Come Home 2022 was a record-breaking year for ParksNL, with more than 233,000 visits to Newfoundland and Labrador’s 32 provincial parks.

The 2022 record of 233,168 visits is an increase of approximately 10,000 over 2021, which held the previous record. This also represents an increase of more than 76,000 visits over the pre-pandemic year 2019.

ParksNL also set a new record for campsite stays, with occupancy hitting a high of 66,527 camper nights. The previous record was 65,981 camper nights set in 2013.

All provincial parks have now closed for the season, but visitors can continue to enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of connecting with nature in the natural environments that the parks provide.

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“Come Home 2022 has been a banner year for tourism in our province, as travelers rediscover the incredible offerings here in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our provincial parks have always been a favourite destination for local residents and visitors alike, and it’s exciting to see that people are returning to enjoy these beautiful natural areas.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation

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