March 13 Famous volcano blasts lava 1,000 feet high, triggering emergency closures at national park Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts with 1,000-foot lava fountains, forcing highway and park closures as the volcanic ash falls near Big Island communities.
March 10 Hidden hazard at popular national park sparks urgent safety warning for spring breakers The National Park Service warns of dangerous quicksand areas at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, spanning Arizona and Utah. Learn the warning signs.
March 4 Man dies after sneaking into closed section of popular national park A Hawaii man, 33, was found dead after crossing into a restricted section of Kīlauea caldera, sparking an overnight rescue effort. Visitors have been warned to stay on marked paths.
March 3 Young mother swept away to her death while hiking in California, officials say A mother was swept away in swift waters and drowned while hiking on a popular Southern California trail, prompting urgent safety warnings for other hikers.
February 24 Fired Yosemite worker sues National Park Service after hanging massive transgender flag across El Capitan Former Yosemite employee Shannon "SJ" Joslin sued the National Park Service after being fired for hanging a transgender pride flag across El Capitan last year.
February 22 3 national parks slash red tape for Americans by boldly transforming visitor entry Arches, Glacier and Yosemite national parks are dropping their advance reservation requirements for 2026, making spontaneous visits easier for travelers.
February 19 Hiker dies of hypothermia after slipping off trail near summit of New York's tallest mountain New Jersey woman, 21, died of hypothermia after slipping off a trail near the Mount Marcy summit during a winter hike in the Adirondacks with her dog, officials said.
February 17 Judge deals blow to Trump administration, orders slavery exhibit restored at iconic Philly landmark Federal judge orders National Park Service to restore slavery exhibit at Philadelphia's President's House, citing Orwell's "1984" in scathing ruling.
February 16 Los Angeles beaches could become national parks, NPS seeking input The Los Angeles coastline could become a national park. Public input needed by April 6 on proposal covering Santa Monica to Torrance Beach.
February 3 UK govt-backed review says Britain’s national parks feel ‘white’ and unwelcoming Britain's countryside authorities launch new outreach programs targeting ethnic minorities after review finds rural areas perceived as "white" spaces.