This strict new ID rule rolling out in American National Parks in 2026 could make it difficult for visitors who are unprepared, and will likely slow park entry.

Some of America's most popular national parks are now charging much higher fees for foreign tourists, but not everyone appears to be in the loop.

From Northern Lights in Denali to whale watching in Maui, these U.S. national parks offer rare winter experiences without peak-season crowds.

Advocates for the policy say the additional revenue could help the parks, while other park supporters worry the price increase will have knock-on effects.

How to visit U.S. national parks for free in 2026 with special passes, free entry days, and tips for saving on admission—even at the country’s top parks.

Several major changes are coming to U.S. national parks in 2026 to mark America's 250th anniversary. There will be more "patriotic fee-free days" for U.S. residents, replacing some previous free days like MLK Day and Juneteenth.

FILE: Dave Rempel, 28, a biologist with the Institute for Wildlife Studies, carries a juvenile bald eagle in a kennel to a hack tower on Santa Cruz Island. The National Park Service released seven juvenile bald eagles on Santa Cruz Island on Thursday, May 2, 2005.

National parks in the U.S. are some of the most loved and revered places in the country. We all know the big players: the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Zion are just a few that seem to make their way onto travel bucket lists year after year.

Here's what park guests will see that's new when they visit Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and Shasta Trinity National Forest in 2026.