At a lakeside spot in the North Cascades in Washington state, there hasn't been enough staff to open the visitors center.

Visitors are flocking to America's parks in record numbers, but one recent policy change may make overcrowding feel even more ...

The United States' national parks have an inherent contradiction. The federal law that created the National Park Service says the agency—and the parks—must "conserve the scenery and the natural and ...

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to draw record crowds to North America, national parks near host cities are warning of safety risks amid staffing shortages and increased visitor numbers. Recent ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Yosemite National Park is open during the government shutdown, but with limited services.Apu Gomes/Getty Images Many national ...

An Olympic backpacking trip faces new uncertainty.

National parks brace for record crowds amid staffing cuts U.S. national parks are preparing for another record-breaking summer in 2026, but with thousands fewer staff positions due to federal cuts.