While Americans woke up to the news Wednesday that their federal government had shut down due to Congress failing to approve a funding bill before the start of the new fiscal year, Utah state tourism officials said Utah’s “Mighty 5” national parks will remain open — but with limited services.

As it has in prior government shutdowns, the state of Utah is promising to keep its national parks open to visitors despite federal funds being cut off.

SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Office of Tourism said it is "committed" to keeping the state's national parks, monuments and other outdoor recreation sites open in the event the federal government shuts down this week. Utah plans to keep national parks open if a federal shutdown occurs.

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