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Shenandoah National Park #shen #nationalpark
ℹ️ Information ℹ️
Issued: 4/25/2025 1:55 PM EDT

Intermittent power outages at Big Meadows

Starting April 28, there will be intermittent power outages Mondays through Fridays in the Big Meadows area for up to two weeks due to upgrades. Outages will affect campground showers and ice and wood sales. The visitor center and wayside have (1/2)

Denali National Park & Preserve #dena #nationalpark
ℹ️ Information ℹ️
Issued: 4/25/2025 12:42 PM EDT

Road Open To: Mile 30 (Teklanika River)

The Denali Park Road is open to Mile 30, Teklanika River. Please stay alert for heavy equipment traveling on the park road.

nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/sho

A wide river covered in thick ice, with brush and trees lining the banks of the river. One channel of water is visible through cracks in the ice and sun reflects off the shiny, bare ice.
www.nps.govHow to Visit Denali in Fall or Spring - Denali National Park & Preserve (U.S. National Park Service)dena shoulder season page

Grand Canyon National Park #grca #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/25/2025 12:28 PM EDT

Friday, April 25, 2025 - Mostly Sunny —South Rim High 64°F (18°C) —Phantom Ranch High 89°F (33°C)

TRAIL ALERTS: Bright Angel Trail below Havasupai Gardens, including the Silver Bridge CLOSED. River Trail CLOSED. Plateau Point and Plateau Point Trail CLOSED. Hikers visit this link for inner canyon temperatures, heat risk and water (1/2)

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks #seki #nationalpark
⚠️ Caution ⚠️
Issued: 4/25/2025 12:26 PM EDT

Winter Weather Advisory Friday Night Through Sunday Morning

Expect snow in the sequoia groves and rain at low elevations. Tire chain requirements are expected to be in effect. If you're not experienced driving in snow on mountain roads, consider delaying your visit until the storm has passed

nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/wea

a sunrise illuminates rocky peaks
www.nps.govWeather - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks #seki #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/25/2025 12:23 PM EDT

Mineral King Road Is Closed Due To A Regular Seasonal Closure. Expected To Reopen May 21.

The portion of Mineral King Road inside Sequoia National Park is closed for the winter season to the general public. The road typically reopens in May on the Wednesday before Memorial Day, but could be later depending on conditions.

- Mineral King Road Seasonal Closure: (1/2)

To do a completely different #bloomscrolling from my visit to #Saguaro #NationalPark near #Tucson #Arizona, I present the blooms of the Saguaro #Cactus itself! These are pretty hard to photograph as they are usually found on the tips of the branches, which are usually pretty high off the ground. This is just fine for an important pollinator, the Lesser Long-nosed #Bat. This #endangered species not only pollinates the cactus at night, but it disperses its seeds by air when it later feeds on the cactus fruit. Here’s some more information:

nps.gov/articles/lesser-long-n

Grand Canyon National Park #grca #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/24/2025 8:46 AM EDT

Thursday, April 24, 2025 - Mostly Sunny —South Rim High 66°F (19°C) —Phantom Ranch High 89°F (33°C)

TRAIL ALERTS: Bright Angel Trail below Havasupai Gardens, including the Silver Bridge CLOSED. River Trail CLOSED. Plateau Point and Plateau Point Trail CLOSED. Hikers visit this link for inner canyon temperatures, heat risk and water (1/2)

Grand Canyon National Park #grca #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/24/2025 8:40 AM EDT

What's Closed and What's Open? (Park Operational Updates) Thursday, April 24, 2025

South Rim Visitor Center is open today from 9 am to 4 pm. Follow link for a list of visitor services with hours of operation. Midday South Entrance lines are long. Arrive before 9 am or after 4 pm for shorter wait times. The North Rim reopens on May (1/2)

Zion National Park - Virgin River Valley View

As the golden light of late afternoon gently kisses the sandstone cliffs, the majesty of Zion National Park reveals itself in full glory. This image captures one of the most iconic views in the American Southwest—the Virgin River gracefully winding its way through the dramatic canyon.

fineartamerica.com/featured/zi

#Zion #NationalPark #Utah #nature #hiking #Landscape #photography #travel #travelphotography

Denali National Park & Preserve #dena #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/23/2025 9:49 PM EDT

Upcoming Closure: May 5–12

Beginning May 5, the Park Road and adjacent backcountry units from Teklanika River (mile 31) west to the Y in the road near Wonder Lake, will be closed for bear collaring operations. The closure applies to all pedestrians, cyclists, and backcountry users.

nps.gov/articles/000/denali-be

A grizzly bear walks down a gravel road toward a green bus.
www.nps.govAssessing the Effects of Traffic on the Behavior and Viewability of Grizzly Bears (U.S. National Park Service)

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks #seki #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/23/2025 4:18 PM EDT

Highway 180 Access To Cedar Grove Area of Kings Canyon National Park Closed. Will Reopen April 25.

Highway 180 is closed east of Hume Lake Road for the winter season. Cedar Grove is not accessible. This section of road will reopen on April 25, 2025.

- Highway 180 Seasonal Closure: nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/con

www.nps.govCurrent Conditions - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

Shenandoah National Park #shen #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/23/2025 1:29 PM EDT

Swift Run Entrance (mile 65.7) is closed

Due to an overturned tractor trailer and hazmat situation, the section of State Rt. 33 that runs through Shenandoah National Park is closed to all traffic. Visitors cannot enter the park at Swift Run. Those already in the park may exit but must go west.

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks #seki #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/23/2025 11:41 AM EDT

Several Small Roads Closed Due to Roadway Damage Or Snow Accumulation

These roads are closed due to roadway damage during past storm events or due to snow accumulation: Crystal Cave Rd, Middle Fork Rd, Redwood Canyon Rd, South Fork Rd, Panoramic Point Rd

nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/roa

- Road Closures Related to Past Storm Events and Snow (1/2)

www.nps.govRoad Conditions - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

“First Light, Panamint Mountains” — The first sunrise light on Rogers Peak and the Panamint Mountains, Death Valley National Park.

How many times have I watched for this first light as it touches the peaks and ridges of the Panamint Mountains before working its way down to the floor of Death Valley? I have no idea, but I’ve been going there for something like 25 years now, so it must be quite a few times! It never gets old…continues: gdanmitchell.com/2025/04/23/fi

Congaree National Park #cong #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/23/2025 10:35 AM EDT

Boardwalk Construction Underway at Sections D & E (Updated 4/23/2025)

Sections D & E of the Boardwalk east of the Sims Trail are currently closed for work associated with the ongoing boardwalk replacement project. Weston Lake Trail is currently an out and back trail. Please see our trail information page for more details.

nps.gov/cong/boardwalk-constru

www.nps.govBoardwalk Construction Updates - Congaree National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Grand Canyon National Park #grca #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/23/2025 9:17 AM EDT

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 - Mostly Sunny —South Rim High 66°F (19°C) —Phantom Ranch High 89°F (33°C)

TRAIL ALERTS: Bright Angel Trail below Havasupai Gardens, including the Silver Bridge CLOSED. River Trail CLOSED. Plateau Point and Plateau Point Trail CLOSED. Hikers visit this link for inner canyon temperatures, heat risk and water (1/2)