April Visitation Numbers Released

April Visitation Numbers Released

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on June 5, 2015. It is reproduced in full below.

"During April 2015, the Natchez Trace Parkway experienced a slight decrease in the number of recreational visits over the 2014 figures," stated Superintendent Mary Risser. "This year, 513,538 people used the Parkway in April 2015 compared to 513,830 who were counted in 2014."

Month

2015

2014

January

451,161

466,866

February

414,844

422,542

March

281,538

493,266

April

513,538

513,830

Year to date

1,661,081

1,896,504

These numbers continue to put the Natchez Trace Parkway on track to be among the top ten most visited National Park Service sites. The Natchez Trace Parkway has numerous recreational activities to match any interest or experience level. Whether camping, motorcycling, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, or horseback riding, there are countless opportunities to experience the history, culture, and natural resources of the area.

To find out more about upcoming programs and general information about the Natchez Trace Parkway, please visit our website at www.nps.gov/natr.

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service

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