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Alerts for national parks in the National Park Service.
This is a best-effort service, and should be used for informational purposes only.
Created by @jonsagara.
Mount Rainier National Park #mora #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/12/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Paradise Road Status: Open, traction tires advised, gate closing at 4 p.m.
04/12/2026 The Paradise Road is open. Traction tires are advised. All vehicles, including 4WD and AWD, must carry tire chains and be ready to use them. The gate at Longmire to Paradise will close to uphill travel at 4 p.m. and downhill travel at 5 p.m. to support public (1/2)
visitors, and residents are asked to reduce water use wherever possible.
https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/additional-water-conservation-measures-april-11.htm (2/2)
Grand Canyon National Park #grca #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/11/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Water Conservation Measures in Effect for South Rim
The South Rim is under water conservation measures due to a series of pipeline breaks in the inner canyon. The park remains open, however, the following changes are in place: Camper Services has closed; water spigots at Mather Campground and Desert View are off, and outdoor wood and charcoal fires are prohibited. Park concessioners, (1/2)
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park #havo #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/10/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Highway 11, Park Entrance and Crater Rim Drive East Reopen
Highway 11 is open near the park entrance. The park entrance, Crater Rim Drive East and Chain of Craters Road are open. Other volcanic-related safety closures are in place. Stay out of closed areas for your safety.
Olympic National Park #olym #nationalpark
ℹ️ Information ℹ️
Issued: 4/9/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Hurricane Ridge Road Status 4/9/26
Hurricane Ridge Road is open. During the period of March 31 through April 30, Hurricane Ridge Road may open or close depending on road conditions, and weather. Check back here or call 360-565-3131 for updates.
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park #havo #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/8/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Mauna Loa Summit and Cabin Closed for Severe Weather
Mauna Loa Summit and Cabin are closed due to severe weather effective April 8, 2026. Red Hill Cabin and Pu'u'ula'ula are open but only accessible via a backcountry hike from the trailhead past Mauna Loa Observatory. This trail to Red Hill is covered by lava from the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption.
Mount Rainier National Park #mora #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/7/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Regular nightly closures of the Longmire gate have ended for the season.
The gate at Longmire to Paradise may still close for the night to support public safety depending on conditions. All vehicles, including 4WD and AWD, must carry tire chains and be ready to use them until May 1.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park #blca #nationalpark
⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 4/7/2026 12:00 AM EDT
Winter Closures
The following areas are still closed for the winter season: All North Rim facilities and vehicle access. North Rim Road is closed to vehicles and gated at the park boundary. Pedestrians and bicycles are currently allowed on closed roads, conditions permitting. Use caution and be aware of road maintenance equipment. Estimated reopening early May.
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