National Parks MCP Server

# National Parks MCP Server [](https://smithery.ai/server/@KyrieTangSheng/mcp-server-nationalparks) MCP Server for the National Park Service (NPS) API, providing real-time information about U.S. National Parks, including park details, alerts, and activities. ## Tools 1. `findParks` - Search for national parks based on various criteria - Inputs: - `stateCode` (optional string): Filter parks by state code (e.g., "CA" for California). Multiple states can be comma-separated (e.g., "CA,OR,WA") - `q` (optional string): Search term to filter parks by name or description - `limit` (optional number): Maximum number of parks to return (default: 10, max: 50) - `start` (optional number): Start position for results (useful for pagination) - `activities` (optional string): Filter by available activities (e.g., "hiking,camping") - Returns: Matching parks with detailed information 2. `getParkDetails` - Get comprehensive information about a specific national park - Inputs: - `parkCode` (string): The park code of the national park (e.g., "yose" for Yosemite, "grca" for Grand Canyon) - Returns: Detailed park information including descriptions, hours, fees, contacts, and activities 3. `getAlerts` - Get current alerts for national parks including closures, hazards, and important information - Inputs: - `parkCode` (optional string): Filter alerts by park code (e.g., "yose" for Yosemite). Multiple parks can be comma-separated (e.g., "yose,grca") - `limit` (optional number): Maximum number of alerts to return (default: 10, max: 50) - `start` (optional number): Start position for results (useful for pagination) - `q` (optional string): Search term to filter alerts by title or description - Returns: Current alerts organized by park 4. `getVisitorCenters` - Get information about visitor centers and their operating hours - Inputs: - `parkCode` (optional string): Filter visitor centers by park code (e.g., "yose" for Yosemite). Multiple parks can be comma-separated (e.g., "yose,grca") - `limit` (optional number): Maximum number of visitor centers to return (default: 10, max: 50) - `start` (optional number): Start position for results (useful for pagination) - `q` (optional string): Search term to filter visitor centers by name or description - Returns: Visitor center information including location, hours, and contact details 5. `getCampgrounds` - Get information about available campgrounds and their amenities - Inputs: - `parkCode` (optional string): Filter campgrounds by park code (e.g., "yose" for Yosemite). Multiple parks can be comma-separated (e.g., "yose,grca") - `limit` (optional number): Maximum number of campgrounds to return (default: 10, max: 50) - `start` (optional number): Start position for results (useful for pagination) - `q` (optional string): Search term to filter campgrounds by name or description - Returns: Campground information including amenities, fees, and reservation details 6. `getEvents` - Find upcoming events at parks - Inputs: - `parkCode` (optional string): Filter events by park code (e.g., "yose" for Yosemite). Multiple parks can be comma-separated (e.g., "yose,grca") - `limit` (optional number): Maximum number of events to return (default: 10, max: 50) - `start` (optional number): Start position for results (useful for pagination) - `dateStart` (optional string): Start date for filtering events (format: YYYY-MM-DD) - `dateEnd` (optional string): End date for filtering events (format: YYYY-MM-DD) - `q` (optional string): Search term to filter events by title or description - Returns: Event information including dates, times, and descriptions ## Setup ### Installing via Smithery To install mcp-server-nationalparks for Claude Desktop automatically via [Smithery](https://smithery.ai/server/@KyrieTangSheng/mcp-server-nationalparks): ```bash npx -y @smithery/cli install @KyrieTangSheng/mcp-server-nationalparks --client claude ``` ### NPS API Key 1. Get a free API key from the [National Park Service Developer Portal](https://www.nps.gov/subjects/developer/get-started.htm) 2. Store this key securely as it will be used to authenticate requests ### Usage with Claude Desktop To use this server with Claude Desktop, add the following to your `claude_desktop_config.json`: ```json { "mcpServers": { "nationalparks": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "mcp-server-nationalparks"], "env": { "NPS_API_KEY": "YOUR_NPS_API_KEY" } } } } ``` ## Example Usage ### Finding Parks in a State ``` Tell me about national parks in Colorado. ``` ### Getting Details About a Specific Park ``` What's the entrance fee for Yellowstone National Park? ``` ### Checking for Alerts or Closures ``` Are there any closures or alerts at Yosemite right now? ``` ### Finding Visitor Centers ``` What visitor centers are available at Grand Canyon National Park? ``` ### Looking for Campgrounds ``` Are there any campgrounds with electrical hookups in Zion National Park? ``` ### Finding Upcoming Events ``` What events are happening at Acadia National Park next weekend? ``` ### Planning a Trip Based on Activities ``` Which national parks in Utah have good hiking trails? ``` ## License This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details. ## Appendix: Popular National Parks and their codes | Park Name | Park Code | |-----------|-----------| | Yosemite | yose | | Grand Canyon | grca | | Yellowstone | yell | | Zion | zion | | Great Smoky Mountains | grsm | | Acadia | acad | | Olympic | olym | | Rocky Mountain | romo | | Joshua Tree | jotr | | Sequoia & Kings Canyon | seki | For a complete list, visit the [NPS website](https://www.nps.gov/findapark/index.htm).