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Dunker Church, Dunker Church Road, the Visitor Center Temporary Closure

Antietam National Battlefield · Maryland

Dunker Church, Dunker Church Road, the Visitor Center and nearby trails will be closed Oct. 27 while specialists remove unexploded projectiles from the base of the O.T. Reilly Monument. Closures may continue Oct. 28. Other battlefield areas will remain open. Please follow posted signs and staff directions. For updates, visit nps.gov/anti or call 301-432-5124

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Sherrick Farm Trail Detour

Antietam National Battlefield · Maryland

There is a detour on the trail due to downed trees. Our staff is working diligently to remove these from the trail.

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Stockton Island Trail Access

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Wisconsin

The trail between Presque Isle Bay and Quarry Bay on Stockton Island is open, but a footbridge on the western portion of the trail was washed out in a 2024 storm. Visitors must wade through shallow water or take an alternate route.

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Ongoing Closure Notices

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Wisconsin

Devils Island dock and campsites and West Bay Club on Sand Island are closed. These closures affect only a small portion of the Lakeshore. Enjoy your visit.

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Construction Activity at Little Sand Bay; Boat and Kayak Access Maintained

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Wisconsin

Construction for the Little Sand Bay Marina Rehabilitation Project begins May 1. The Town of Russell boat launch and the NPS kayak beach will remain open, with short detours around work areas. Expect reduced parking, delays, and increased noise. The Little Sand Bay Visitor Center will be closed in 2026 due to construction.

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Private Inholdings: Sand & Rocky Islands

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore · Wisconsin

There are privately occupied residences and docks on the southeast corner of Sand Island, as well as just north of Group Site A on Rocky Island. These areas are closed to the public. Please respect their privacy and do not trespass in these locations.

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Temporary Number Change

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park · Virginia

The park's phone number has temporarily changed. Please call 434-694-8904.

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Trip-planning tips for 2026

Arches National Park · Utah

Planning to visit Arches this year? To ensure the best experience, please anticipate potentially long wait times at the entrance station. If trailhead parking is full, plan to return a little later. Please avoid parking on vegetation and roadways to help preserve this beautiful place for everyone to enjoy.

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OSV Status

Assateague Island National Seashore · Maryland, Virginia

10/18/26 MD OSV is CLOSED due to overwash. VA South OSV is open. Beware of overwash conditions at high tides. The VA North OSV fishing mile is closed.

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Pet Policy

Aztec Ruins National Monument · New Mexico

Pets are not allowed inside the visitor center at Aztec Ruins or on the trail through the Aztec West Great House. Pets are welcome in the parking lot, the picnic area, and along the Old Spanish Trail. Service animals are the only exception. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are not considered service animals and therefore not permitted in the visitor center or on the trail through Aztec West.

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Uber, Lyft, and Other "Taxi" Services

Bandelier National Monument · New Mexico

Bandelier is in a remote location, with cell service in the canyon limited to Verizon 4G only. Services like Uber and Lyft will bring you here, but there may be no way to contact a ride out. Please plan your pickup before being dropped off at Bandelier.

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Guided Tours at the Reconstructed Fort

Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site · Colorado

Regularly scheduled guided tours provide access into furnished rooms and explore the fort’s role in Westward Expansion and the reconstruction of the fort in 1976.

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A Short Walk is Required to Reach the Fort

Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site · Colorado

A 1/4 mile (1,275 feet) walk on a paved trail from the parking area is required to reach the gate of the fort. At the end of your visit, you'll return to your vehicle along the same path.

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Phone lines working intermittently

Bering Land Bridge National Preserve · Alaska

Our phone lines are working intermittently. If you are not able to reach us by phone, please email us at bela_information@nps.gov.

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Big Bend is a NO DRONE Zone

Big Bend National Park · Texas

The use of drones is prohibited in Big Bend National Park. Thank you for preserving the peace and tranquility of Big Bend.

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Bringing a Pet to Big Bend?

Big Bend National Park · Texas

Bringing your pet to Big Bend National Park will limit some of your park explorations and opportunities. Pets are not allowed on park trails, in the backcountry, or on the river. Pets are allowed only where vehicles can go. Pets may not be left unattended

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ORV Permits Sold Online

Big Cypress National Preserve · Florida

Starting May 1st, 2026 ORV permits will only be able to be purchased online. Please visit the link to learn more.

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Park Passes

Big Cypress National Preserve · Florida

Park passes, including: America the Beautiful, Veteran, Lifetime, etc., are UNAVAILABLE for purchase/pickup within Big Cypress. Shark Valley Visitor Center (Everglades) is the closest location to Big Cypress for purchase.

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The Use of Drones is Prohibited at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee

Currently, the use of drones is prohibited at Big South Fork and all National Parks. Detailed information about the policy is available...

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Big South Fork Announces Temporary Closure of Blue Heron Tipple Bridge

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee

Big South Fork NRRA has announced the temporary closure of the historic Blue Heron Tipple Bridge, effective immediately in the interest of visitor safety. A recent bridge safety inspection conducted by the Federal Highway Administration identified structural issues specific to the pier’s bridge decking which is now leaning beyond acceptable standards.

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Firewood ban is in effect for the park.

