# @nationalparkservice on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DcY2vNAltGS
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69638177-nationalparkservice-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-23T15:53:48.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** National Park Service (@nationalparkservice) — https://gondola.cc/nationalparkservice

## Caption

Things that remain unimpressed by your plans:

Weather. Wildlife. Water. Cliffs. Gravity. Bison. That ranger over there. Basically, the entire park.

National Park Week is a great time to pause for a moment and talk about safety in national parks. “I thought everything would be fine” is technically not a great plan.

We get it. National parks are beautiful, you’re on vacation, but they’re wild places. Weather can change quickly. Trails can be steep or slippery. Water can be deceptively dangerous. Wildlife, like your in-laws, can be unpredictable. Honk! Traffic can traffic whether in an urban park or in the country. And finally, cliffs remain very committed to being cliffs.

So, before you head out, check the weather and trail conditions, bring enough water and snacks to avoid any hangry outbursts (please eat a granola bar), wear appropriate footwear, stay on designated trails, and know your limits. P.S. Lava is still hot. Let’s keep it going. Keep a safe distance from wildlife, and tell someone where you’re going when heading into more remote areas. Manners. 

In conclusion, a little planning can go a long way toward making sure your park adventure ends with great memories rather than an unexpectedly detailed conversation with a ranger. “You did what?” Bonus points for trusting common sense. It’s free, portable, and surprisingly useful in national parks too. 

Thank you for making it all the way to the end of this post. According to a completely unscientific study we just conducted by looking at absolutely nothing, at least 70% of you probably didn’t make it this far. To the remaining 30%: congratulations. You are now among the most highly informed park visitors.

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#NationalParkWeek #SafetySunday

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| National Park Service | @nationalparkservice | https://gondola.cc/nationalparkservice | Government Organization |

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safetysunday, nationalparkweek

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