News and reports from the Department of the Interior.

News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, the Biden-Harris administration took action to protect the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and surrounding watershed, a spectacular network of rivers, lakes and forests in northeastern Minnesota that comprise the most heavily visited wilderness area in the United States.

News Release: Bismarck, ND - The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a volunteer campground host for the Chain of Lakes (West Park Lake, East Park Lake, Heckers Lake, and New Johns Lake) 2023 recreation season. Hosts are responsible for meeting and greeting campers, answering visitor questions, and helping to inform the public of rules and regulations. Hosts are provided with a full hookup campsite and a small stipend to help cover incidental expenses.

News Release: Quick Facts. Location: Lost Mine Trail. Amenities. 1 listed. Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits. Lechuguilla is an indicator plant of the Chihuahuan Desert, meaning it only grows in this region. After storing nutrients for 5-10 years, it sends up a bloom stalk that may be 15 feet tall. Like the...

The US Interior Department published a three page rule on Jan. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Jan. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

News Release: WASHINGTON - Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor today wrapped up a trip to Hawai’i, Guam and Saipan. Her visit included valuable opportunities to highlight U.S. investments, the importance of partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region, and the Biden-Harris administration’s recently launched first-ever National Strategy to Advance Equity, Justice, and Opportunity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities.

News Release: Quick Facts. Location: 2200 D Street, Gering, NE 69341. MANAGED BY: City of Gering. Amenities. 4 listed. Accessible Sites, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Scenic View/Photo Spot. The first trading post at Robidoux Pass was established by either Joseph or Antoine Robidoux. Traders...

News Release: * Return to The Civil War.

News Release: Quick Facts. Location: The restrooms at Spangler's Spring are open seasonally. These restrooms are located near Spangler's Spring, Auto Tour Stop 13, down a path that runs along Geary Avenue. GPS: 39.813670, -77.218250. Amenities. 1 listed. Restroom - Seasonal. The restrooms at Spangler's Spring are open...

The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Jan. 26, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

News Release: The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington. Much of the trail follows the original remnants of the Battle Road: Where thousands of Colonial Militia and British Regulars fought a bloody engagement...

News Release: Northern green frogs are most abundant and at most wetlands.

News Release: Quick Facts. Location: These restrooms are located adjacent to the Pennsylvania Memorial along Humphreys Avenue. GPS: 39.807181, -77.234603. Amenities. 1 listed. Restroom - Seasonal. The restrooms near the Pennsylvania Memorial are open seasonally. Gettysburg National Military Park. You Might Also Like...

The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Jan. 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

News Release: Civil War to Civil Rights. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park has occupied a prominent place in American history from the very start. Home to an armory and arsenal starting in 1799, it is most famous for its role in John Brown’s raid. While John Brown’s raid was a significant moment, there is so...