10/03/2025

A Running List for Travelers of What’s Open during the Shutdown

Some national parks are open with limited staffing

The shutdown of the federal government this week has sent some travelers into a state of disappointment and confusion as they weigh plans to visit properties managed by the National Park Service. While outdoor national parks remain largely open, there are no workers to staff some historic sites and visitor centers, or direct some tours.

Some sites are closed off. Some are allowed to stay open. Or left in a partially functioning state.

Figuring out what is still accessible requires legwork; specific information has been sparse on government websites that are typically updated to reflect weather emergencies and traffic anomalies. (Air travel will continue mostly unimpeded; Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers and air traffic controlers have exemptions to work without pay, which could contribute to long lines and delays.)

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