April Visitation Numbers Released

Date: June 5, 2015

"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.