Summary
Last year, almost 332 million people visited national parks in the United States, and that number might be even higher this year. This increase in visitors is happening even though there have been staff and budget cuts.
Key Facts
- Last year, national parks saw nearly 332 million visitors.
- This visitor number was a record high.
- The number of visitors is expected to be higher this year.
- Visitor numbers are increasing despite reductions in staff and budget.
- These cuts were made during the Trump administration.
- Theresa Pierno from the National Parks Conservation Association discussed these issues.
