
Arches National Park introducing timed entry amid overcrowding
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One of America's most popular national parks -- Arches National Park in Utah -- is rolling out a timed entry system in a bid to prevent overtourism.
(CNN) — One of America's most popular national parks -- Arches National Park in Utah -- is rolling out a timed entry system in a bid to prevent overtourism.
"By implementing a temporary, timed entry reservation system, our goal is to better spread visitation throughout the day to reduce traffic congestion and visitor crowding," Patricia Trap, Arches National Park Superintendent, said in a statement on December 10.
Trap added that the program is still a pilot and may be changed or adjusted based on guest feedback.

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