National Park News and Info for RVers and Campers

The National Park System ... a place to explore nature, discover history, and have fun in the great outdoors. Its recreational facilities give us places to play. Its interpretive services help us learn.



Nearly 400 areas are in the system. These include national parks, monuments, battlefields, military parks, historical parks, historic sites, lakeshores, seashores, recreation areas, scenic rivers and trails, and the White House. The oldest is Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872.

National Parks Free Day - No Admission Charge National Parks free day admission is the weekend of Aug. 14 and 15. The National Park System wants us to visit America's cultural, historical, and natural sites. So, the NPS is waiving day use fees.

National Park Week - Celebrate with Special Activities and Free Park Admission National Park Week, April 17-25, 2010, is a time to explore the stunning beauty and amazing stories found in your national parks -- for free.

National Park Events and Activities for April National park events, often free, are an entertaining and educational part of many RVers life and travels. Here are some activities and special happenings taking place April.



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