Labor Day weekend is fast approaching, and for many Americans, that means one final summer adventure into the great outdoors. National parks—like Yellowstone, Zion, and Olympic—remain top destinations for camping, hiking, and soaking in nature before fall begins. But this year, extreme fire danger could significantly alter that experience.

This summer has been particularly bad for fires in national parks. The most heartbreaking being the recent fires that wrecked the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and destroyed the park's most iconic attraction, the historic Grand Canyon Lodge .

Persistent heat, prolonged drought, and active wildfire threats have led several major parks to implement fire restrictions—some banning campfires entirely. Whether you’re planning to roast marshmallows with t

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