Australia's national parks record surge in visitation as families seek affordable getaways
Australia's 650 national parks are experiencing record visitation, with NSW reporting 65.5 million visitors in 2024-2025, the highest on record. Victoria estimated 121 million visits to its parks and reserves during the same period. Growing interest stems from affordable short breaks and families seeking active holidays close to home, with parks now offering diverse activities and accommodation beyond traditional camping.
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Published 01 Aug 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 01 Aug 2026, 19:12 UTC
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