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Missing Teen Hiker Rescued in Glacier National Park
The National Park Service reported that a missing teenage hiker was rescued in Glacier National Park on Monday, after his heat signature was picked up by a helicopter.
Dangerous snowpack and flooding across Yosemite Valley
Due to heavy snowmelt, Yosemite Valley's Merced River has overflowed, causing flooding throughout the area. The valley was closed on Friday evening, with closures expected to last until Monday due to rapidly rising temperatures.
Yosemite to Close Until Early May Due to Flooding
Yosemite is closing for at least a few days as rising temperatures cause snowmelt to flood valley waterways.
Soft-Hiking - The New Trend?
This new trend on TikTok is gaining popularity (@softgirlswhohike), among nature lovers who want to casually enjoy the beauty of the outdoors at their own pace.
President Biden announces new National Monuments
On March 21, 2023, President Joe Biden designated two new national monuments: Avi Kwa Ame in southern Nevada and Castner Range in west Texas. These monuments protect over half a million acres of land from development.
Google Maps Launches New National Park Features
Google is rolling out new features on its Maps platform to enhance the experience of users exploring national parks.
Jackson Hole Ends Ski Season with Record Year
April 9th marked closing day of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Despite having to close on the first day of spring skiing conditions, the resort set their own record for the most snow in a single season with a whopping 595 inches.
Opening of Grand Canyon’s North Rim Delayed
Opening of the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park has been delayed until Friday, June 2, due to a record amount of 250 inches of snow this winter.
Homewood Ski Resort going Private
Homewood Mountain Resort, located in West Shore Lake Tahoe, California, is set to switch to a semi-private business model. Here’s a quick run-down on how it’s going.
Snowboarder Rescued by Skier
A snowboarder was rescued from a life-threatening situation on Mt. Baker earlier this month in a heart-pounding rescue caught on camera.
Hiker Found Dead in Joshua Tree
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department reported that Alexandru Matei, a 64-year-old hiker from Twentynine Palms, was found deceased on a hiking trail near the Lost Horse Ranger Station in Joshua Tree National Park on April 5th.
Yosemite’s Mariposa Grove Reopen to Visitors
After being temporarily closed due to the winter storms that caused significant damage in Yosemite National Park, the Mariposa Grove has reopened and is once again welcoming visitors.
Summer Skiing in California
California received a historic snowfall this winter, which means that ski resorts may be able to stay open later into the spring and possibly even the summer months. But, the heavy snowfall also came with some challenges, including road closures and power outages.