National Register of Historic Places, a program of the National Park Service| www.nps.gov
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, and monuments commemorating the resolve of the Revolutionary War generation and honoring the power of people to pull together, overcome adversity, and find renewal through transformation.| www.nps.gov
People first arrived in the Chesapeake Bay during the last ice age. As glaciers melted, diverse societies learned to thrive in a world of water. When Englishman Captain John Smith explored the Bay in 1608, he documented hundreds of American Indian communities. Today, sites on his map are archeological treasures and sacred sites for tribal citizens. Come join us on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay!| www.nps.gov
U.S. Highway 66 -- popularly known as Route 66 or the Mother Road -- holds an elevated place in American consciousness and tells diverse stories of a mobile nation on the road. Discover this shared heritage through historic places you can still experience today, which are reminders of our past and the influence the automobile has had on our lives and nation today. | www.nps.gov
A rocky trail winds through endemic naupaka along the coast. NPS| www.nps.gov
visitor centers| www.nps.gov
dena shoulder season page| www.nps.gov
Note: Ranger programs in Denali are mainly offered in the summer, from mid-May through mid-September. Some weekend ranger walks and special programs are available in fall, winter, or spring—check our event calendar to see if anything is scheduled for when you plan to visit.| www.nps.gov
The calendar below advertises scheduled, specific events occurring in the park. These are generally ranger programs and other special events.| www.nps.gov
April 2025 Update: The construction crews are back in the park for the 2025 season! In late March, they plowed snow and set up their housing areas in Igloo and Teklanika, and they plan to move into the camps full time by mid-April. By the end of the month, they will be on site at Pretty Rocks to resume steel erection of the bridge truss and to prep the ramps for the cranes that will be used to help launch the bridge later this summer. The first four bays of the bridge truss were completed at ...| www.nps.gov
Use this webcam to help time your South Rim arrival and to check winter road conditions. During spring break, summer, and fall weekends, there can be long lines with up to two hour wait times between 10 am and 4 pm. This view refreshes every minute.| www.nps.gov
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$20 per person. Non-commercial vehicles with a capacity of 16 or greater. Fees will not exceed the commercial fee for the same-sized vehicle. Youth 15 and under are free. Individuals or families with any valid Annual or Lifetime pass may use their pass for entry at the per person rate. Pass and photo ID must be present upon entry.| www.nps.gov
You can apply for a permit before your trip. You will get to pick seven ranked days and times or windows of days and times you want to hike.| www.nps.gov
View of the Zion Human History Museum from the front. | www.nps.gov
Valley garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis fitchi), a subspecies of the common garter snake. Gary Nafis, californiaherps.com CC BY-NC-ND 3.0.| www.nps.gov
Now, gentlemen, your Black Republicans have cheered every one of those propositions, ("good and cheers, ") and yet I venture to say that you cannot get Mr. Lincoln to come out and say that he is now in favor of each one of them. (Laughter and applause. "Hit him again.) That these propositions, one and all, constitute the platform of the Black Republican party of this day, I have no doubt; ("good") and when you were not aware for what purpose I was reading them, your Black Republicans cheered ...| www.nps.gov
Fort McHenry is the first site to receive a presidential proclimation requiring that the site fly a flag 24/7, 365 days a year. Join park staff in the mornings or evenings as we change out our flags for the day and learn about the flag's significance to the park's history. Flag change programs occure daily. In the mornings the park raises a larger replica of a historic flag and in the evenings an overnight all-weather flag is raised over the fort. | www.nps.gov
Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.| www.nps.gov
The Challenge of Understanding Northern Yellowstone Elk Dynamics after Wolf Reintroduction| www.nps.gov
The America the Beautiful – The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Series includes different options of interagency passes that provide access to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas across the United States. Participating agencies include the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, US Fish and Wildlife Service, US Forest Service, and US Army Corps of Engineers. Most interagency passes are available through the USGS Online Store. Use the ...| www.nps.gov
Valid through September 30, 2026| www.nps.gov
Commercial Services Program, concessions, great outdoors| www.nps.gov
Although the house was demolished in 1832, the foundations still remain visible in this unique exhibit focusing on the contradiction of liberty and enslavement in the new nation. NPS photo.| www.nps.gov
Plan your visit in the Independence Visitor Center. Ask our knowledgeable park rangers about Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell Center, and other sites. City concierge staff will gladly assist you with information about lodgings and restaurants. NPS photo| www.nps.gov
Welcome! The National Park Service strives to make the parks as universally accessible as possible. Here at Independence, park buildings, programs, films and exhibits are accessible through a variety of means, including ramps, open captioning and assistive listening devices. Service animals are permitted in all park buildings.| www.nps.gov
