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The historic Chilkoot Trail between the US and Canada is finally open again, but border restrictions mean it's still impossible to complete it without a massive detour
By Will Symons published
The historic cross-country trail crosses the US / Canada border, with sections in Alaska and British Columbia

Bodies of two women pulled from the water at a popular beauty spot in Eryri National Park
By Will Symons published
The women were discovered in water near the Watkin Path, which has gained fame on social media for its natural pools and waterfalls

Yosemite to open every campground for first time since 2019, following months of crippling staff shortages and budget cuts
By Julia Clarke published
The move adds approximately 500 campsites available to the public at the California park

National Park Service identifies backcountry campers found dead in mysterious circumstances on remote Isle Royale
By Julia Clarke last updated
Park rangers say there is no threat to the public

Hikers joyful as Zion National Park's Emerald Pools Bridge reopens, restoring access to iconic trails after 2 years of closures
By Charlie Lyon published
The bridge connecting Zion Lodge to the Emerald Pools Trail system is now open to visitors following a lengthy period of construction

Popular waterfall in Olympic National Park closed to recover body of teenage hiker who fell more than 50ft
By Julia Clarke published
Recovery crews are battling significantly higher-than-usual water levels due to rapid snowmelt in the already tricky terrain

Yosemite bans large flags after climbers protest Trump cuts using upside down Stars and Stripes and rig Trans Pride flag to El Capitan
By Will Symons published
People are no longer allowed to display large flags in wilderness areas, after they were used in multiple protests and demonstrations

Foreign hikers and campers could be forced to pay more to visit America’s national parks to help fund a $1 billion Trump-imposed budget cut
By Will Symons published
The National Park Service, which is already in crisis, has been asked to raise a further $90 million by surcharging foreign visitors

Pay to hike? Visitors could soon be charged to enter Britain’s oldest national park to plug a devastating drop in funding
By Will Symons published
Hikers, campers, and runners could be asked to hand over anywhere from 10 pence to £1 per visit to help look after the Peak District National Park
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