This March 12, 2020 photo provided by Katarina Takahashi shows Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colo. Most national parks are open as a refuge for Americans tired of being stuck at home because of the coronavirus. Entry fees have been eliminated, but many parks are closing visitor centers, shuttles and lodges to fight the spread of the virus. (Katarina Takahashi via AP)
March 19, 2020
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March 19, 2020 5:13 p.m.
National parks are free, but some oppose that amid the virus
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Most national parks are open as a refuge for Americans tired of being stuck at home during a pandemic, but despite now being free to visit, people may find it more difficult to enjoy them as parks close visitor centers, shuttles, lodges and restaurants to fight the spread of the coronavirus.