
National Park Week
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DiscoverFrom scenic vistas to renowned historic sites – there are over 400 national park sites to explore and learn about! Make National Park Week the time you visit a park new to you. Learn more about national parks and plan your next trip.
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ShareOur national parks are powerful places to discover things about our world, our stories, and ourselves. Share your favorite experiences and stories about your time spent in parks and follow NPF on social media.
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JoinOur parks give us so many things – it’s important we support them too. Join the National Park Foundation and learn about the many ways you can ensure our parks thrive. Donate to support our parks today.
Join the Celebration
National parks are powerful places that have many meanings and connections to those who visit them – our shared history, our sense of discovery, and our dreams of the future. They teach us about ourselves and the world around us, and invite us to continue to learn, grow, and explore. National Park Week is a time to reflect on what parks mean to us, enjoy what they provide to their visitors and communities, and commit to protecting these places we cherish.

As the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service (NPS), the National Park Foundation (NPF) was born out of the action of ordinary citizens who wanted to establish, expand, and enhance our national parks. Today, NPF raises and allocates critical funds to bring this vision to life, providing grants that protect all parks have to offer and encourage everyone to discover their own personal connections to these places.
We invite you to help us celebrate our national parks during National Park Week! Throughout the week, we will be highlighting ways to discover new things about the 400+ national parks protected by NPS and the ways NPF, our partners, and park lovers are helping support parks through innovative and impactful programs and projects. Join in on the festivities!
Did you know there are more than 400 national parks across the country? There's so much to explore and National Park Week is the perfect time to get out there and discover a new park.

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NPF ResourceNPF Travel GuidesOnce you have a park in mind, plan your next vacation or trip with NPF’s exclusive Owner’s Guides. Get travel tips, planning ideas, and more.
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Mark Your CalendarEnjoy a Fee-Free Day in a ParkFee-free days are some of the best times to explore a new park. Each year, NPS designates special days when parks that normally charge an entrance fee offer free admission to everyone.
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QuizFind Your Park QuizUsing the Find Your Park Quiz, you can find new parks, nearby parks, and those best suited to your particular needs and wants. Just provide the answers and the quiz will offer the perfect park pairing.
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Find an EventCelebrate at a ParkCheck out featured events, as well as in-person and virtual programs, happening at parks across the country during National Park Week.
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Travel SafelyRecreate ResponsiblyWhether you’re seeking wide-open spaces or exploring a historic neighborhood, it’s important to remember to #RecreateResponsibly. Plan ahead, know before you go, and when you leave the park, follow Leave No Trace principles.
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NPS AppKeep Parks at Your FingertipsThe National Park Service app has tools to explore parks nationwide, including interactive maps, tours of park locations, on-the-ground accessibility, and more. The free app is available for iOS and Android devices.
Check out some of the amazing park activities happening during National Park Week, as well as ways you can get involved in the national park community all year long!
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April 25, 1-2:30pm EDTConservation Leaders EventJoin this virtual discussion to learn about service corps and how these programs offer young adults opportunities to protect and preserve our parks.
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April 26, 9pm EDT#ParkChatCelebrate National Park Week with @NationalParkFdn, @59NationalParks, and other park enthusiasts on Twitter by joining #ParkChat Wednesday, April 26 at 9:00 PM Eastern. We’ll tweet a series of questions that spark conversations about why we love national parks, the adventures we’ve had, and what we’ve learned in parks.
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April 22Park Rx DayVisiting our national parks provide a wealth of physical and mental health benefits. During Park Rx Day, a Fee-Free Day in 2023, get yourself to a park and make the most of all they have to offer.
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April 29National Junior Ranger DayNo matter what age you are, you’re invited to become a Junior Ranger on National Junior Ranger Day. See if a park near you is hosting any activities or participate in an online Junior Ranger program to earn your badge!
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April 17 - 23National Volunteer WeekWith over 85 million acres to protect, NPS has many projects that could use an extra hand. During National Volunteer Week, learn about how to get involved and pitch-in at a national park near you.
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Bring Parks Wherever You GoParks at HomeWith virtual tours, webcams, and educational activities for young park enthusiasts, there are many ways to bring the history, landscapes, and stories of national parks with you wherever you go.
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Downloadable ActivitiesParkcadeFrom crosswords and word searches to park trivia and coloring pages - there's something for everyone to enjoy in our digital park-cade, including National Park Week adventure travel bingo and special desktop backgrounds!
Check out some of the work NPF and our partners are doing to help protect our parks and create unique experiences to ensure all people can find their own connections to parks.
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Open OutDoors for KidsOpening New Doors for Urban ParksNPF funding enabled San Antonio Missions National Historical Park to engage a team of seasonal education rangers, scaling their field trip program to reach 20,000 students in just one year.
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Reducing Waste Sent to LandfillsWaste Not, Want NotYosemite National Park’s compositing and fuel cylinder diversion and recycling programs have grown tremendously. Meet Tina Moseley, the woman leading the charge.
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Service CorpsTrailblazersA crew of recent college grads found community and conservation career paths while working on the Leaders of Color Crew through longtime NPF partner Southwest Conservation Corps at Mesa Verde National Park.



During National Park Week and all year long, help share the experience of our national parks by following NPF on social media and online. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn, and sign up for our email newsletters for the latest news, ideas, and NPF updates about the parks and our work.