National Park Service, US
APIFree API for US National Park Service data including parks, events, and alerts
Overview
The US National Park Service API offers RESTful access to comprehensive data about national parks, monuments, and recreational areas. Endpoints include parks (filterable by state, activity, or topic), events, safety alerts, visitor centers, and educational resources. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases range from building travel apps for park navigation and event planning to educational tools about US natural and cultural sites, and alert systems for park closures or weather updates. A free API key (via registration) is required, with rate limits for non-commercial usage.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://www.nps.gov/subjects/developer/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful API
- JSON Response Format
- Free API Key (Registration Required)
- Filterable Endpoints (State, Activity, Topic)
- Comprehensive Data (Parks, Events, Alerts, Visitor Centers)
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is the National Park Service, US API free to use?
Yes, the API is free for both non-commercial and commercial use, though commercial users may need to contact NPS for higher rate limits. Registration for an API key is mandatory.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, you must register for a free API key from the NPS Developer Portal to access any of the API endpoints.
? What is the response format?
All responses from the National Park Service API are in JSON format, which is widely compatible with web and mobile applications.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free Access with Registration
- ⊕ Extensive Dataset Covering All US National Parks
- ⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
- ⊕ Regular Data Updates
Cons
- ⊖ Rate Limited (1000 Requests/Hour for Non-Commercial Use)
- ⊖ Requires API Key Registration
- ⊖ Limited Commercial Usage Support Without Approval