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26 National Parks That Preserve Native American Heritage & Cultural Sites

Bram — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 14:28:00 +0000

With all that overwhelming natural splendor, it’s easy to forget that the National Park System also preserves a wealth of other things and places. In fact, there are literally thousands of Native American heritage and cultural sites in America's national parks, preserving archaeological sites, battlefields and cultural landmarks.

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Enjoy Spectacular Fall Colors at These 10 U.S. National Parks

Bram — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 14:54:00 +0000

The most colorful of all seasons, fall brings spectacular foliage to national parks all across the United States. From Acadia and Shenandoah in the East to Glacier and Mount Rainier in the West, these are the absolute best national parks to enjoy the warm colors of autumn.

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Most Dog-Friendly National Parks in the U.S.

Bram — Fri, 26 May 2023 15:41:00 +0000

More often than not in America's national parks, your dog is only allowed in campgrounds, on and near paved roads, and/or in some accommodations. Only in developed areas, in other words. Some parks, however, also welcome dogs on hiking trails. Here are the most dog-friendly national parks of them all.

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Can You Forage in National Parks? 17 Best National Parks for Foraging

Bram — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 20:21:06 +0000

If you’re a national parks lover who enjoys gardening, collecting wild edibles and foraging, you might wonder if foraging is allowed in the national parks. And, as surprising as it may be, the answer to that question is usually yes. Although the general removal, disturbance or collection of plants is prohibited in national parks, numerous...

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10 Wonderful Waterfall Hikes in the National Parks

Bram — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 20:55:48 +0000

In the heat of summer, waterfall hikes are among the most enjoyable and popular activities in the national parks, especially if the waterfall also happens to have a swimming hole. In spring and fall, too, waterfall hikes in national parks are among the most popular things to do across the National Park System. Below, you’ll...

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Cuyahoga Valley’s Brandywine Falls Parking Lot Closed Until Fall

Bram — Thu, 05 May 2022 18:16:51 +0000

This new story about the closure of the Brandywine Falls parking lot in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is based on a May 5, 2022, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release here. Visitors planning to see popular Brandywine Falls, one of the top attractions in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, will have...

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