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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site

Bright Angel Trailhead is located just west of Bright Angel Lodge, Lookout Studio, and Kolb Studio. At 6,840 feet (2,085 m), it provides access for hikers and mules to many inner canyon destinations. From the Hermit Road Interchange shuttle bus stops, it is a short walk to the east, and up a hill, on a paved footpath to the trailhead. This winter, a number of trail closures (on parts of Bright Angel Trail) are in effect. Click on the link for details.

Colorado National Monument

Ute Canyon Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

Ute Canyon Trail can be accessed from above or below. The upper trailhead is on Rim Rock Drive and begins with a half-mile steep descent on switchbacks down to the canyon bottom. The lower access is from Wildwood Trailhead outside the Monument. Follow Liberty Cap or Corkscrew Trails up to the connection with Ute Canyon.

Colorado National Monument

Serpents Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

The lower trailhead for Serpents Trail in Colorado National Monument begins just inside the Grand Junction Entrance near Devils Kitchen Picnic Area. The upper trailhead begins 2.3 miles up Rim Rock Drive from the lower trailhead, just past the tunnel.

Colorado National Monument

Old Gordon Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

Old Gordon Trail in Colorado National Monument begins at the Devils Kitchen Trailhead, just inside the East (Grand Junction) Entrance. Trail travels uphill on sandstone slabs most of the way.

Colorado National Monument

Monument Canyon Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

Monument Canyon Trail in Colorado National Monument has upper access from Rim Rock Drive and a lower trailhead accessed from outside the Monument. Trail travels along the feet of many of the named monoliths.

Colorado National Monument

Liberty Cap Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

Liberty Cap Trail in Colorado National Monument has upper access from Rim Rock Drive and lower access from Wildwood Trailhead. The Liberty Cap rock formation is a dome of Wingate Sandstone at the foot of Monument Mesa.

Jimmy Carter National Historical Park

Burial Site of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

Type: Place

The Burial Site of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park is a place of reflection and remembrance, honoring the legacy of the 39th President of the United States and the former First Lady.

Colorado National Monument

CCC Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

The CCC Trail travels steeply between Black Ridge and Rim Rock Drive, connecting access to several scenic trails in Colorado National Monument.

Colorado National Monument

Black Ridge Trail (Colorado National Monument)

Type: Place

Black Ridge Trail follows some of the highest elevations in Colorado National Monument. Trailhead access begins near Saddlehorn Visitor Center, CCC Trail, and Upper Liberty Cap Trail.

Chesapeake Bay

St. Clement’s Island Museum

Type: Place

Discover the St Clement’s Island Museum where Maryland's founding story comes to life. Explore exhibits that highlight the rich history of the Piscataway People and early settlers. Stand on the historic island where the first English settlers landed in 1634, accessible by water taxi. Experience the beauty of the Potomac River and immerse yourself in the culture that shaped the Chesapeake Bay. Don’t miss the chance to learn and explore this unique site in St. Mary’s County.

Desegregation in the "Cradle of Liberty"

Type: Article

The struggle for equal education in Boston began in the late 1780s and continued through the 1970s when turbulent protests engulfed the city. Historic sites that now comprise the National Parks of Boston served as the setting for several of the movement's most contentious moments.

Homestead National Historical Park

Cupid Steward

Type: Person

In 1879, Steward submitted homesteadapplication number 9952at the Huntsville, Alabamalandoffice, requesting a patent for160and19/100 acres of land atthesouthwest quadrantof Section 14, Township3S, Range 6E in JacksonCounty, Alabama.

Historical and Future Climate Patterns at Rocky Mountain National Park: Some Biological Implications

Type: Article

Climate change has the potential to profoundly alter national parks, affecting plants, animals, and cultural resources. During this time of unusually rapid change, proactive management—planning ahead—has a better chance of success than reacting to crises after they arise. This article compares historical climate patterns at Rocky Mountain National Park with future projected conditions to help park managers proactively plan for climate change.

The Memorial House Museum

Type: Place

Learn about the decade-long effort to build a Memorial House to honor George Washington at his birthplace.

Guide to the Working Files of NPS Employees

Type: Article

This thematic guide provides a list of the working files for National Park Service (NPS) employees found in various archival collections within the NPS History Collection.

Harpers Ferry Center

Historic Listing of NPS Park, Program, and Office Codes

Type: Article

This guide provides a current and historic listing of National Park Service (NPS) three- or four-letter codes used to represent parks, programs, and regional offices. It is intended to be used together with NPS History Collection finding aids for collections which include these codes, although it may be useful for other purposes.

Capitol Reef National Park