The West Wing of Independence Hall contains original printed 18th century documents as well as the inkstand most likely used to sign the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. NPS photo| www.nps.gov
Gaze into the Supreme Court chamber and imagine the arguments that took place here in the 1790s over issues still familiar today, like state's rights. NPS photo| www.nps.gov
How to Obtain Independence Hall Tickets| www.nps.gov
Communication| www.nps.gov
Independence Hall is the birthplace of America. The Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed inside this building. The legacy of the nation's founding documents - universal principles of freedom and democracy - has influenced lawmakers around the world and distinguished Independence Hall as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.| www.nps.gov
NPS Form 10-1750 (Rev. 04/2021)| www.nps.gov
Alaska’s Matanuska Colony reminds us of another time in our history, during the Great Depression, when our nation struggled to get back on its feet. For many rural Americans, the federal government’s New Deal Recovery programs sought to provide relief by establishing agricultural resettlement communities. Alaska’s Matanuska Valley became home to one such farming community in 1935 when, amidst a flurry of construction, new residents started arriving from the upper mid-west. Several decad...| www.nps.gov
Service animals are welcomed in all public areas of Great Basin National Park. This includes all visitor centers, campgrounds, park trails, and Lehman Caves. Interface between service animals and wildlife is possible, so precautions should be taken to ensure a safe visit.| www.nps.gov
The park event calendar will have all ranger led tours, evening programs, guided hikes, picnic talks, special events, astronomy programs, and any other event open to the public during the year. Check back regularly as it is updated.| www.nps.gov
Brief tours of the first room of the cave, the Gothic Palace, are available for those unable to negotiate the stairs and narrow passageways of the tour route. Participants join the tour into the first room of the tour route, and are escorted out of the cave by a ranger. Another friend or family member must be available to assist visitors in non-motorized wheelchairs.| www.nps.gov
Welcome to the Virtual Tour of Lehman Caves| www.nps.gov
A pool with many speleothems in Lehman Caves NPS/Gretchen Baker| www.nps.gov
Know the Rules Before You Visit| www.nps.gov
Great Basin National Park may schedule after-hour cave tours to take photographers into Lehman Caves for filming or photography activities. A Special Use Permit is required, and must be approved before activities can commence. The permit applies only in the cave. Filming, photography, and audio recording in other areas of the park may require a Filming Permit.| www.nps.gov
We are glad that you have decided to visit Great Basin National Park! As guardians of your park, we want to make sure that you and your students enjoy your visit and have a successful, educational experience.| www.nps.gov
White-nose syndrome (WNS) is a fungal disease killing hibernating bats in North America. The fungus, named Pseudogymnoascus destructans (or Pd for short) likely originated in Europe or Asia. Sometime in the early 2000's Pd arrived in North America and attacked vulnerable bat species, resulting in unusual and large die-offs of bats first observed in New York in 2006. Since then, the disease has spread to most US states and Canadian provinces, leaving millions of dead bats in its path. W...| www.nps.gov
Standard Entrance Pass| www.nps.gov
The Antiquities Act of 1906 established the foundation for preserving and protecting the nation's archeological heritage. Presidents have used the authority of the Antiquities Act almost 300 times to protect archeological sites, historic landmarks, historic and prehistoric structures, and other objects of historic or scientific interest already on Federal lands. Congress has since enlarged the original boundaries of many presidentially-proclaimed national monuments or changed their park des...| www.nps.gov
Go beyond Virgin Islands National Park's stunning white-sand beaches. Hike to historic plantation sites to learn about a challenging past when sugar and enslaved labor dominated life on the island. Visit the Indigenous Taino's ancient petroglyphs. Snorkel coral reefs to discover hidden marine life. Two-thirds of the island of St. John is national park, making it a unique destination for visitors.| www.nps.gov
From the 13,063-foot summit of Wheeler Peak to the sagebrush-covered foothills, Great Basin National Park hosts a sample of the incredible diversity of the larger Great Basin region. Come and partake of the solitude of the wilderness, walk among ancient bristlecone pines, bask in the darkest of night skies, and explore mysterious subterranean passages. There's a lot more than just desert here.| www.nps.gov
Pets are family for many, but please remember that not all visitors may feel this way. Additionally, wildlife view pets as either predators or prey. Please follow the pet rules to ensure an enjoyable experience for all. Smokies Life Graphic/Emma Oxford| www.nps.gov
The Civilian Conservation Corps| www.nps.gov
Profile in Preservation| www.nps.gov
Enjoy a riverside stroll approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) roundtrip on one of the only pet- and bike-friendly trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.| www.nps.gov
Overview| www.nps.gov
Will YOU Be Responsible For An Animal's Death?| www.nps.gov
visitor centers| www.nps.gov
You are responsible for your own safety! Travel in Great Smoky Mountains backcountry areas has inherent risks and hikers assume complete responsibility for their own safety. Rescue is not a certainty!| www.nps.gov
