National Parks System Sees Worrying Visitor Trend

As summer tourism season heats up, the U.S. National Parks system typically readies for its biggest crowds of the year, but some parks that usually see large numbers of Canadian visitors are starting to notice a worrying trend that could have a major impact this year.

Canadian interest in U.S. travel is cooling—and it’s not just about the exchange rate. A rising wave of political friction, economic uncertainty, and immigration anxiety is pushing major Canadian publications to hit pause on stories about American destinations...