2024 Socioeconomic Research of Mammoth Cave National Park: Report on 2024 Data Collection

A comprehensive socioeconomic monitoring of Mammoth Cave National Park in 2024 reveals critical insights into visitor demographics, trip characteristics, and park resource perception. The study employed a two-step survey methodology—on-site intercept surveys via tablets and post-trip surveys (mail-back or online)—to capture representative data during peak seasons. Key findings include detailed visitor profiles, trip planning behaviors, and evaluations of park experiences, which are designed to assist park managers in assessing current utilization, identifying operational issues, and guiding decision-making processes. This research contributes to broader national-level findings, aiding communication between the park and its stakeholders while aligning with NPS strategic goals for science monitoring.

. (2026). 2024 Socioeconomic Research of Mammoth Cave National Park: Report on 2024 Data Collection (, Ed.). National Park Service. https://doi.org/10.36967/2317359