712190 — Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
NAICS 712190 is 'Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 71 (Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation); the SBA small-business size standard is $19,500,000.
Description
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
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in operating commercial hunting or fishing preserves without
- accommodations (e.g., game farms) are classified in Industry 114210, Hunting and Trapping;
- Establishments primarily engaged in operating commercial hunting, fishing, or nature preserves combined
- with accommodations are classified in Industry Group 7211, Traveler Accommodation; and
- Government establishments primarily engaged in administering natural areas are classified in Industry
- 924120, Administration of Conservation Programs.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 712190 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions |
| SBA Size Standard | $19,500,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 712100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 71 → 712 → 7121 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 712190
National Industry
Sector (2)
71
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Subsector (3)
712
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Industry Group (4)
7121
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Industry (5)
71219
Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
National Industry (6)
712190
Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7999 - Amusement and Recreation Services, NEC (via SIC1987:7999→NAICS1997:71219→2002:712190→2007:712190→2012:712190→2017:712190→2022:712190)
- SIC 8422 - Arboreta and Botanical or Zoological Gardens (via SIC1987:8422→NAICS1997:71219→2002:712190→2007:712190→2012:712190→2017:712190→2022:712190)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 712190:
- Sector 71 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 7121
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 712190 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 712190 is 'Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 71 (Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation); the SBA small-business size standard is $19,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 712190?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 712190 is $19,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 712190?
NAICS code 712190 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7999 - Amusement and Recreation Services, NEC, 8422 - Arboreta and Botanical or Zoological Gardens.