Visitation to Tasmania’s parks and reserves continues to grow steadily according to the latest data released by Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service.
More than 1.42 million visitors frequented 14 reference sites across the state over the 2023-24 financial year, representing a 4% increase on the previous year.
Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan (pictured) said this year’s data highlighted steady and sustainable growth.
Mount Field National Park attracted 232,000 visitors – up 16% on the previous year; while 53,000 people made the journey to Maria Island National Park – an increase of 13%.
“It is vital that we continue to invest in our parks and reserves so these treasured and iconic places can be enjoyed for generations to come,” Minister Duigan said.
“As part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, the Tasmanian Government is investing $7.8 million to make Mount Field a year-round destination. This includes improved signage, wayfinding, track upgrades and new public huts to improve visitor safety and amenity.
“This new investment builds upon our existing $2.05 million commitment to provide a new arrival concourse and carpark upgrades for visitors to Mount Field National Park.”
Meanwhile, work is underway on the $6.8 million Stage 3 Rediscovering Maria Island project to deliver a new wastewater treatment plant, sewer and electrical connections and increased rainwater storage to ensure reliable water supply to Darlington.
“Maria Island remains a unique and popular destination and the Tasmanian Government has prioritised upgrading the island’s infrastructure to ensure it is sustainable and meets contemporary standards,” Mr Duigan said.
The latest visitation data can be found on the PWS website.
Tasmanian parks show steady visitor growth
