In the Pacific Northwest, Washington offers the most dramatic scenery. The best place to enjoy the outdoors is in a National ...

The number of mining claims on U.S. public lands is growing. A 27% increase since 2019 has brought the total to nearly a half-million. A new study showed many are in close proximity to, and could ...

(Related: Big Sky, brighter stars: Why Montana is 2025's ultimate stargazing destination.) Based in Alexandria, Virginia, Norie Quintos is a frequent contributor to National Geographic. Follow her ...

Zolnikov introduced House Bill 855, to create a new specialty license plate for Montana drivers. The funds would be allocated to a new Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks account that can ... large ...

National parks across the country are more popular than ever—in fact ... always let someone know where you’re going in case of an emergency, and download offline maps or keep a paper backup in the ...

Firings, buyouts and a lack of seasonal workers could mean jammed roads, closed campgrounds, limited hours and more. What you ...

Saturday, April 19, 2025, was the first day of National Park Week, an annual celebration of America’s 433 national parks ... over a million acres in Montana’s Rocky Mountains, Glacier National ...

communications director for Western Montana’s Glacier Country. So far, U.S. travelers haven’t seen major changes yet—national parks like the Smokies, Yellowstone, and the Grand Canyon ...

Beyond April 19, additional fee-free days are scheduled for later in the year, including June 19 (Juneteenth), August 4 ...

Looking for an unforgettable national park adventure this June? Travel enthusiast Sarah McDonagh has curated a list of 16 ...

Firings, resignations and delays in seasonal hiring have clouded the coming vacation season at the 433 sites and 85 million acres managed by the National Park Service. Parks are already closing ...

The waived entry fees apply to the national parks that normally charge for access, offering opportunities for families and outdoor enthusiasts to discover new destinations or revisit favorites ...