Outdoor recreation along Arizona’s waterways a $13.5 billion industry, new report says
Boulder Canyon Trail, Superstition Mountain Wilderness. This trail is quite remote, beautiful, and follows the canyon bottom for many miles.
Arizona’s waterways, enjoyed by more than 1.5 million residents each year, contribute $13.5 billion to the state’s economy and support 114,000 jobs, according to a report released recently by Audubon Arizona.
The study was completed with guidance from business, civic, governmental, outdoor recreation, conservation and tourism representatives and conducted by economics research firm Southwick Associates, according to a release.
Water-based outdoor recreation as an industry ranks above mining and golf in terms of total economic output to the state. The industry contributes $7.1 billion to Arizona’s GDP, provides $4.5 billion in household income and generates $1.8 billion in tax revenues.