campground regulations| www.nps.gov
Research Partner Profile from 2009| www.nps.gov
On March 1, 1872, Yellowstone became the first national park for all to enjoy the unique hydrothermal and geologic features. Within Yellowstone's 2.2 million acres, visitors have unparalleled opportunities to observe wildlife in an intact ecosystem, explore geothermal areas that contain about half the world’s active geysers, and view geologic wonders like the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River.| www.nps.gov
Boating is allowed on most of Yellowstone Lake and on Lewis Lake.| www.nps.gov
Yellowstone has a designated backcountry campsite system and a Backcountry Use Permit is required for overnight stays.| www.nps.gov
Bear management in Yellowstone National Park| www.nps.gov
The map offers a quick snapshot of current trail and campsite status. Below the map is more detailed information regarding the condition of the trail, further descriptions of trail closures, warnings, and known hazards. Please make sure to review both the backcountry conditions map and the Area Conditions Detail Section of this page| www.nps.gov
Yellowstone National Park covers nearly 3,500 square miles in the northwest corner of Wyoming (3% of the park is in Montana and 1% is in Idaho).| www.nps.gov
Current weather, road, stream, news in Yellowstone National Park.| www.nps.gov
A variety of webcams provide live views throughout Yellowstone.| www.nps.gov
infrastructure, transportation, strategic priorities| www.nps.gov
Grand Teton National Park covers nearly 310,000 acres of mountains, lakes, and plains including the major peaks of the Teton Range and the northern half of the valley of Jackson Hole. Grand Teton is open all year, though some areas of the park are inaccessible by car from approximately November through May due to seasonal winter closures.| www.nps.gov
Built in 2005, the Denali Visitor Center and its surrounding "campus" are worth a stop, either at the beginning or end of your trip.| www.nps.gov
The visitor facilities at Mount Rushmore National Memorial are open all year, seven days a week, with the exception of December 25th. On December 25th, weather permitting, the parking structure and grounds remain open, but all buildings are closed.| www.nps.gov
While no commercial horse rental or day rides are available in the park, Badlands offers horse owners a chance to explore the Badlands Wilderness Area, consisting of 64,000 acres of eroded spires and mixed-grass prairie, or other areas of the park via horseback. Horseback riding is allowed in any area of the park outside of marked trails, roads, highways, and developed areas. Since there are no designated horse trails, topographic maps are useful for exploring the badlands and can be purchase...| www.nps.gov
Today, the Museum of African American History operates the Abiel Smith School. NPS Photo/Matt Teuten| www.nps.gov
The following article was originally published on Smith Court Stories, a digital classroom for teachers and students. Please visit the digital classroom for more articles about Activism at Smith Court.| www.nps.gov
The following article was originally published on Smith Court Stories, a digital classroom for teachers and students. Please visit the digital classroom for more articles about Education at Smith Court.| www.nps.gov
Primus Hall| www.nps.gov
Washington| www.nps.gov
Daytime Activities| www.nps.gov
The video player supports keyboard control through a set of keyboard shortcuts. This allows your viewers to be able to have effortless and accessible video experience with just the keyboard. With just a few keystrokes, you can tab to the a video player on the page and then use the provided shortcuts to begin playback. The player keyboard shortcuts are active when you tab into the player or after you have clicked into it. To disable the shortcuts, just tab or click outside of the player.| www.nps.gov
Photo by Joe Philipson, Friends of Acadia| www.nps.gov
Nathaniel Moreno, NPS Collection| www.nps.gov
Hiking, Maps, Walking, Trails| www.nps.gov
100-vehicle parking lot including bus & RV parking spaces.| www.nps.gov
NPS Collection| www.nps.gov
Crosswalk sign on West Mountain NPS Photo/Mitch Smith| www.nps.gov
Bathhouse Row is a place to stroll and enjoy the beautiful architecture of the bathhouse buildings. NPS photo/Mitch Smith| www.nps.gov
Riding the Towpath Trail. NPS / DJR| www.nps.gov
Length (miles)| www.nps.gov
Courtesy of Rocky Mountain Conservancy| www.nps.gov
The Perdido Key area features multiple beach access crossovers, a small boat launch, day-use pavilions with restrooms, an accessible boardwalk nature trail, and a multi-use path. All facilities such as restrooms, pavilions, grills, and more, are located in the Rosamond Johnson area directly after passing through the entrance station. An entrance fee is required for this area. There is no roadside parking or RV parking throughout the area.| www.nps.gov
Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903. With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever.| www.nps.gov
Visitor Center and Bookstore are Open| www.nps.gov
Junior Rangers and their families get to explore the sights, sounds, and scents of nature, experiencing the wildlife, plants, rocks, and history that make each park unique. NPS/ Brady Richards| www.nps.gov
A Trip Plan is a written plan that captures important details about your travel itinerary and plans while visiting a national park or any outdoor wilderness area. A Trip plan can be shared with Search and Rescue authorities to help them locate you if you don’t return at the end of your activity (e.g. hike) when expected.| www.nps.gov
Click the image to download the NPS Outdoor Emergency Plan | www.nps.gov
Heading out to a national park? Make sure you pack the 10 Essentials! | www.nps.gov
