U.S. national parks are bracing for a challenging summer as staffing shortages due to layoffs and hiring freezes present uncertainty around visitor experiences. As pointed out by Phil Francis of the Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks, this may delay the opening of key facilities and result in inadequate upkeep of campsites and restrooms. Visitors are encouraged to check facility availability in advance and consider visiting less-popular parks like Capitol Reef National Park, which offers a quieter experience, especially during peak times.
“The recent changes might affect the timeliness of opening certain facilities in the parks, such as the visitor center and campgrounds,” Francis notes, highlighting impending challenges.
“I would recommend that the people who do want to visit a national park call ahead and find out which facilities will be open while they're there,” suggests Francis, signaling prudent planning.
Utah's Capitol Reef National Park, known for its colorful canyons and majestic cliffs, is recommended as a less crowded alternative by RVshare, attracting fewer visitors annually.
Almost 70 percent of travelers prefer to seek hidden gems off the beaten path rather than historic landmarks, as noted in a recent survey by RVshare.
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