Overtourism is another problem that Zion National Park faces. With around 4.3 million visitors annually, the park has experimented with shuttle systems and reservation-only hikes to manage crowds.
Millions flock to the breathtaking vistas the Grand Canyon offers, but worries about preserving it have resulted in steps to control access. Limiting private vehicle access and promoting shuttle services to reduce the community’s environmental impact allow traffic on the roads without disturbing the habitat.
Like other fragile visitor sites, it manages visitor numbers by introducing vehicle reservations for widespread areas. This approach seeks to reduce congestion and preserve the park’s serene atmosphere.
Hawaii’s islands have long been a paradise for tourism, but this has stressed local resources. To protect its ecosystems, the state has introduced fines for tourist violations of ecological guidelines and reservation systems for high-traffic areas.
The bustling Times Square and other attractions in New York City attract millions; hence, there are initiatives to visit outside peak periods. They are part of more extensive urban planning moves in cities worldwide to improve the tourist experience while lightening the load on high-traffic destinations.
Concerned with Miami Beach’s vibrant nightlife and the beaches that typically draw massive crowds during peak seasons, the city devised noise ordinances and crowd control measures to prevent those realities from worsening in the already crowded tourist areas.
San Francisco attractions, including Golden Gate Park, face similar challenges. The city supports improved public transportation and education campaigns on responsible tourism practices, making it easier for visitors to participate in sustainable tourism.