State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
The Wisconsin Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plans (SCORP) evaluates outdoor recreation supply, demand, trends and issues every five years.
Organization
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Publication Date
2025
Location
Wisconsin
Topic
Economic Impact
Participation
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
2018 City of La Crosse
Cycle La Cross - Economic Impact Analysis of a Better Bikeway Network in La Crosse
An economic impact analysis of an enhanced bikeway network in La Crosse.
2024 Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Dodge County: Visitor Spending at Outdoor Spaces Supports Local Businesses
A 2024 report by Dodge County and the Horicon Marsh Visitor and Education Center analyzing the visitor spending at outdoor spaces in the Do-It-Yourself Economic Impact Program.
2022 Outdoor Industry Association
Outdoor Participation Report (2022)
A summary and key insights from the Outdoor Industry Association's 2022 participation trends report. The report summarizes the outdoor industry participant base, including the growth and decline in outdoor activities.
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
