In 2024, California's national parks experienced a significant resurgence in visitation, drawing over 12 million visitors, which marks a 7% increase from 2023. This data signals the highest levels of attendance since 2019, despite recent staff layoffs initiated by the Trump administration aimed at reducing government spending. Noteworthy responsible for record visits include Death Valley National Park, which had its highest attendance ever. However, declines in visitation were noted in certain parks, like Joshua Tree. The National Parks Service's subtle approach in relation to rising attendance was also highlighted.
The National Parks Service sent a memo telling public relations staff not to draw attention to the increased attendance.
Following the layoff of around 1,000 national parks workers, the visitation to California's national parks surged in 2024, rising 7% from the previous year.
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