2010 National Park Visitors

2010 U.S. National Park visitor numbers.

In 2010, the most popular national parks in the United States continued to draw millions with their diverse natural wonders, including the verdant peaks of Great Smoky Mountains, the awe-inspiring chasm of the Grand Canyon, and the majestic granite formations of Yosemite. Among these titans, Yellowstone National Park stood out as a perennial favorite, captivating over 3.6 million visitors that year with its unparalleled geothermal features and abundant wildlife. This historic park, established as the world's first national park in 1872, is a geological marvel, most famously home to Old Faithful, a magnificent geyser that erupts with predictable regularity. Its landscape is dotted with thousands of other geothermal wonders, from vibrant, rainbow-colored hot springs like the Grand Prismatic Spring to bubbling mud pots and hissing fumaroles, all powered by a massive underlying supervolcano. Beyond its unique hydrology, Yellowstone is a premier wildlife sanctuary, offering visitors glimpses of iconic American fauna such as vast herds of bison and elk, grizzly and black bears, and even the elusive gray wolf, all thriving within its expansive wilderness of forests, lakes, and the dramatic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. This potent combination of dynamic earth, diverse ecosystems, and rich history cemented its status as one of America's most cherished and frequently visited natural treasures.

Data Source: National Park Service Stats