The national park system benefits the areas of natural beauty and cultural significance designated as national parks because their use is closely controlled and monitored, preserving them for the enjoyment of future generations.
National park tourism is educational for visitors of all ages. The National Park Service provides visitors with information about the park they are visiting that explains the history, flora and fauna, cultural significance and reason the area is protected.
The National Park Service has carefully managed national parks to be accessible to all people who wish to visit them. The construction of trails allows places that could not otherwise be easily reached to be accessible without harming the natural environment.
National parks sometimes charge a small entrance fee. For tourists the cost is lower than that that of most comparable excursions, and the fees provide funds for the continued maintenance of national parks.
National parks are equally inclusive for people of any age, so they can be enjoyed by all members of a family.
Visiting national parks often involves outdoor activities that are good for the tourist's physical and mental well-being; there is an intrinsic value to being surrounded by nature.
