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As the coronavirus spreads across the nation, its impacts have finally reached national parks. The National Park Service has begun to close especially crowded locations within the system, while avoiding all-out closures.
With spring break approaching, large crowds normally surge in parks such as Zion and the Grand Canyon. Although hotel reservations are slumping and some visitors may hold off on their vacation, campers remain energized.
If you're still one of those headed for the parks, it's best to follow some tips to stay healthy, including avoiding especially popular national park sites and exploring less-crowded parks and public lands.
The official list of National Park Service closures includes the Washington Monument, Alcatraz Island, and numerous sites within Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
Mapping the legacy of drilling in a protected monument
A new Center for Western Priorities mapping analysis shows oil and gas wells within Canyons of the Ancients National Monument in southwestern Colorado. Many of the wells have been shut in, but not properly abandoned, including several from operators who are either bankrupt or can no longer operate within the state.
COVID-19
In the context of the Coronavirus disease, Look West will be released slightly later in the morning for the next few weeks. Stay safe out there, and we hope that public lands can play a role in your social distancing activities!
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