Chattahoochee River Tourism Contributes Over $161 million to Local Economy

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Chattahoochee River Tourism Contributes Over $161 million to Local Economy

The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area saw a remarkable 3.1 million visitors in 2023, generating over $161 million for the local economy. This influx supported over 2,100 jobs and resulted in a cumulative economic benefit of $236.8 million. Park Superintendent Ann Honious highlighted the widespread impact, noting visitors come from across the nation, bolstering both U.S. and local economies.

Nationally, the National Park Service reported 325.5 million visitors who spent $26.4 billion in nearby communities, supporting over 415,000 jobs and contributing a record $55.6 billion to the U.S. economy. An interactive tool with detailed economic data is available at the National Park Service website.

NPS Director Chuck Sams expressed pride in the parks' impact on visitors and their positive contributions to local economies nationwide.

For more news about our community, visit mdjonline.com. For the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, I'm Keith Ippolito.

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