Join us for a walk through the gardens and grounds. Learn about the creation of the parterres, the people that kept the gardens and grounds looking beautiful and their stories. For much of Hampton’s history, scenic gardening reflected the interests, social statuses, wealth, and creativity of the Ridgely family. From the 1790’s to modern day, the cultural landscape of Hampton has changed to suit th…
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Gardens, Grounds, and Architecture Tours · Hampton National Historic Site
Join us for a walk through the gardens and grounds. Learn about the creation of the parterres, the people that kept the gardens and grounds looking beautiful and their stories. For much of Hampton’s history, scenic gardening reflected the interests, social statuses, wealth, and creativity of the Ridgely family. From the 1790’s to modern day, the cultural landscape of Hampton has changed to suit the wants and needs of those who occupy the property. Hampton’s landscape tells the story of the many functions of landsca…
Massai Point Nature Trail · Chiricahua National Monument
Take in sweeping views, balanced rock formations, and the park’s geologic story from this short trail beginning at the Massai Point parking area. The half‑mile route starts on the north side, climbs to the exhibit building, and then follows the west rim south around the point. Interpretive signs describe how these unique formations developed over time. Those looking to explore deeper into the rock formations can connect to the Ed Riggs Trail and the larger trail system. Uneven footing, stairs, and the 6,870‑foot (2…
Fredericksburg National Cemetery Luminaria · Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park
The Fredericksburg National Cemetery Luminaria is an annual event featuring over 15,000 lanterns in the cemetery – one for each soldier buried in the cemetery grounds. This event takes place on the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. The luminaria honors soldiers who have died in the service of this country. Saturday, May 23, 2026 8 pm - 11 pm Note: This event is weather-dependent. Check the park's website and social media for event updates or any cancellation information. Where The cemetery is located at the interse…
Concord's North Bridge: History and Memory ~ 11:00am Daily · Minute Man National Historical Park
11:00 a.m. Daily North Bridge At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History.
Experience History Come Alive at Fort Clatsop · Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
Fort Clatsop was the winter encampment for the Corps of Discovery from December 1805 to March 1806. The visitor center includes a replica of Fort Clatsop similar to the one built by the explorers, an interpretive center offering an exhibit hall, gift shop and two films. The park features ranger-led programs & costumed rangers in the fort during certain seasons . Fort clastop is also the starting point for a number of hiking trails including the Fort-to-Sea, Kwis Kwis, Netul trail, & South Clatsop Slough trail. Best…
Gardens, Grounds, and Architecture Tours
Hampton National Historic Site
Join us for a walk through the gardens and grounds. Learn about the creation of the parterres, the people that kept the gardens and grounds looking beautiful and their stories. For much of Hampton’s history, scenic gardening reflected the interests, social statuses, wealth, and creativity of the Ridgely family. From th…
Massai Point Nature Trail
Chiricahua National Monument
Take in sweeping views, balanced rock formations, and the park’s geologic story from this short trail beginning at the Massai Point parking area. The half‑mile route starts on the north side, climbs to the exhibit building, and then follows the west rim south around the point. Interpretive signs describe how these uniq…
Fredericksburg National Cemetery Luminaria
Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park
The Fredericksburg National Cemetery Luminaria is an annual event featuring over 15,000 lanterns in the cemetery – one for each soldier buried in the cemetery grounds. This event takes place on the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. The luminaria honors soldiers who have died in the service of this country. Saturday, Ma…
Concord's North Bridge: History and Memory ~ 11:00am Daily
Minute Man National Historical Park
11:00 a.m. Daily North Bridge At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History.
