Research and Data

State Parks Outlook and Analysis Report

An annual overview of the nation's 50 State Park Systems. The report details historical trends and projects future trends.

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Organization

Institute of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism

Publication Date

2018

Location

National or Global

Topic

Economic Impact

Participation

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)

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