Wizard Island in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
The National Park Service turns 100 on August 25, 2016, so now’s a good time to start planning your visits for the coming year. This centennial celebration has actually been in the works for 10 years. On August 25, 2006 – the 90th anniversary of the National Park Service (NPS)– the Secretary of the Interior launched the National Park Centennial Initiative to prepare national parks for another century of conservation, preservation and enjoyment. So not only does this special birthday mark the achievements of the past 100 years, but it also looks to the future. From the establishment of the first park in 1872—Yellowstone—national parks
Grand Canyon National Park
Joshua Tree National Park
Mark your calendars for these free entrance days in 2016:
Mt. Rainier National Park
• January 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• April 16-24: National Park Week
• August 25-28: National Park Service Birthday Weekend
• September 24: National Public Lands Day
• November 11: Veterans Day
Yellowstone National Park
Grand Teton National Park
In celebration of the upcoming centennial, the NPS hopes to inspire all people to connect with, enjoy, and support America’s national parks. So why not do just that, and if your trip timing is right, take advantage of the free admission days and save some money while you explore.
IF YOU GO:
Click here for more information on 2016 free admission days at national park properties.
Visit findyourpark.com to plan your trips for 2016 and beyond.
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