National Parks MCP Server
by KyrieTangSheng
MCP Server for the National Park Service (NPS) API, providing real-time information about U.S. National Parks. It includes park details, alerts, and activities.
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What is National Parks MCP Server?
This server provides access to real-time information about U.S. National Parks using the National Park Service (NPS) API. It allows users to search for parks, get detailed information, check for alerts, find visitor centers and campgrounds, and discover upcoming events.
How to use National Parks MCP Server?
To use this server, you need an NPS API key, which can be obtained from the National Park Service Developer Portal. The server can be installed using Smithery and configured with Claude Desktop by adding the server configuration to the claude_desktop_config.json file, including the NPS API key in the environment variables. Once configured, you can use natural language queries to retrieve information about national parks.
Key features of National Parks MCP Server
Search for national parks based on various criteria
Get comprehensive information about a specific national park
Get current alerts for national parks
Get information about visitor centers and their operating hours
Get information about available campgrounds and their amenities
Find upcoming events at parks
Use cases of National Parks MCP Server
Planning a trip to a national park
Checking for alerts or closures before visiting a park
Finding visitor centers and their hours of operation
Looking for campgrounds with specific amenities
Discovering upcoming events at a national park
Researching national parks based on activities available
FAQ from National Parks MCP Server
How do I get an NPS API key?
How do I get an NPS API key?
You can get a free API key from the National Park Service Developer Portal (https://www.nps.gov/subjects/developer/get-started.htm).
How do I install this server?
How do I install this server?
You can install the server using Smithery with the command: npx -y @smithery/cli install @KyrieTangSheng/mcp-server-nationalparks --client claude
How do I configure this server with Claude Desktop?
How do I configure this server with Claude Desktop?
Add the server configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json file, including the NPS API key in the environment variables.
What kind of information can I get about a park?
What kind of information can I get about a park?
You can get detailed information including descriptions, hours, fees, contacts, and activities.
How do I find parks in a specific state?
How do I find parks in a specific state?
Use the findParks tool with the stateCode input parameter (e.g., stateCode=CA for California).