Status board
What is closed or has an alert right now, across every national park site. Most serious first.
Last checked with the National Park Service at 5:54 pm PDT, Oct 20. Local notices appear as soon as an editor publishes them.
24 alerts in New York
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Closure
List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Appalachian National Scenic Trail · Connecticut, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia
Many closures remain on the Trail following Hurricane Helene's devastation. This will remain true for the foreseeable future. Visit the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) website for an up-to-date list of closures. OBSERVE ALL CLOSURES. Stay safe!
More from the park: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
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Closure
Recreational Driving Closed Due to Heavy Surf and Elevated Tides
Fire Island National Seashore · New York
Due to an offshore storm creating heavy surf, strong winds and elevated tides, portions of the beach west of Smith Point have become impassable to vehicles. Recreational driving will be closed through Wednesday and conditions will be assessed on Thursday.
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Talisman-Barrett Beach Dock Closed for 2026 Season; Services Limited
Fire Island National Seashore · New York
Due to damage from winter ice, the Talisman-Barrett Beach dock is closed. NPS staff are evaluating options for repairs. There is no timeline for restoration. Boaters should plan to anchor in the bay to access the site. Be advised that the area is extremely shallow. Restroom maintenance will be limited during this time and visitors must pack out all trash and belongings. Public use of some areas will be restricted for safety.
More from the park: Talisman-Barrett Beach Dock Closed for 2026 Season; Services Limited
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Closure
Jacob Riis Park Access Restrictions
Gateway National Recreation Area · New York, New Jersey
Due to extremely hazardous conditions Gateway National Recreation Area has restricted access to sections of Jacob Riis Park. Erosion has created unsafe conditions from Bays 1-5, and portions of the eastern beach are closed.
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Closure
Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Gateway National Recreation Area · New York, New Jersey
The entire southern area of Dead Horse Bay, including Glass Bottle Beach, is closed to the public. Dead Horse Bay is located in Brooklyn, NYC.
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Spring Creek (Queens) Closed to the Public
Gateway National Recreation Area · New York, New Jersey
Spring Creek is closed to the public at this time. The NPS is conducting field investigations as part of a Remedial Investigation at the site. Spring Creek is located in Queens, NYC.
More from the park: Spring Creek (Queens) Closed to the Public
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Closure
Home of FDR - Partial Closure of Rose Garden
Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site · New York
The planting beds, lawns, and paths of the Rose Garden will be under construction from late March 2026 lasting through fall of 2026. This rehabilitation will restore the crisp, level character of the garden, improve access and infrastructure, and re-install historic rose and peony varieties. During this period, the Burial Site viewing area should remain available, but occasional disruptions may restrict public access. The graves, marble monument, pet graves, and sundial will not be impacted by this project.
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Closure
Eastern National Bookstore is Closed
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site · New York
The Eastern National Bookstore and Gift Shop is closed until further notice. Please continue to check our website for updates.
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Caution
Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Appalachian National Scenic Trail · Connecticut, Georgia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia
Human-habituated bears have been frequently spotted in the McAfee Knob Area. Allowing bears access to human food or garbage causes it to lose its fear of humans. Follow all food storage regulations, use provided food lockers and never feed a bear.
More from the park: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
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Caution
West Nile Virus detected in Mosquito Samples at Carrington Tract
Fire Island National Seashore · New York
West Nile Virus has been detected at the Carrington Tract from mosquito samples collected on September 30, 2026. Increased surveillance of mosquitoes in the area will continue. It is recommended visitors limit or forego outdoor activities between dusk and dawn.
More from the park: West Nile Virus detected in Mosquito Samples at Carrington Tract
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Caution
Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
General Grant National Memorial · New York
Access to the lower crypt area of the Mausoleum is subject to closure during wet and or low light conditions in the late afternoon. The main floor and the two reliquary rooms remain open during these conditions.
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Caution
Church & under trees in high wind conditions
Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site · New York
Avoid area around the church & under trees in high wind conditions
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Information
Sidewalk scaffolding at Federal Hall
Federal Hall National Memorial · New York
Protective sidewalk scaffolding has been erected around the building as a safety precaution.
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Information
Possession or use of marijuana inside Fire Island National Seashore is prohibited.
Fire Island National Seashore · New York
While New York provides for regulated possession and use of marijuana, it remains an illegal drug under federal law and enforced within National Park units.
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Information
Ryan Visitor Center Phone Line Out of Service
Gateway National Recreation Area · New York, New Jersey
The Floyd Bennett Field Ryan Visitor Center phone line (718-338-3799) is out of service. For information on ranger programs in the Jamaica Bay Unit, call the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center at 718-318-4340. For questions about permits, events, or other park information, call the general park information line at 718-354-4606. For emergencies, call U.S. Park Police's 24-hour dispatch at 718-354-4700.
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Information
Dogs Not allowed on ocean beaches in Jamaica Bay and Sandy Hook March 15- Sept. 15
Gateway National Recreation Area · New York, New Jersey
Dogs are not allowed on ocean beaches at Sandy Hook between March 15 through September 15. Dogs are not allowed on the ocean beaches at Jacob Riis Park, Fort Tilden, Breezy Point Tip and at the bayside of Breezy Point between March 15 through September 15
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Fort Jay front gate only — Temporary Closure.
Governors Island National Monument · New York
The FRONT GATE of Fort Jay is temporarily closed to all. The fort is currently open to visitation Wednesday thru Sunday 10am to 4pm. Access to the fort will be via the western or rear sallyport.
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Health and Safety
Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site · New York
Masks are not required but are strongly recommended for all Museum visitors. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted on in-person building tours, but are welcome to attend a neighborhood walking tour or visit us virtually.
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Information
Lindenwald Opens for 2026 Season
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site · New York
Lindenwald Tours – 2026 Season Lindenwald is open for tours Friday–Sunday at 10 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM. Tours are first-come, first-served. Monday–Thursday: grounds are open, but no tours are available. Park stamps, and restrooms are available in the Visitor Center.
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Trail Alerts
North Country National Scenic Trail · Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Wisconsin
Trail closures are reported to the North Country Trail Association. Go to their Trail Alerts page for the latest information.
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Information
Telephone System is Experiencing Connectivity Issues
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site · New York
The phone system at Sagamore Hill is experiencing connectivity issues. Please contact the park via email at sahi_information@nps.gov when phones are out of service.
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Visitor Center Contact Phone Down
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site · New York
The Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace contact phone, (212) 260-1616, is currently experiencing issues. Rangers may not be able to receive your call. For questions, please email thrb_info@nps.gov.
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Information
See TRSite.org for the latest updates on the tour schedule.
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site · New York
See TRSite.org for the latest updates on the tour schedule.
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Elevator is Out-of-Service
Women's Rights National Historical Park · New York
The elevator at the Visitor Center is currently out-of-service, due to regularly scheduled maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience and encourage visitors to visit the virtual tours available on our website.