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I'm Jason Epperson. This is RV Miles and it's time for this month's National Park News Roundup.

The winter of 2022 to 2023 will undoubtedly be remembered for years to come.

Having unleashed a torrent of snowfall that

blanketed much of the Western United States. While this led to a record-breaking

ski season and a spring rafting season for the books, it also left a trail of destruction causing considerable damage

to some of our beloved national parks and prompting temporary closures in others. At the heart of this winter's impact is the substantial snow pack, which while replenishing water tables and providing a much needed boost to the west,

parched river basins, has also strained park infrastructure and led to an array of issues.

From Rockfall and road damage in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

in California, Sierra Nevada, to flood warnings and Yosemite and campgrounds still

under snow at Grand Canyon.

The effects of this intense winter have been far reaching.

As the National Parks worked tirelessly to clear the snow, repair road damage, and return to normalcy, it's important for potential visitors

to remain informed about the current status of parks and plan accordingly.

A snapshot of park delays and closures includes Great Basin National Park in Nevada,

where Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive, Wheeler Peak Campground and the popular Alpine Lakes Loop hike

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