New Poll Finds Majority of Americans Oppose Attacks on National Parks and Park Staff
An overwhelming majority of respondents strongly oppose the administration’s attacks on the National Park Service and its dedicated rangers and support staff. In fact, only 16% of Americans support the Trump administration’s continued staffing cuts to the National Park Service, and only 12% back the proposed massive budget reduction for the agency.
The NPCA poll, which surveyed a representative national sample of 3,000 adults (18 years and older), was conducted from October 27 – November 2, 2025, by YouGov. The margin of error for this poll is +/-2.14 %.
Republicans and Democrats, young and old — no matter where you’re from or what your political leanings are — these results show that Americans love their national parks and the history they preserve. In fact, we agree that we need to conserve more of these places, not undermine, dismantle and silence the ones we have.
Americans are united on national parks. We want parks protected, funded and staffed.
Poll: Over 2/3 of Americans reject budget cuts for national parks. It’s time to stop dismantling America’s best idea – and start investing in it.
Protect our rangers: A strong majority of Americans oppose the Trump administration’s plan to cut more National Park Service staff.
More than 3 out of 4 Americans want parks to continue preserving and sharing the honest, factual aspects of American history – not censor and delete uncomfortable truths.
Over three-quarters of Americans – regardless of political affiliation – support a president’s ability to conserve land, history, and heritage as national monuments.
Mining and drilling on lands adjacent to national parks? Nearly 60% of Americans say no way.
The American public has spoken loud and clear — it’s time to invest in America’s best idea.
Americans are united on national parks. We want parks protected, funded and staffed.
Poll: Over 2/3 of Americans reject budget cuts for national parks. It’s time to stop dismantling America’s best idea – and start investing in it.
Protect our rangers: A strong majority of Americans oppose the Trump administration’s plan to cut more National Park Service staff.
More than 3 out of 4 Americans want parks to continue preserving and sharing the honest, factual aspects of American history – not censor and delete uncomfortable truths.
Over three-quarters of Americans – regardless of political affiliation – support a president’s ability to conserve land, history, and heritage as national monuments.
Mining and drilling on lands adjacent to national parks? Nearly 60% of Americans say no way.
The American public has spoken loud and clear — it’s time to invest in America’s best idea.
Protect Every Park: a national moment to show love for our parks and demand accountability for the devastating impacts threatening them. From community events and roundtable discussions to online engagement, we’ll amplify the voices of people everywhere who refuse to stand by while funding cuts, staffing shortages, and harmful policies put our national parks at risk. Together, we’ll show the breadth, diversity, and strength of support for our parks — because protecting them is protecting our shared future.
Behind every national park are the dedicated staff who safeguard our history, protect our wildlife, and welcome millions of visitors each year. But with devastating staffing cuts and mounting challenges, these stewards of our parks need our support more than ever. The I Stand With Park Staff campaign is about showing appreciation and solidarity with the people who make our parks possible — and calling on Congress to provide the funding and resources they deserve.
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