Experience History Come Alive at Fort Clatsop
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
Fort Clatsop was the winter encampment for the Corps of Discovery from December 1805 to March 1806. The visitor center includes a replica of Fort Clatsop similar to the one built by the explorers, an interpretive center offering an exhibit hall, gift shop and two films. The park features ranger-led programs & costumed…
Badlands Ranger Programs
Badlands National Park
Visiting the Badlands? Curious about the history, culture, and science of the park? Consider attending a ranger program! During a typical summer season, rangers offer many programs throughout the course of the day. Regular ranger programs are listed below and the full program schedule can be found on our calendar . Typ…
Outer Park Road
Grand Teton National Park
Take a drive on the Outer Park Road for scenic views and overlooks. The Outer Park Road, highway 89/191, runs through Grand Teton National Park, connecting Jackson to the towns of Moose and Moran. Enjoy several spots along this route perfect for wildlife viewing and taking in the mountain scenery including Snake River…
North Park Road
Grand Teton National Park
Take a drive on the North Park Road to view wildlife and enjoy dramatic views of Jackson Lake and the Tetons. The North Park Road, highway 89/191/287, connects the town of Moran to John D. Rockefeller Memorial Parkway, with destinations like Colter Bay and Leeks Marina along the way. Drive this meandering 20-mile stret…
Ranger Walkabouts
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
Join a Park Ranger and explore the Blackstone River Valley. During the months of June, July, and August, park staff offer specialty tours at varying locations across the Blackstone River Watershed. These programs begin at 6:30 PM and are 60-minutes long. Please wear comfortable footwear and bring water. Most tours are…
Walk the Fern Canyon Loop Trail
Redwood National and State Parks
A Popular Destination That Comes With Challenges: Wild Elk and Stream Crossings If you plan to drive to Fern Canyon from May 15th - Sept 15th, you will need a free Gold Bluffs Beach / Fern Canyon parking reservation (available online only). Note : Hikers can still access Fern Canyon by doing the 10-mile round-trip hike…
Enjoy a Scenic Drive on Trail Ridge Road
Rocky Mountain National Park
Trail Ridge Road is a seasonal road that is currently closed to through travel for the winter season. This road is typically open from late May to mid October, based on weather and road conditions. Temporary closures can go into place, based on conditions, at any time. Trail Ridge Road is 48-miles one-way and connects…
Take a Trolley Tour
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Trolley tours are offered on a seasonal basis 90-minute guided trolley tours of Valley Forge National Historical Park are ADA accessible and administered by The Encampment Store . Tours follow the Encampment Tour route and depart from the front of the visitor center. Trolleys make extended stops at Muhlenberg's Brigade…
Climbing Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier, the most heavily glaciated peak in the contiguous United States, offers an exciting challenge to the mountaineer. Each year thousands of people successfully climb this 14,410-foot active volcano. There is access to over twenty different climbing routes and ski descents via four main trailheads to approac…
Visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
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Virtual Tours at Connemara
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Explore the park through a virtual tour of the interior of the Sandburg Home!
Upcoming programs and events at parks in this collection (from the NPS Events API).
Learn more about the natural and cultural resources of Capitol Reef. Meet at the Campground Amphitheater, adjacent to Loop C. Ranger program schedules are also posted on bulletin boards at the visitor center and campground. Program topics may change. Programs may be cancelled due to weather or staffing issues. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings.
Step back into the late 1800s at one of Doughton Park’s most cherished historic sites. Completed in 1889, the Brinegar family home offers visitors a window into mountain life shaped by resilience, craftsmanship, and community. Also, walk through the garden and see whats growing! Rangers and volunteers are on site to share stories of the Brinegar Family.
Learn about cultures that call this place home. Meet at the Petroglyph Panel boardwalk. Ranger program schedules are also posted on bulletin boards at the visitor center and campground. Program topics may change. Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings.
Become a citizen scientist and help spot, count, and record butterflies for the Carolina Butterfly Monitoring Program. You are guaranteed to learn to recognize several butterfly species by the end of this program. Meet by the Brinegar Cabin Garden located at Milepost 238.5 at 10 AM for a slow 1.4-mile stroll to the A Loop of Doughton Park Campground. Bring water, a snack, and binoculars if you have them. 90 minutes plus return walk back to the Brinegar Cabin parking area.
Midday Mountain Music is a free, informal music presentation featuring local and regional musicians held in the Blue Ridge Music Center's covered breezeway, milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Galax, Virginia. Midday Mountain Music takes place from 12-3pm each day when the Music Center is open. Join us for a few minutes or for the whole afternoon! No tickets are needed.
Step back into the late 1800s at one of Doughton Park’s most cherished historic sites. Completed in 1889, the Brinegar family home offers visitors a window into mountain life shaped by resilience, craftsmanship, and community. Also, walk through the garden and see whats growing! Rangers and volunteers are on site to share stories of the Brinegar Family.
If conditions permit, volunteers will bring the coastal defenses of Point Loma to life. These are your only chances to tour the bunkers on Point Loma. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to learn more about the soldiers stationed at Fort Rosecrans during WWII and see the weapons and instruments that protected our coast during the tumultuous war years. The bunker can't be opened if there is inclement weather. Check with the Visitor Center for the latest schedule.
Join a park volunteer for a one-hour walking tour of Cabrillo National Monument including the Cabrillo Statue and the Old Point Loma Lighthouse at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. This program is suitable for all ages. No reservations required. Meet in front of the Visitor Center and keep in mind that the walk includes a hill up to the lighthouse.
