
National Parks in Crisis – Hiring Freeze & Layoffs Leave Them Struggling
Brandon Naylor
The National Park Service faces a severe hiring freeze and layoffs, impacting parks nationwide. With 1,000 employees cut and 2,000 job offers rescinded, parks are struggling to operate efficiently, leading to closures, reservation delays, and safety concerns. Yosemite National Park is among the hardest hit. Learn how this crisis affects visitors, what’s next, and how you can help keep our parks thriving.