National Parks Are Slowly Reopening. Here's The Status Of All Of Them.

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Our greatest outdoor treasures are starting to open their gates.

https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/national-parks-reopening-covid-19-updates



When COVID-19 took hold of the world, the news of closures came fast. But the idea of a global pandemic shutting down our biggest, often extremely isolated natural spaces seemed unfathomable. It turns out that when the world's health is at risk, even Smoky the Bear has to do his part to flatten the curve. Now, with Memorial Day poised to kick off a summer that will almost certainly be full of scenic drives, some national parks are opening their gates for the first time in months.

To help you track what's open, we're keeping tabs the 60 parks in all 50 states (American Samoa and the Virgin Islands are under stricter travel restrictions, but if you're already there you're probably up to speed). We'll keep you posted on what's open (hint: not many), what services are available (if amenities are marked "limited," chances are it's got toilets but no visitors center), and what you're allowed to do once inside. Which, in most cases, is hike and drive. But we'll take what we can get. Hopefully, this list will change quickly as more and more of these national treasures open up to responsible, respectful, and safe use. The list is current as of May 19, 2020. We'll be updating each and every one of them things progress.


Acadia National Park
Maine
Status: Closed
The crown jewel of East Coast national parks remains closed for the time being. Maybe read the new Stephen King novel instead.

Arches National Park
Utah
Status: Closed
For the moment, the closest you can get to Balanced Rock, Devil's Garden, and the other glorious spires is via Google Earth. Phased re-opening begins May 29.

Badlands National Park
South Dakota
Status: Open
Camping: Yes
Amenities: Limited
The visitors centers, entrance fee stations, and South Unit of the park are currently closed. But other than that, this badass South Dakota icon and its rugged geologic beauty is mostly open for business as usual.

Big Bend National Park
Texas
Status: Closed
This kayaker paradise along the Rio Grande is hoping to begin phased reopening in June, so chances are you'll be able to explore its waters right around the time temps hit 900 degrees in the Lone Star State.

Biscayne National Park
Florida
Status: Open
Camping: No
Amenities: No
There are no tours available at the moment, and most land activities are suspended, but most of Biscayne is underwater anyway.

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all the rest at the link above