November and December Visitation Numbers Released

Date: January 14, 2016
Contact: Maggie Walker, [phone]

HEADQUARTERS, TUPELO, MS: "During November and December 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, an average of 437,309 used the Parkway during November and December 2015 compared to 440,424 who were counted in 2014." 

Month	2015	2014
January	470,261	466,886
February	414,844	422,542
March	484,650	493,266
April	509,178	513,830
May	486,175	490,267
June	519,654	519,539
July	542,031	550,245
August	492,061	496,760
September	476,818	488,825
October	518,523	523,467
November	459,006	461,799
December	415,610	419,048
Year to date	5,785,812	5,846,474

 

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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