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The National Park Service (NPS) announces that the visitor center at Camp Nelson National Monument will be open 7-days a week starting on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2023.

2023 Memorial Day Weekend Events

Along with our usual living history groups and volunteers we have some special programs lined up for the weekend. Join us for the fun

Lincoln Home National Historic Site Presents "Reading with a Park Ranger" Summer Programs

Lincoln Home National Historic Site will partner with the Lincoln Library, Springfield's Public Library, to present reading programs during the Summer of 2023 as part of the City of Springfield's History Comes Alive season.

Gulf Islands National Seashore expands ferry service to Fort Pickens

The National Park Service will expand Pensacola Bay City Ferry service to the Fort Pickens Area to include Fridays beginning May 26, 2023.

Shenandoah National Park search suspended

News Release: Luray, VA - Based on a preliminary identification of remains found Sunday, May 21, 2023, the search for Mateo Cobo Zevallos conducted by Shenandoah National Park with support from Virginia Department of Emergency Management has been suspended.

Trail of Tears: Tennessee Itinerary

News Release: After Cherokee were forcibly removed from their homes they were marched to temporary camps and forts. The next phase sent them to larger departure camps in Tennessee. Cherokee were assigned to detachments that were organized by military or Cherokee leaders. The first three military-led detachments left...

Birding

News Release: The park is an ideal place to view many species of birds. Trails within the park lead to higher, drier areas like Browns Mountain, where hikers might see high-flying hawks and vultures. Trails also lead to the lower, larger streams that various wood warblers love to frequent. Trails leading into the adjacent Kings Mountain State Park pass lakes with waterfowl and pastures where many birds feed.

Battlefield Trail, 1.5 Mile!

News Release: This 1.5-mile self-guided walking trail allows the visitor to see both perspectives of the battlefield. Wayside exhibits around the trail highlight battle events. The Centennial Monument, U.S. Monument, and Ferguson's Grave are key features along the trail.

Backcountry Trails

News Release: Together, Kings Mountain National Military Park and Kings Mountain State Park offer 16 miles of hiking trails. There are three trails to choose from.

Camping

News Release: Camping is allowed at Garner Creek Campsite only. A three (3) mile hike is required to access the campsite. Visitors must obtain a permit (free) from the visitor center before using the site. The campsite is first-come, first-served; no reservations will be taken. The site holds 10-12 people. Registration is required.

Stay Active at Kings Mountain!

News Release: Explore activities in the park! We want you to be prepared for your activity before you go. Please review the safety tips below to reduce the risk of injury on your visit.

Trail of Tears: Paducah Area Itinerary

News Release: Find places to visit in the Paducah, Kentucky area.

Help Feed the Animals at the National Park’s Chellberg Farm

Come out and help a ranger feed the farm animals on Sundays from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm, at Indiana Dunes National Park’s historic Chellberg Farm.

Beachcomber Hike at the National Park

Join a ranger for a morning stroll along the sandy shore of Lake Michigan at Central Avenue Beach on Tuesday, May 30 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.

Memorial Day Movie Screenings at the National Park

Join a ranger and fellow visitors to honor the Memorial Day Holiday with a screening of Vietnam Nurses at the Indiana Dunes National Park visitor center auditorium on Monday, May 29, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Recent archaeology project uncovers first shots of the French and Indian War

A four-week archeological investigation has verified the location of the first skirmish of the French and Indian War.

2023-05-22- prescribed fire

The National Park Service (NPS) plans to conduct a prescribed fire in two burn units this spring at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (National Lakeshore).

Conservation Through The Arts

Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 11 am, Fort Scott National Historic Site and Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge are presenting Jewel Endicott with the first-place award for her age group in the Kansas Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest for the 2nd year in a row.

Horseback Riding

News Release: Sixteen miles of horse trails cross through both the National Military Park and state park. Horses are not provided. For more information, contact Kings Mountain State Park at (803) 222-3209.

Arrest made in Rock Creek Parkway fatal traffic crash