Thousands swarm stunning mountain escape as selfie tourism backlash erupts online

The pursuit of the perfect selfie is creating headaches for one of the Italian Alps' most recognizable landmarks.

The videos have sparked outrage, with many online commenters arguing that visitors were more interested in taking photos than enjoying the mountains.

"Everyone lined up for a photo just to show people on social media how great their lives are," said another user. "Hours in line for one picture."

Tre Cime di Lavaredo gets over 800,000 visitors per year, per the Tre Cime di Lavaredo Hike Guide.

Hikers and climbers gravitate to legendary vertical rock faces in summer, while winter transforms the region into a massive and interconnected ski network, according to Dolomites.com.

Drivers must reserve access to the Rifugio Auronzo parking area in advance, according to the reservation website.

Reservations cost €40 (about $45) for cars, €26 (about $30) for motorcycles and €60 (about $68) for camper vans.

Landowners near Seceda, another popular mountain destination in the Dolomites, reinstated €5 (around $5.60) turnstiles to help manage growing crowds at one of the region's most photographed viewpoints, as Fox News Digital previously reported.

Carlo Zanella, president of the Alto Adige Alpine Club, previously told Fox News Digital that the turnstiles were installed by a local farmer after visitors repeatedly trampled meadows while flocking to the scenic overlook.

Zanella also criticized the role of social media in reshaping mountain tourism.

"I am against the influencers," he said. "They are only interested in making money [through] advertising."

Ashley DiMella of Fox News Digital contributed reporting.