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"Kobuk Valley National Park, located in northwestern Alaska, was the least-visited national park in the United States last year, with fewer than 7,700 visitors, accounting for just .01 percent of all national park visitors."
"Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve, the second-least visited park, received 14,923 visitors last year, or about .02 percent of all national park goers, and also lacks roads or trails."
"Four of the five least-visited national parks in the U.S. are located in Alaska, with Lake Clark National Park & Preserve at No. 3 and Katmai National Park & Preserve at No. 5."
"Great Smoky Mountains National Park was the most-visited national park in the country in 2025, drawing more than 11.5 million visitors, highlighting the contrast in park popularity."
Kobuk Valley National Park in Alaska had the lowest visitation in 2025, attracting under 7,700 visitors. The park spans over 1.7 million acres and is home to diverse wildlife. Access is limited, requiring flights or snowmobiles. Gates of the Arctic National Park was the second-least visited, with 14,923 visitors. Both parks lack roads, necessitating alternative transportation methods. Four of the five least-visited parks are in Alaska, while Great Smoky Mountains National Park was the most-visited, with over 11.5 million visitors. The NPS offers fee-free entry days throughout the year.
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