Commercially guided outdoor experiences. To prevent double-counting, a guided activity is counted here only — not also in its underlying activity category (e.g., a guided fishing charter is not also counted under Fishing).
Includes: Guided backpacking, rafting tours, fishing charters, boating charters, air tours, land and water outfitted travel
Gross Output measures total economic output including intermediate inputs. Value Added measures contribution to GDP. The difference represents intermediate inputs purchased from other industries.
Comparing current dollars to inflation-adjusted (2017 dollars) shows the true growth trajectory.
Annual percentage change shows volatility and trend patterns.
Percentage of total outdoor recreation value added over time.
State-level value added for guided tours and outfitted travel in 2024.