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Glacier National Park--Visitor Management

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Reservation systems have been used to manage an increasing number of visitors at national parks. Surges of visitors to Glacier National Park (GLAC) in recent years led to the implementation of vehicle reservation system pilot programs in areas of the park. This project examined potential reservation systems at two of GLAC’s valleys. Using data analysis and interviews, we compared four reservation types and determined staff believe ticketed entry should be implemented in the valleys. We analyzed the reservation system design and its impacts on park preservation, staff, and visitors. We presented recommendations to GLAC about reservation system design, visitor experience, resource preservation, and staff roles. We also identified questions for long-term implementations.

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  • E-project-101222-195119
  • 79056
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  • 2022
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
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  • 2022-10-12
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  • E-project-101222-195119
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  • 2022-12-21

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