Federal agencies seek comments on wilderness climbing policies
Climbers have until August 14 to comment on proposed federal guidance covering anchors, historic routes and wilderness management across three agencies.
National parks
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National-park fee rules put tour operators on the hook
A $100 nonresident fee applies at 11 major parks, requiring tour operators to count passengers, manage named passes and prepay charges before arrival.
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National Park Service fee-free day is August 25. What visitors need to know
Entrance fees will be waived for eligible visitors on August 25, but reservations, parking, camping and crowd controls may still affect park access.
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National Park Week Set for Aug. 22-30, With Free Entry on Aug. 25
The National Park Service says entrance fees will be waived for U.S. citizens and residents on Aug. 25, 2026, during National Park Week.
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2026 U.S. tourism forecast faces a mixed summer test
A federal forecast projects more international visitors in 2026, but domestic travel is shifting closer to home while hotels and parks report mixed demand.
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NPS Sets Aug. 25 as Fee-Free Park Day for 110th Birthday
U.S. citizens and permanent residents can avoid entrance fees at participating NPS sites on Aug. 25, but reservations and other costs may still apply.