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What’s New Version 2.12
Updated the app with the Inter typeface to better align with the NPS digital design system.
Added more opportunities to share feedback throughout the app.
Improved News Releases, Event Details, and Park Home.
Includes bug fixes and stability improvements.
Description
The Official NPS App – Your Ultimate National Park Companion!
Download parks before your visit and use the app when there is no internet.
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
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Version history 25 versions
Build 887609147v2.122026-07-03 18:48:38
Updated the app with the Inter typeface to better align with the NPS digital design system.
Added more opportunities to share feedback throughout the app.
Improved News Releases, Event Details, and Park Home.
Includes bug fixes and stability improvements.
Build 886678761v2.11.12026-06-13 01:17:27
Fixes an isolated issue for users at a single park.
Build 886297962v2.112026-06-01 16:44:04
Added a special section for America’s 250th events to Park Home
Added tour ordering for better self-guided tour sequencing
A long list of under-the-hood improvements
Build 885395809v2.10.12026-05-08 20:27:24
Minor data fixes.
Build 885084518v2.102026-04-30 18:51:44
- Digital Passes: America the Beautiful passes can now be added to the NPS app from your digital wallet.
- Saved Event Notifications: Users now receive a notification before a saved event starts.
- Trails: Enabled trails for Acadia (ACAD).
- Other fixes: Various minor UI and data fixes.
Build 884173193v2.92026-04-17 00:48:27
- Introducing Hikes & Trails (Beta), with trail browsing, filtering, and detailed trail views across a limited set of launch parks.
- Now you can browse park maps to locate upcoming events with improved event details.
- Additional updates that refine UI consistency and usability across key areas of the app.
- Other updates include multiple bug fixes and general performance enhancements.
Build 883679720v2.8.22026-03-25 19:49:11
Update to v2.8 that includes:
- Satellite Connection Support: Detects ultra-constrained/satellite networks and activates "Low Data Mode"
- Transit data and maps for a subset of parks
- Other bug fixes and enhancements
Build 882989119v2.8.12026-03-04 16:47:29
Hotfix for v2.8 that includes:
- Satellite Connection Support: Detects ultra-constrained/satellite networks and activates "Low Data Mode"
- Bug fixes and other enhancements
- Soft launch a new feature that will be announced soon
Build 882820712v2.82026-02-27 19:18:53
- Satellite Connection Support: Detects ultra-constrained/satellite networks and activates "Low Data Mode"
- Bug fixes and other enhancements
Build 881896311v2.7.12026-01-28 16:34:15
This build fixes a pinned events crash, improves offline data handling, adds background photo library tasks, and resolves a tour playback crash in CarPlay.
Build 881500963v2.72026-01-15 22:28:15
Updated the Calendar view on global home and park home to improve how events are prioritized and accessed. Now you can save events and view them on top of park home and the park map.
Release also includes crash fixes, improved deep linking, a new feedback form for collections, and various map improvements.
Build 880612625v2.62025-12-19 14:37:47
We're constantly working behind the scenes to improve your experience! This update is packed with... well, mostly technical stuff. Think speed optimizations, bug fixes, and general "under-the-hood" improvements. Trust us, it's all making a difference so you can rely on the NPS app for your next adventure.
Build 880051665v2.52025-11-25 18:53:19
- Build for iOS 26
Build 879127946v2.42025-10-24 00:32:31
- Weather for multiple areas within large parks
- Send feedback from most place screens to help improve the app and your on-site experience
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
Build 878240618v2.3.12025-09-19 13:29:08
Resolves stability issues for a subset of users.
Build 878053152v2.32025-09-12 13:49:27
- Updates to VoiceOver for improved accessibility features
- Passport stamps now show even for locations outside parks
- Custom weather locations on Park Home
- Plus many general usability improvements and stability enhancements
Build 877260045v2.2.22025-08-14 17:09:21
We’ve made even more under the hood updates to improve the Events calendar.
Speaking of which, hundreds of events take place daily across national parks, so get out there and find your next adventure!
Build 877167153v2.2.12025-08-13 15:51:28
We’ve made under the hood updates to improve the Events calendar. Speaking of which, hundreds of events take place daily across national parks, so get out there and find your next adventure!
Build 876581198v2.22025-07-23 13:12:42
Behind the scenes analytics updates to improve data sync across platforms
Other minor fixes
Build 876425390v2.1.22025-07-16 14:57:39
Minor stability enhancements and small UI updates to keep things running smooth.
Build 876142817v2.1.12025-07-05 13:35:04
• New brochure map option – use the map layers button to switch to the original park brochure as your basemap
• Added AR experiences for Yellowstone, Fort Scott, and Independence – best viewed in the parks, but available at home too
• General stability improvements and fixes to the 2.1 iPad version
Build 876112826v2.12025-07-03 20:15:53
• New brochure map option – use the map layers button to switch to the original park brochure as your basemap
• Added AR experiences for Yellowstone, Fort Scott, and Independence – best viewed in the parks, but available at home too
• General stability improvements
Build 874789321v2.0.32025-05-15 16:06:43
Bug fixes and stability enhancements.
Build 874598050v2.0.22025-05-07 22:31:55
- Restored the previous Visited Parks list, which was temporarily hidden for some users. Note: these lists are not yet synced with the new photo-based visit tracking.
- Updated how visitor center hours are displayed for better clarity. More improvements are coming soon.
- Improved grouping and sorting on the “Find a Park” screen.
