DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR EXPANDS ACCESS AT NATIONAL PARKS TO ENHANCE VISITOR EXPERIENCE

Washington, Feb. 18 -- Rep. Mike Kennedy issued the following press release:

The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced new visitor access plans for Summer 2026 at Arches, Glacier, Rocky Mountain, and Yosemite National Parks, designed to expand public access while maintaining safety and resource protection. Arches National Park, for example, will not implement a timed entry system, allowing visitors more flexible access while parks monitor congestion and parking.

The DOI is working closely with state and local partners, increasing seasonal staffing and operational readiness, and deploying targeted traffic and parking measures when necessary. These strategies ensure parks remain accessible while preserving their natural beauty for futu...