"National parks are full of awe, discovery, and even mystery. They sooth our souls, nudge us towards introspection, and awaken our senses.

They help clean our air and waters, provide for an incredible diversity of nature, and protect and tell the nation’s history.

For the past 21 years, the National Parks Traveler has worked to keep the public informed not only on these aspects of the National Park System but on how the National Park Service and Congress have managed these incredible lands that are owned by the American taxpayers. The first news organization to focus its efforts solely on national parks and protected areas, the Traveler has drawn acclaim for its efforts to keep the public informed on the parks.

Today, however, the Traveler is suspending operations due to insufficient funding."

Kurt Repanshek reports for the National Parks Traveler June 30, 2026. [2]