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A scorched landscape after the South Rim fire.
Posted inTravel

South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison reopens after summer fire

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson August 29, 2025August 29, 2025

MONTROSE, Colo. — The National Park Service announced that the South Rim Road at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park will reopen Friday, August 29, restoring full public access to the park’s main scenic drive and visitor facilities following this summer’s South Rim Fire. The 7.3-mile South Rim Road, which runs from the entrance […]

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Colorado National Park closes due to raging wildfires

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 18, 2025July 18, 2025
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Three swift water rescues in a week prompt safety warning at Rocky Mountain National Park

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 1, 2025July 1, 2025
Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park.
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One of the nation’s most scenic drives, Trail Ridge Road is open and ready to explore

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson May 30, 2025May 30, 2025
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Popular creek in Great Sand Dunes National Park runs low and dry due to drought

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson May 27, 2025May 27, 2025
Hikers on Flattop Mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park.
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What you need to know about Rocky Mountain National Park’s 2025 reservation system

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson April 24, 2025April 24, 2025
Elk antlers shed in late winter, early spring.
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Antler shedding season continues as elk, moose and deer drop their racks

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson March 14, 2025March 17, 2025
Cliff Tower House in Mesa Verde, a national park founded by women.
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The story of two National Parks founded by women

Avatar photo by Will De Man March 14, 2025March 17, 2025
Missing hiker remains were found off-trail on the Petroglyph Point Trail in Mesa Verde NP.
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Rangers locate remains of missing hiker in Mesa Verde National Park over a year after he disappeared

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson March 5, 2025March 5, 2025
A bull moose in Sprague Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park. NPS Photo
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A Growing Moose Population Is Threatening Rocky Mountain National Park’s Wetlands

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson February 11, 2025February 13, 2025

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