NAICS Code 712190 — Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is the only national industry under 71219 (Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions).
| Code | 712190 |
|---|---|
| Title | Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | $19.5 million in average annual receipts |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the preservation and exhibition of natural areas or settings.
Illustrative Examples:
Bird or wildlife sanctuaries
Natural wonder tourist attractions (e.g., caverns, waterfalls)
Conservation areas
Nature centers or preserves
National parks
Cross-References.
Is a business under 712190 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 712190 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed $19.5 million in average annual receipts. Small-business status determines eligibility for federal set-aside contracts, SAM.gov certifications and SBA loan programs — receipts are averaged over the latest 5 fiscal years.
Where 712190 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 71 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation |
| Subsector | 712 | Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions |
| Industry Group | 7121 | Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions |
| NAICS Industry | 71219 | Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions |
| National Industry | 712190 | Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions |
Related SIC codes
Via the official U.S. Census concordance (1987 SIC ↔ NAICS), shown only where the industry definition is unchanged in NAICS 2022.
| SIC code | Title |
|---|---|
7999 | Amusement and Recreation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified |
8422 | Arboreta and Botanical or Zoological Gardens |
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Data: official 2022 NAICS structure, descriptions and Census concordances, U.S. Census Bureau — U.S. government works in the public domain (17 U.S.C. §105). Suggested reference, not an official determination.