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee

Firewood ban is in effect for the park. Only firewood from the surrounding counties of Scott, Morgan, Pickett, and Fentress, in Tennessee, and McCreary in Kentucky, can be brought into the park. Firewood is for sale or you may use dead and down wood.

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Black Bears at Big South Fork

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee

Black bears call Big South Fork NRRA home. Help keep them healthy and safe by storing all food, cooking items, feed, cosmetics and coolers properly stored when at campgrounds or in the backcountry.

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Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys

Biscayne National Park · Florida

Day Use Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $25.00 Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays. Overnight Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys: $60.00 per night. Payments must be made on site using the recreation.gov phone app.

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Ride Share Services

Biscayne National Park · Florida

Convoy Point grounds, Jetty Trail, kayak launch, and picnic area open at 7 a.m. and close at 5:30 p.m. If you are using a ride share service for transportation to and from the park, ensure ride share services can be onsite before closing time.

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Cashless Operations

Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park · Colorado

Black Canyon's operations are now cashless. South Rim Campground is by reservation only via Recreation.gov. East Portal & North Rim campground sites are first-come first-served and accept payment using Scan & Pay through Recreation.gov's mobile app.

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Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area · Massachusetts

We continue to experience issues with our phone lines, please contact us via our email address: boha_information@nps.gov

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USS Constitution

Boston National Historical Park · Massachusetts

USS CONSTITUTION will be closed to the public October 19 - 22. The Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center will be open for normal hours of operation.

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I-70 Closure in Downtown Topeka May Affect Travel to the Park

Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park · Kansas

I-70 is closed through downtown Topeka between Topeka Boulevard and 8th Avenue due to construction. Visitors traveling to Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park should allow extra travel time and follow posted detours. Westbound visitors may continue on I-70 and follow signs to local exits near downtown Topeka. Eastbound visitors should use I-470 around Topeka, then connect to local streets to reach the park at 1515 SE Monroe Street. Check KanDrive.gov or call 511 for current road condition

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Dump Station Closed for Season

Bryce Canyon National Park · Utah

The dump station has closed due to early freezing temperatures. Please make other arrangements. Drinking fountains are also in the process of being winterized for the same reason. Please plan appropriately.

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Reservations Only at Buffalo Point - Starting March 15, 2027

Buffalo National River · Arkansas

Starting March 15, 2027, reservations will be required for all campsites at Buffalo Point Campground, including A & E Loops. Reservations must be made through Recreation.gov (www.recreation.gov) or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations can be made the same day or up to six months in advance. Please note that cell phone service is unreliable in these areas, so it is strongly recommended to make your reservation before arriving at the campground.

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Operating Hours

Canaveral National Seashore · Florida

The seashore is currently operating on the hours of 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Last entry into the seashore is at 5:00 pm.

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For entrance fees, we accept digital passes and credit/debit cards

Canaveral National Seashore · Florida

Digital passes or credit/debit cards are the ONLY method of payment at all fee collection areas. Pre-paid digital passes are available online and may be purchased in advance.

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Oakland Main House Self-Guided Tours

Cane River Creole National Historical Park · Louisiana

The interior of the Oakland Main House is ONLY open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All tours of the house are self-guided and occupancy within the building is limited. Please plan accordingly.

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Park Operating Hours

Cane River Creole National Historical Park · Louisiana

Operating hours are 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Wednesday through Sunday until further notice.

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Route 7 from Sawmill, AZ is NOT recommended

Canyon de Chelly National Monument · Arizona

Entering the park from the east at Sawmill, AZ on Route 7 is not recommended. Part of this route is UNPAVED and UNMAINTAINED. Please stay on paved roads, such as Indian Route 64 from Tsaile, AZ and Highway 191/Route 7 from Chinle, AZ.

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Trip-planning tips for 2026

Canyonlands National Park · Utah

Planning to visit Canyonlands this year? To ensure the best experience, please anticipate potentially long wait times at the entrance station. If overlook or trailhead parking is full, plan to return a little later. Please avoid parking on vegetation and roadways to help preserve this beautiful place for everyone to enjoy.

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Weather Advisory October 17-19

Cape Lookout National Seashore · North Carolina

Due to an approaching storm system, Ferry operations have been modified over the weekend of October 17 – 19. Please contact your desired ferry service operator for updated information regarding schedule times and operations. The Great Island Cabin Camp and Long Point Ferry access will continue through 11:00 p.m. on October 16 and will operate until approximately midday on October 17 to facilitate the evacuation of visitors. Harkers Island Visitor Center will remain open throughout this operational period.

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Credit/Debit Card Only to pay entrance fees

Capulin Volcano National Monument · New Mexico

Capulin Volcano only accepts credit/debit cards for entrance fees. Our cooperating association Park Store accepts cash, credit/debit cards, and checks. There are limited cash only entrance passes available through our cooperating association Park Store.

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Visitor Center and Bookstore Open Tues - Sun

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site · North Carolina

Visitor Center and Bookstore hours are Tues - Sun 9-5. It is currently a .7 mile hike from the main parking lot and a .4 mile walk to the historic area from the Hikers Lot. Please keep this in mind. If you have access needs, please call the number posted in the parking lot.

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Important Visitor Information – Screening Process in Effect

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument · Pennsylvania

This is a new national park within an active military installation, which includes the current home of the US Army War College. There are no visitor services at this time. Please check back in the spring of 2025 for updates.