Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is world-renowned for its stunning cascading lakes and waterfalls. However, beyond ...

Visiting our U.S. National Parks is a must for every nature and adventure lover — a journey through breathtaking landscapes ...

National parks across the U.S. are bearing down on an uncertain season, as federal layoffs and staffing shortages threaten many of the services they provide for their millions of annual visitors ...

Federal lands, including national parks, are subject to different access fees. Currently, an annual Discover Pass costs $30 and can be used in up to two vehicles. A day-use state parks permit is $10.

Discover Pass allows visitors to access state-managed lands, such as parks, campgrounds, trails and water access points.

Elizabeth Peace, a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of the Interior, which oversees the NPS, said via email that "no National Parks are expected to be closed this summer over staffing concerns." ...

National parks are experiencing layoffs, which may significantly impact visitor experience. Park advocates are concerned about the loss of experienced staff and potential impacts on visitor safety ...

Conservationists, outdoor enthusiasts and park rangers have warned that the reductions threaten to leave hundreds of national parks understaffed during the busy summer season, and already are ...

Shorter hours. Longer lines. And no more guided tours. Visitors to America’s national parks can expect some of those impacts after the Trump administration fired 1,000 park employees as part of ...