TUPELO – “During May and June 2015, the Natchez Trace Parkway experienced decreases in the number of recreational visits over the 2014 figures,” stated Superintendent Mary Risser. “This year, an average of 385,382 used the Parkway during May and June 2015 compared to the average of 750,036 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 |
| May | 260,495 | 490,267 |
| June | 249,774 | 519,539 |
| Year to date | 2,171,350 | 2,906,310 |
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.
media release/NATR Superintendent, NPS
