Recreation Counties Attracting New Residents and Higher Incomes
A 2019 report by Headwaters Economics evaluating the role recreation plays in attracting new residents and income to communities.
Organization
Headwaters Economics
Publication Date
2019
Location
National or Global
Topic
Economic Impact
Rural Communities
Workforce
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Equestrian
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Hunting
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
Related Resources
2022 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
National Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife-Association Recreation
The 2022 update to a National survey conducted since 1955, which collects information on the number of anglers, hunters, and wildlife watchers.
2020 Extension - Utah State University
Long Distance Cycling Routes: Economic Impacts, Best Practices, Marketing Strategies
A research paper that synthesizes the best practices and marketing strategies of building and promoting long-distance cycling routes nationwide.
2020 Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, The Outdoor Foundation
Special Report on Fishing
A 2020 special report on fishing which features participation statistics, motivations, barriers and preferences.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
Measure What Matters