- Fixed a crash affecting driving tours.
- Plus, various bug fixes and performance enhancements.
Build 874310179v2.0.12025-04-25 18:41:20
Minor stability fix for the new v2.0 with the following updates:
New App Home
Enjoy a refreshed home screen featuring helpful articles, tips, and tools to help you plan and prepare for your next park adventure.
Track Your Park Visits
Use the new Visited feature to log parks you’ve explored and see your journey across the National Park System—all in one place. Full photos access is required to log photos.
Park of the Day Widget
Discover a different park every day, right from your home screen. To add the widget, long-press an empty area on your home screen, tap “Edit Home Screen,” then tap the + icon and scroll to "National Park Service."
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| Region | Language | Price | Ratings | Avg | Version |
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| US | en-US | Free | 113.6k | 4.9 | 2.12 |
Change log 29 changes · US
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releaseNotes updated
Updated the app with the Inter typeface to better align with the NPS digital design system.
Added more opportunities to share feedback throughout the app.
Imp
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description updated
The Official NPS App – Your Ultimate National Park Companion!
Download parks before your visit and use the app when there is no internet.
• Explore 420+ nati
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subtitle updated
The official app of 420+ parks
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name updated
National Park Service
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Version 2.12 released
Updated the app with the Inter typeface to better align with the NPS digital design system.
Added more opportunities to share feedback throughout the app.
Improved News Releases, Event Details, and Park Home.
Includes bug fixes and stabi
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Version 2.11.1 released
Fixes an isolated issue for users at a single park.
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Version 2.11 released
Added a special section for America’s 250th events to Park Home
Added tour ordering for better self-guided tour sequencing
A long list of under-the-hood improvements
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Version 2.10.1 released
Minor data fixes.
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Version 2.10 released
- Digital Passes: America the Beautiful passes can now be added to the NPS app from your digital wallet.
- Saved Event Notifications: Users now receive a notification before a saved event starts.
- Trails: Enabled trails for Acadia (ACAD).
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Version 2.9 released
- Introducing Hikes & Trails (Beta), with trail browsing, filtering, and detailed trail views across a limited set of launch parks.
- Now you can browse park maps to locate upcoming events with improved event details.
- Additional updates t
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Version 2.8.2 released
Update to v2.8 that includes:
- Satellite Connection Support: Detects ultra-constrained/satellite networks and activates "Low Data Mode"
- Transit data and maps for a subset of parks
- Other bug fixes and enhancements
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Version 2.8.1 released
Hotfix for v2.8 that includes:
- Satellite Connection Support: Detects ultra-constrained/satellite networks and activates "Low Data Mode"
- Bug fixes and other enhancements
- Soft launch a new feature that will be announced soon
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Version 2.8 released
- Satellite Connection Support: Detects ultra-constrained/satellite networks and activates "Low Data Mode"
- Bug fixes and other enhancements
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Version 2.7.1 released
This build fixes a pinned events crash, improves offline data handling, adds background photo library tasks, and resolves a tour playback crash in CarPlay.
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Version 2.7 released
Updated the Calendar view on global home and park home to improve how events are prioritized and accessed. Now you can save events and view them on top of park home and the park map.
Release also includes crash fixes, improved deep linkin
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Version 2.6 released
We're constantly working behind the scenes to improve your experience! This update is packed with... well, mostly technical stuff. Think speed optimizations, bug fixes, and general "under-the-hood" improvements. Trust us, it's all making a
◆
Version 2.5 released
- Build for iOS 26
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Version 2.4 released
- Weather for multiple areas within large parks
- Send feedback from most place screens to help improve the app and your on-site experience
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
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Version 2.3.1 released
Resolves stability issues for a subset of users.
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Version 2.3 released
- Updates to VoiceOver for improved accessibility features
- Passport stamps now show even for locations outside parks
- Custom weather locations on Park Home
- Plus many general usability improvements and stability enhancements
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Version 2.2.2 released
We’ve made even more under the hood updates to improve the Events calendar.
Speaking of which, hundreds of events take place daily across national parks, so get out there and find your next adventure!
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Version 2.2.1 released
We’ve made under the hood updates to improve the Events calendar. Speaking of which, hundreds of events take place daily across national parks, so get out there and find your next adventure!
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Version 2.2 released
Behind the scenes analytics updates to improve data sync across platforms
Other minor fixes
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Version 2.1.2 released
Minor stability enhancements and small UI updates to keep things running smooth.
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Version 2.1.1 released
• New brochure map option – use the map layers button to switch to the original park brochure as your basemap
• Added AR experiences for Yellowstone, Fort Scott, and Independence – best viewed in the parks, but available at home too
• Gen
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Version 2.1 released
• New brochure map option – use the map layers button to switch to the original park brochure as your basemap
• Added AR experiences for Yellowstone, Fort Scott, and Independence – best viewed in the parks, but available at home too
• Gen
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Version 2.0.3 released
Bug fixes and stability enhancements.
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Version 2.0.2 released
- Restored the previous Visited Parks list, which was temporarily hidden for some users. Note: these lists are not yet synced with the new photo-based visit tracking.
- Updated how visitor center hours are displayed for better clarity. Mor
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Version 2.0.1 released
Minor stability fix for the new v2.0 with the following updates:
New App Home
Enjoy a refreshed home screen featuring helpful articles, tips, and tools to help you plan and prepare for your next park adventure.
Track Your Park Visits
Use