The Lithuanian State Service for Protected Areas (VSTT) has provided precise statistics regarding visitor flows in the country's protected territories, indicating that visitor counters installed along scenic routes, viewpoints, and historical landmarks are playing a crucial role in tracking attendance. The data reveals a clearer picture of the popularity and trends related to visitor numbers at various protected sites in Lithuania. While the number of attractions is increasing, smaller towns appear to attract visitors less, prompting discussions about underlying issues affecting their appeal.

According to the latest data, the top five most visited sites in national and regional parks include: the Dutch Cap Cliff in Pajūrio Regional Park with 362,946 visitors, Parnidis Dune in the Curonian Spit National Park with 169,057 visitors, Balbieriškis Outcrop in Nemuno Kilpos Regional Park with 146,560 visitors, and the educational trail at the Žuvintas Biosphere Reserve with 122,557 visitors. These statistics not only highlight key sites of natural beauty but also provide insight into the changing dynamics of tourism within the region, showcasing an uptick in interest towards specific natural attractions.

The growing popularity of certain sites raises questions about how the tourist experience is being managed, especially as smaller localities may suffer from decreased foot traffic. Understanding visitors' preferences and improving engagement with smaller attractions may be essential for diversifying and enhancing Lithuania's tourism landscape, positioning lesser-known sites as attractive alternatives to more famous ones. This could lead to a more balanced distribution of visitors across the country’s geographical offerings and support local economies in smaller cities.