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Science

Lava fountains from an eruption viewing overlook near Keanakākoʻi crater.
Posted inScience

Holiday eruption at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park sparks crowds for Christmas

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson December 26, 2024December 26, 2024
Bryce Canyon contains thousands of hoodoos, creating a stunning, otherworldly landscape.
Posted inScience

Discover the geology of hoodoos at Bryce Canyon National Park

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson September 12, 2024September 12, 2024
Cracked mud stretches across sections of Panamint Valley.
Posted inScience

Death Valley announces its hottest summer on record

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson September 6, 2024September 6, 2024
Aerial view of a sandstone canyon and desert lake. The Double Arch area (center of photo) on August 9th, 2024, after collapse.
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Visitor-favorite Double Arch collapses in Lake Powell

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson August 13, 2024August 13, 2024
Photo of Biscuit Basin hydrothermal explosion: Boardwalk condition post-explosion.
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More information released on Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 31, 2024July 31, 2024

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Lottery now open for synchronous firefly event at Great Smoky MountainsLottery now open for synchronous firefly event at Great Smoky MountainsMay 2, 2025Heather Bergeson
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When real fire fell from the sky: The story of Yosemite's FirefallWhen real fire fell from the sky: The story of Yosemite's FirefallFebruary 21, 2025Will De Man
Tours shut down at Wind Cave National Park after elevator malfunctionTours shut down at Wind Cave National Park after elevator malfunctionMay 1, 2025Heather Bergeson
Stay safe without bear spray in Yosemite and Sequoia & Kings Canyon National ParksStay safe without bear spray in Yosemite and Sequoia & Kings Canyon National ParksAugust 30, 2024Heather Bergeson

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