The Park Service’s Intermountain Region is hiring seasonal trail workers for 2027 at parks across the Southwest and Rockies, including Mesa Verde, Great Sand Dunes, Colorado National Monument, Curecanti and Dinosaur in Colorado and Utah, Zion, Saguaro, Petrified Forest, the Flagstaff-area monuments, Bandelier, Valles Caldera, Gila Cliff Dwellings and Guadalupe Mountains. Crews clear downed trees, brush and rockfall, rebuild eroded tread, and help install cribbing, retaining walls, water bars and steps on both graded and paved trails, while caring for their own tools. The regional season runs about March to October, with starts expected March to July 2027 on an appointment of up to 1,039 hours. Pay runs from $20.82 to $32.02 an hour depending on grade and location. Government housing may be offered but is not guaranteed. Apply on USAJOBS by 11/2/2026; the announcement closes early after 500 applications.
| Pay | $20.82 to $32.02 per hour |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Season | Mar 1, 2027 – Oct 31, 2027 |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Entry level, no experience required |
| Location | Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado |
| Job Type | Trail Crew |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Apply By | Nov 2, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on USAJOBS announcement 886858100, checked Oct 19. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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