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.

Hiker walking up a hill in a forest
First Day Hikes

Step into the new year with a hike in a national or state park! Find tips to plan your hike, plus some yearlong challenges to keep going.

Person working on paper holiday crafts
'Tis the Season

Get in the spirit of winter festivities whether you are heading to a park or staying home for the holidays.

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!

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.

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.

Close-up of woman looking through a camera viewfinder at woods
Photos, Videos, Webcams & More

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



Last updated: December 30, 2024