NPS

One of the earliest spring wildflowers is the Bloodroot.  The leaf helps protect it from cold temperatures and late snows.

News sometimes happens fast or is unexpected. This is where we will try to post what is going on in the park or direct you to where you can get the information you need. 

Wells are now closed for the season. Wells are opened in the spring after all danger of freezing is past. Typically they may not all be working until near Memorial Day and occasionally one has to be shut down or malfunctions during the summer for a short period. Wells are shut down in the fall before freezing weather is expected, typically during September. Locations of wells can be found on the maps for different segments of the river. The following list are wells that are currently maintained:
Earl
Howell
McDowell
Eagles Nest
Osceola

Occasionally a well is inoperable, it is good to have a back up plan for water, just in case.