Featured Stories

South elevation of the White House
Participating in History

National parks in the nation's capital provide a backdrop to the Presidential Inauguration. Find out more about this weekend's events.

Fireworks go off in a display behind the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial at night
Celebrating a Legacy

Whether you want to visit or volunteer, celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. with free admission to all NPS sites on January 20.

Three people taking a selfie in a snow-covered area
Wind into Winter

Explore winter wonderlands and start your wintertime adventure in national parks with the endless opportunities.

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!

Volunteers mulching a garden
A Community of Stewards

Every year, thousands of volunteers help us care for our national parks in many ways. Learn how you can get involved.

Two sandhill cranes flying over a marsh with snow-capped mountains in the distance
Eyes on the Sky

Need a new hobby for the new year? Get tips on birding in national parks and in your own neighborhood.

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: January 14, 2025