Join the Friends of Anacostia Park for their monthly park care day! You'll have the chance to clean up litter, remove invasive plants, water/mulch trees, and/or beautify this cherished park's landscape. Meet at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavilion at 10:00 AM where all supplies and instructions will be provided. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy close-toed shoes, and bring water. Sign up here: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/anacostia%20park%20care%20day
Enjoy the sweeping views from atop the tower in celebration of the establishment of the National Park Service. On Open Tower Days, you can experience the lighthouse with a half-hour guided tour between 10:00am - 3:30pm. The guided tours are the only way to access the top tower of the lighthouse and will give participants a glimpse into life at this lighthouse station between 1855 - 1891. Tickets will be available on the day of the event, first come first serve. Please stop by the ticketing table near the lighthouse earlier in the day to ensure a ticket time. All participants must stop by the ticketing table to obtain ticket. For those who do not wish to climb to the top tower, you will still be able to experience the kitchen of the lighthouse with historic interpreters. All activities are available at no additional cost to the entrance fee.
Imagine yourself as the first keeper when you make your way to the top of the lighthouse in celebration of the anniversary of the first time the light was lit! On Open Tower Days, you can experience the lighthouse with a half-hour guided tour between 10:00am - 3:30pm. The guided tours are the only way to access the top tower of the lighthouse and will give participants a glimpse into life at this lighthouse station between 1855 - 1891. Tickets will be available on the day of the event, first come first serve. Please stop by the ticketing table near the lighthouse earlier in the day to ensure a ticket time. All participants must stop by the ticketing table to obtain ticket. For those who do not wish to climb to the top tower, you will still be able to experience the kitchen of the lighthouse with historic interpreters. All activities are available at no additional cost to the entrance fee.
In the early 1900s, paleontologists unearthed the Age of Mammals when they found full skeletons of extinct Miocene mammals in the hills of Nebraska -- species previously only known through fragments. At the same time, an age of friendship began between rancher James Cook and Chief Red Cloud of the Lakota. These two unprecedented events are preserved and protected here... at Agate Fossil Beds.
Established in 2000 to preserve, protect and interpret traditional Native Hawaiian culture and natural resources, Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail is a 175-mile corridor encompassing a network of culturally and historically significant trails. This "trail by the sea" traverses wahi pana (storied landscapes), ancient Hawaiian sites and over 200 ahupuaʻa (traditional land divisions).
The remote Aleutian Islands, home to the Unangax̂ (Aleut) people for over 8,000 years, became a fiercely contested Pacific battleground in World War II. Some Unangax̂ were taken from their homelands as Japanese prisoners of war while the others were evacuated from the islands by the government. Both groups suffered greatly during the war, and some would never return to their villages.
An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir. Amistad, a Spanish word meaning "friendship," is known for excellent water-based recreation, camping, hiking, and rich cultural history dating back nearly 5,000 years. Amistad is also home to a wide variety of plant and animal life both above and below the water.
Welcome to Anacostia Park, your neighborhood national park in the heart of Washington, DC! Enjoy exercise along the river trail or relax by the water, Anacostia Park is a breath of fresh air and a space to unwind amid a bustling city.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, located at the northern tip of Wisconsin's Bayfield Peninsula, features 21 stunning islands, a scenic 12-mile shoreline along Lake Superior, and is located within the ancestral homeland of the Ojibwe people. Established in 1970, the park showcases picturesque sea caves, sandy beaches, and the largest collection of lighthouses in the National Park system.
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the National Park Service, US Forest Service, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, numerous state agencies and thousands of volunteers.
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Questions remained: could the nation reunite as one? How would emancipation be realized?
Located at the confluence of two rivers, Arkansas Post has served as a gathering place for many cultures throughout human history - it represents cultural cooperation, conflict, synthesis, and diversity.
The rugged beauty of the Badlands draws visitors from around the world. These striking geologic deposits contain one of the world’s richest fossil beds. Ancient horses and rhinos once roamed here. The park’s 244,000 acres protect an expanse of mixed-grass prairie where bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, and black-footed ferrets live today.
Bandelier National Monument protects over 33,000 acres of ruggedly beautiful canyon and mesa country. Petroglyphs, dwellings carved into the soft rock cliffs, and standing masonry walls pay tribute to the early days of a culture that still survives in the surrounding communities.
There is a place in Far West Texas where night skies are dark as coal and rivers carve temple-like canyons in ancient limestone. Here, at the end of the road, hundreds of bird species take refuge in a solitary mountain range surrounded by weather-beaten desert. Tenacious cactus bloom in sublime southwestern sun, and species diversity is the best in the country. This magical place is Big Bend...
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