Two Years Later: How the Great American Outdoors Act Is Addressing Park Access Sarah Grothjan|October 7, 2022 The GAOA permanently funded a program that distributes $900 million annually to green spaces across the country, including national and local parks. Has it made a difference? Let’s take a look.
“We Are All on Native Land” Christina Montoya Fiedler|October 7, 2022 In the U.S.A., we are all on Native land—and it's important to learn how how to honor Indigenous communities by recreating mindfully. Here's how to start.
Our National Parks: How Accessible Are They? Sarah Grothjan|September 21, 2022 The national parks are more accessible than in years past, but some say they're still not accessible enough. Advocates, trail users and park officials weigh in on what's working—and what could be better.
A Climb for Greater Accessibility Morgan Tilton|January 22, 2021 Athlete and advocate Quinn Brett wants to improve all-abilities access in outdoor spaces nationwide. Now, she’s spearheading a new role with the U.S. Department of the Interior to help bridge the gap.
How to Find Solitude in the Great Smoky Mountains Graham Averill|December 1, 2020 The Smokies topped 12.5 million visits last year, but there’s still room to explore under-the-radar areas within the most popular national park.
Yosemite Wilderness and Half Dome Permits Guide Ryan Wichelns|October 30, 2020 Whether you’re backpacking, day hiking or climbing Half Dome, knowing how to snag the right Yosemite permit can help spare you a major headache.
Best National Park Road Trips Tyler Dunning|June 9, 2020 The open road can lead to some amazing national parks. We've rounded up a few road trips through national parks that are must on any bucket list.
The National Parks’ New Normal Sarah Grothjan|May 29, 2020 The country’s national parks are reopening in phases, and park officials are instituting new protocols and messaging to promote social distancing.
National and State Park Closure Updates During COVID-19 REI Staff|March 31, 2020 Keep up to date with the latest national and state park COVID-19 closures on the REI Co-op Journal.
National Parks, Moab Take Steps to Prevent Spread of COVID-19 Sarah Grothjan|March 18, 2020 Both the Southeast Utah Health Department and the National Park Service have announced closures intended to prevent the spread of the pandemic.
How to Hike the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim Maren Horjus|January 8, 2020 Cross the Big Ditch like a pro with this do-it-all guide to route planning, campsites, permits, desert skills and more.
Where to Travel in Alaska: Our 8 Favorite Parks Patrick Hutchison|January 6, 2020 Throw a dart at a map of Alaska and you’re very likely to land in the middle of pristine wilderness. The state’s potential can feel intimida...
