outwander reports that 1,000 probationary employees recently were laid off by the National Park Service and there were an additional 700 resignations as part of federal workforce reductions under the Trump administration,
The 15 least visited US national parks
Timed entry, long lines of cars at the gates and trails crowded with people angling for the best photos ops. Visitors aren’t likely to find any such hurdles at the least visited of the United States’ national parks.
National parks break visitation record for the first time in nearly a decade
At more than 12 million visits, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was the most visited national park in the country. It was followed by Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park and Yosemite, which all recorded between 4 million and 5 million visitors.
National Parks Had a Record Year. Trump Officials Appear to Want It Kept Quiet.
As the administration fires rangers and other workers, an internal memo is directing the National Park Service not to publicize visitors numbers.
National parks saw record number of visits in 2024, but reported memo says not to publicize
According to data published on the National Park Service website, there were 6.36 million more visits in 2024 than there were in 2023, with 28 parks setting new visitation records. Now, the National Park Service is directing employees not to share those numbers with the public unless they’re asked, The New York Times reports.
Curious How Trump’s Cost Cutting Could Affect Your National Park Visit? You Might Not Get a Straight Answer.
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Private groups look to reduce impacts of cuts to National Park Service
Lauren Toms reports on the Bay Area nonprofits fighting to minimize the damage caused by the Trump administration's push to make cuts in National Parks Service staffing.
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The Best National Parks To Visit In March And All Of Spring
If you want to beat the crowds and heat of summer, March may just be the best time to pack up and make a trip to a national ...
National parks saw a record number of visitors in 2024. How many people visited in Wisconsin?
That's an increase of 6.36 million recreation visits, or 2%, from 2023. The previous record was set in 2016 with slightly ...
National parks, monuments and attractions that may be closed during a government shutdown
The possibility of a government shutdown means many federally funded national parks, monuments and attractions might be closed until the government reopens.
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Enjoy a snow day at Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks before it melts away
Looking to get away? There is a snow play area in Sequoia National Park and two in Kings Canyon National Park.
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Condor Released In Redwood National And State Parks Likely Died From Lead Poisoning
A young condor released into Redwood National and State Parks in 2023 has been found dead, with lead poisoning being the likely cause of death.
These national parks saw record attendance in 2024, but they may not tell you about it
The National Park Service has reportedly been instructed not to draw attention to the record attendance amid staffing cuts ...
6 Google Maps Features To Make Your Next National Parks Trip Painless
Visiting our U.S. National Parks is a must for every nature and adventure lover — a journey through breathtaking landscapes ...
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Case Of Creek-Side House Built In Glacier National Park Appealed To 9th Circuit
The future of a partially completed home built next to a creek in Glacier National Park in Montana remains uncertain, as a ...