National Parks Good News, Resources

All of the best good news and inspiration for U.S. national parks

Three photos. On the right, a big-horned sheep. In the center, a screenshot of the Selfie Control filter in action on Instagram. On the left, a close-up of a bison in the snow walking head-on.

With human-wildlife contact on the rise, Wyoming introduces new Instagram filter to keep visitors safe

The Selfie Control filter keeps visitors from getting too close to wild animals.

Two photos side-by-side. On the left, a view of Yosemite's Half Dome. On the right, Kirk Keeler sits atop a rock during a practice hike

Climber with stage 4 colon cancer summits Yosemite's Half Dome with an inspiring message: 'I did this for a reason'

Nature photographer Kirk Keeler ascended Half Dome after years of training amid cancer treatments — with one simple call to action.

Grand Teton's recent dog vs. bison incident highlights importance of pet safety rules

Animals like bison and elk will treat domestic dogs like wolves when encountering them in the wild.

The sun rises over Lamar River in Yellowstone National Park

All National Parks, Including Yellowstone and Zion, Will Be Free To Visit This Saturday

While some National Parks can cost as much as $35 to visit, all parks will be free Saturday, November 11th as part of the National Park Service's free-fee day.

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New entry permit requirements make visiting these 6 national parks easier and less crowded

According to reports from the National Park Service, destinations like Arches and Rocky Mountain National Parks have seen record visitation numbers in recent years, resulting in unprecedented overcrowding.

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National parks just got $700 million in federal funds to fight climate change. See some of the projects already making a difference.

Conservation and restoration projects are happening across the country to help protect national parks, historic sites, and seashores.

California's next state park is a 'rewilded' ranch that also protects communities from floods

“You need to give the water a safe place to go... or it'll go to a place that's not safe.”

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Ultimate List of Nonprofit Organizations

Get to know the inspiring nonprofit organizations that are driving positive change around the world. Support and make an impact in an area you care about.

National Forest Foundation team planting trees on a hill

National Forest Foundation Celebrates 21,000 Acres of Reforested Land

The National Forest Foundation has reforested over 21,000 acres of land in the last year and planted over 8 million trees to combat climate change.

Two grizzly bear cubs sit in a grassy field, one has a stick in its mouth.

Grizzly bear baby boom in Yellowstone triples cub count in national park

A mother grizzly bear was spotted with a record five cubs, bringing the total bear cub count to 18, and highlighting the species' recovery.

A forest alight with fireflies on a summer evening.

This National Park is opening a 'firefly lottery' for lucky winners to see a rare firefly light show

Synchronous fireflies illuminate summer nights in national parks across the U.S., captivating spectators and prompting conservation efforts to protect these beloved insects.

A San Francisco's Chinatown street filled with buildings and lanters

10 historical sites to visit to learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage

We have compiled a list of historical sites, like 'Iolani Palace and Angel Island, where you can learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritage.