Featured Stories

Former President Jimmy Carter
Remembering a Legacy

The National Park System evolved during Jimmy Carter's presidency to preserve many special places Americans enjoy today.

Several people peering through a geological arch
Envisioning Your Park Experience

Make it a new year's goal to try something new with the National Park Service this year. What will you discover on the other side?

Backpacker facing away looking out over snow-capped mountains
New Year, New Adventures

Plan your next great adventure with our convenient Trip Ideas!

Kid perched to sled down a hill
Welcoming Winter

Don't get the winter blues. Come out and play at a national park this season to enjoy the scenic views and plenty to do.

Geoscientist intern holding a GPS unit in the desert
Work for Us

Many summer jobs, internships, and other other opportunities accept applications in the winter. Explore adventures you can take with us!

Two white-faced ibis standing in shallow water
Taking Flight

With many birds on the move for the winter, find where you might spot them in national parks, including birding events.

A park's social media post viewed on a smartphone that is stetting on a stack of park brochures
Social Media

Follow, share, and be a part of the conversation on official National Park Service social media channels.

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Photos, Videos, Webcams & More

Explore the national parks through multimedia. Search for photos, videos, webcams, and audio files on any topic.



Last updated: January 3, 2025