The government shutdown is rippling out to America’s national parks in a hodgepodge manner: Trash cans overflow at some, while others are largely unaffected https://t.co/vTd5QBmwK5 ...

Stay out of national parks during US shutdown, conservationists warn https://t.co/16luMntl0R ...

National Parks To Furlough Nearly 9,300 Staff But Stay Partially Open During Shutdown—Here’s What To Knowhttps://t.co/QYv6WODji2 https://t.co/rEJClEjTDZ ...

Travel Industry Trends - October is highlighted as an optimal month for visiting five U_S_ national parks due to favorable weather, reduced crowds, and seasonal events [1] - The shoulder season in October offers unique experiences like elk bugling in the Rockies and apple harvests in Utah [1]

Republicans in Congress should protect National Parks and other public lands, which bring tourist dollars to their districts, argues @Erika_D_Smith (via @opinion) https://t.co/cqjUGyAp6L ...

Travel Destinations - Suggests visiting 5 U S National Parks in October [1]

The Best National Parks In The U.S., According To Preservationistshttps://t.co/Q7AW9olbhE https://t.co/kekN7dY97J ...

What about travel dupes or alternative destinations for budget conscious travelers. Any suggestions there. >> I love a travel dupe and one of the most popular destinations for American travelers in Europe is actually a travel dupe and it's Portugal.Portugal once you are in the country, low cost to stay, to eat, for experiences. It's a beautiful country. It also has access to much of the rest of Europe by bus, train, and plane.and lowcost carriers fly from the east coast of the US to Portugal. So you can typ ...

National Parks May Be Spared Deeper Budget Cuts In 2026—Amid Flurry Of Grassroots Protestshttps://t.co/X4tgqMjfvF https://t.co/E9lMl3iPpp ...

Government Policy - The U S government is planning to increase entrance fees for foreign travelers to national parks [1] Tourism Industry Impact - The Department of the Interior is tasked with developing a plan to increase entrance fees [1]