U.S. Spots Tackle Overtourism Crowds

U.S. destinations like Yosemite, Zion, and Arches implement timed entries and reservations to manage record crowds straining infrastructure. Social media sparks flash mobs at hotspots, prompting railings, parking controls, and staff reallocations. National parks face 2026 breaking points from selfish behaviors and fixed capacities. Communities push back with caps, taxes, and rental limits to protect livability. Travelers adapt by visiting lesser-known areas and off-seasons.