In addition to its natural assets, KMNP is a destination for ecotourism in Turkey, attracting visitors drawn to its folkloric values and the presence of traditional wooden houses.

[3] In 1988, Küre Mountains National Park was designated as one of the priority areas for protection by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), with contributions from the Turkish department.

[6] The Küre Mountains region is nationally and internationally renowned for its abundant biodiversity and extensive old-growth forest formations, making it a prime destination for eco-tourist groups to visit the area.

[5] With the designation of the national park, tourism development in KMNP began in the early 2000s which raised concerns due to the lack of adequate infrastructure services by the Turkish government.

Ecotourism projects opened new job opportunities and alternative livelihoods which were compatible with education, raising awareness, and sustainable resource management for these local communities.

[5] Over the period spanning 2001 to 2006, the project facilitated awareness campaigns on sustainable forest use and engaged local communities in managing the national park, identifying ecotourism opportunities such as wildlife watching and hiking.

Ecotourism activities generated income, particularly benefiting women, foresters, and unemployed youth, providing alternative livelihoods and enhancing community engagement with nature conservation.

[4] Under these provisions, well-managed protected areas conducts successful recreational and tourism activities to maintain the national park's natural assets and the cultural wealth of its authentic folkloristic characteristics.