2026 DNCR Visitor Survey

DNCR 2026 Visitor Survey
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) in partnership with North Carolina State University (NC State University) is studying the impact of state parks, museums, historic sites, aquariums, archives and libraries, and the Zoo on North Carolina’s economy. Your participation in this survey is voluntary, and you can stop at any time.

You must be 18 years of age or older and consent to allowing DNCR and NC State University to receive your anonymized responses to participate in this study. There are minimal risks associated with your participation, and your identity will be anonymous. You are not eligible to receive payment or other compensation for completing this survey. Summaries of responses are subject to the North Carolina Public Records Act.
By selecting “I agree,” you are agreeing to participate in this survey, affirming that you are at least 18 years old, and giving consent for DNCR and NC State University to use your responses to this survey.
About You

These questions help us learn about our visitors, and your answers are anonymous and completely optional. The next section will ask about your motivations for this trip.
What site are you visiting today? Start typing to autofill.
What is your home state, zip code, and country?

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip CodeCountry
How many people, including yourself, are in your group for this trip? Please include all members in your traveling party.
How many of those people, including yourself, live in your household?
How many people in your group today, including yourself, are over 65 years old?
How many people in your group today are under 18 years old?
What is your race and/or ethnicity? Select all that apply
What was your total household income before taxes during the past 12 months?
Trip Purpose Section

These questions help us understand your motivation for visiting this location (or “site”) today and how your visit may contribute to the local economy. All answers are anonymous and responses are optional.
How did you hear about this site? Check all that apply.

Other
In the past 12 months, how many times have you visited this site, including today's visit?
If there was an event or specific attraction that influenced your decision to make this trip, please list it here. If none, please write “None."
Are you staying overnight in the area, within 30 miles?
How many days are you staying in the area, within 30 miles? If just today, write "1." If you live in the area, write "0"
Expenses

During this visit, approximately how much will your traveling party spend on the following items? Please provide the total estimated cost for your trip, including current and expected expenses.
Meals and Drinks
in dollars
Groceries or Convenience Items
in dollars
Lodging
in dollars
Retail Shopping (clothing, souvenirs, art, etc.)
in dollars
Gas
in dollars
Other
in dollars
If you entered a value in "other" above, please briefly explain the expenses.
How satisfied were you with your visit today?

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5

1 is Very Dissatisfied, 5 is Very Satisfied
Do you have additional feedback you would like to share?
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DNCR 2026 Visitor Survey

About You

Trip Purpose Section

Expenses