CUYAHOGA COUNTY, Ohio — A new report from the National Park Service estimates the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP) added $86 million to the local economy in 2022.
According to the report, $56 million was estimated to come from tourists who spent money in nearby communities and in the park. The spending supported more than 778 jobs, adding an additional $30 million to the economy in the area.
In 2022, the park had about 2.9 million tourists, the report added.
“We recognize that tourism is a critical driver to the local economy, bringing jobs and revenue to local communities," said Lisa Petit, CVNP Superintendent. "Every dollar that Congress invests in national parks returns more than ten dollars to the economy.”
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