National Parks

National Parks MCP Server

What is mcp-server-nationalparks?

mcp-server-nationalparks is an MCP (Multi-Cloud Platform) server that acts as an interface to the National Park Service (NPS) API. It provides real-time information about U.S. National Parks, including park details, alerts, visitor centers, campgrounds, hiking trails, and events.

How to use mcp-server-nationalparks?

To use this server, you first need to obtain a free API key from the National Park Service Developer Portal. The server can be installed via Smithery using npx -y @smithery/cli install @KyrieTangSheng/mcp-server-nationalparks --client claude. For integration with Claude Desktop, you need to configure claude_desktop_config.json to include the server command and your NPS API key.

Key Features of mcp-server-nationalparks

• findParks: Search for national parks based on criteria like state code, search term, activities, and pagination.
• getParkDetails: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific national park using its park code.
• getAlerts: Get current alerts for national parks, including closures, hazards, and important information, with filtering by park code and search term.
• getVisitorCenters: Access information about visitor centers, including location, hours, and contact details.
• getCampgrounds: Obtain details about available campgrounds, amenities, fees, and reservation information.
• getEvents: Find upcoming events at parks, with filtering by park code, date range, and search term.

Use Cases of mcp-server-nationalparks

• Trip Planning: Easily find national parks, their details, and available activities for planning your visit.
• Real-time Updates: Stay informed about alerts, closures, and events in national parks.
• Resource Discovery: Locate visitor centers and campgrounds within specific parks.
• Activity-based Search: Discover parks that offer specific activities like hiking or camping.

FAQ from the project

Q: How do I get an NPS API key? A: You can get a free API key from the National Park Service Developer Portal.

Q: How do I install mcp-server-nationalparks? A: You can install it automatically via Smithery using npx -y @smithery/cli install @KyrieTangSheng/mcp-server-nationalparks --client claude.

Q: How do I use this server with Claude Desktop? A: You need to add specific configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json file, including the server command and your NPS API key.

Q: Can I filter parks by multiple states or activities? A: Yes, you can provide comma-separated values for stateCode and activities in the findParks tool.

Q: What information can I get about a specific park? A: The getParkDetails tool provides detailed park information including descriptions, hours, fees, contacts, and activities.

National Parks MCP Server

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:

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
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:

{
  "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.