Natchez Trace Parkway News Release - Visitation Numbers for September 2016

Date: October 24, 2016
Contact: Maggie Walker, [phone]

TUPELO, MS: “During August 2016, the Natchez Trace Parkway experienced an increase in the number of recreational visits over the 2015 figures,” stated Superintendent Mary Risser. “This year, 489,367 visitors used the Parkway during September 2016 compared to 476,061 who were counted in 2015.” 

Month	2016	2015
January	464,284	470,262
February	435,680	414,844
March	491,630	484,650
April	514,979	509,178
May	493,427	486,175
June	525,501	516,654
July	541,406	542,031
August	536,147	492,061
September	489,367	476,061
Year to Date	4,492,421	4,392,673

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.

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