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Park Visitors and Advocates Lament Partial Openings of National Parks During Shutdown

Limited staff and closed facilities raise risks of vandalism and safety issues, while parks still attract millions annually, officials said.

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Great Falls, Virginia (CNN) — Several visitors just couldn’t wait for the weekend to get into Great Falls Park in northern Virginia.

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Park visitors and advocates lament partial openings of National Parks during shutdown

Great Falls, Virginia (CNN) — Several visitors just couldn’t wait for the weekend to get into Great Falls Park in northern Virginia.

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Stay out of national parks during US shutdown, conservationists warn

Reduced staffing at national parks means visitors are "really taking your chances", conservationists say.

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BBC News broke the news in United Kingdom on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
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