Which national park is the least visited?

America has 63 national parks.

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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park had over 12 million visitors in 2024.

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Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon each had over 4 million guests in 2024.

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Only 11,907 people visited Alaska's Gates of the Arctic National Park in 2024.

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The park has no roads or trails. And, the weather is unpredictable.

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Many visitors fly through the park.

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The views are breathtaking!

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Some tours include a stop above the Arctic Circle in Coldfoot, Alaska.

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Gates of the Arctic is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

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America has 63 national parks.

National Parks

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park had over 12 million visitors in 2024.

Most Visitors

Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon each had over 4 million guests in 2024.

Iconic Parks

Only 11,907 people visited Alaska's Gates of the Arctic National Park in 2024.

Fewest Visitors

The park has no roads or trails. And, the weather is unpredictable.

Challenges

Many visitors fly through the park.

Unique Experience

The views are breathtaking!

Views from Above

Some tours include a stop above the Arctic Circle in Coldfoot, Alaska.

Ground Tour

Gates of the Arctic is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

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