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Yosemite won't require reservations to see 'Firefall' this year

It'll be easier for guests to visit Yosemite this winter during the annual "Firefall"-viewing window, but not everyone is ...
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Don’t Let A Snowstorm Ruin Your Plans—17 National Park Activities For KidsThat Work Indoors

When the weather turns foul and outdoor adventures are off the table, the spirit of the national parks doesn’t have to vanish ...

Yosemite summer campsite bookings open this week. Here are some surprising tips for getting one

The battle to book a summer campsite in Yosemite Valley starts when bookings become available online in January. We asked an ...
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Yosemite Ends Reservations For Rare Firefall —What to Know About Seeing the 'Waterfall of Fire' in 2026

To access the Horsetail Fall, travelers should park at the Yosemite Falls parking area and walk 1.5 miles to the viewing area near the El Capitan Picnic Area. The NPS said if the parking is full, ...

National park staff are asking about the citizenship status of visitors

“National Park Service staff are not checking immigration status, citizenship, or residency beyond what is necessary to ...
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13 of the Best Things to Do in Hot Springs National Park

Here are the best things to do in Arkansas' Hot Springs National Park, a historic and picturesque reserve with thermal baths, trails, and more.