National Parks & Monuments
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South Carolina hikers can return to the trails as popular park reopens, five months after Hurricane Helene
By Will Symons last updated
The Jones Gap State Park was devastated by Hurricane Helene, which uprooted trees and washed away miles of forest trails

Thousands of National Park workers have lost their dream jobs - here’s how you can help continue their vital work
By Will Symons last updated
Multiple non-profits and charities are working tirelessly to defend America's iconic wild spaces after rampant spending cuts

Protesters take to the streets in support of National Park workers who've lost their jobs after a chaotic week for the NPS
By Will Symons published
Hiring freezes by the Trump administration have cut thousands of temporary and full-time roles before the peak summer season

Yellowstone National Park at an increased risk of wildfires due to standing dead trees, warn researchers
By Will Symons published
Researchers are urging Yellowstone officials to invest in greater protection after the findings of a new report

Millions of visitors to national parks could face "overflowing trash, uncleaned bathrooms" after Trump hiring freeze
By Will Symons published
Thousands of workers who look after America's 63 national parks face an uncertain future after a crackdown on federal funding

Yosemite National Park plagued by reservation uncertainty - here's where you can go instead
By Will Symons published
From Sequoia to Kings Canyon, California is home to several stunning national parks that aren't bogged down by booking problems

"Beloved" volunteer found dead in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where she'd worked for more than 20 years
By Will Symons published
The body of Ann Houghton, 73, was discovered five days after she failed to return from an overnight hike in the park

Hiker found dead after suspected fall in Zion National Park, Utah
By Will Symons published
The body of Cesar Herrera-Ruiz was discovered on Zion's canyon overlook trail after hikers reported a fall to authorities
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