NPS campgrounds closed during shutdown
This is more of a question than a statement. I did just try recreation.gov to see if was taking applications to camp at Flamingo campground in the everglades. The site is down due to the shutdown. ...
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huachuca wrote:
I've seen several reports indicating the National Parks will remain open but all facilities (visitor centers, restrooms, etc) will be closed and locked. Campgrounds will remain but no amenities will be provided.
We were in Big Bend NP for the last go round of this. After a couple of days, we finally found a ranger who told us we should leave but, since they weren't working, they couldn't make us go.
General park employees (AKA "Rangers") will not be working.
However, NPS Law Enforcement Officers (AKA LEO's) are considered essential employees and will be working. If the campground is closed, you can bet they will show up and make you leave.
