Most national and state parks are closed in an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources said it will work with governor's office and the state Department of Public Health to determine when parks should reopen.Explaining that there have been too many large gatherings, Gov. Andy Beshear announced April 9 that he was, both of which are part of Daniel Boone National Forest in southern Kentucky.
Beshear, who has already banned camping in state parks, said the only overnight guests allowed at the two parks are first responders and health care workers who need places to self-quarantine.Several state parks in North Carolina including Crowders Mountain, Lake Waccamaw, Hanging Rock, Raven Rock, Fort Macon, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, Haw River, Hammocks Beach, Luke James and Goose Creek
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