The primary objective of this study is to investigate the impact of tourism on Joshua Tree National Park. The study addresses questions such as the recent developments in tourism, its economic impact on the region, the most affected economic sectors, and how these impacts influence the local population. The work concludes with recommendations for politics, management, and the local population.
Joshua Tree National Park holds historical, cultural, and ecological significance. Despite global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, it remained the second most visited national park in California, underlining its importance. Situated east of Palm Springs, it is a unique blend of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts, offering over 32 hiking trails and diverse flora covering approximately 85% of roadless wilderness.
The park's popularity surged post-World War II during the economic boom, transforming it into a prominent recreational destination. It was declared a national monument in the 1950s, attracting notable figures and becoming a hub for spiritual and cultural rejuvenation. The trend continued, leading to its designation as a national park in 1994.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Joshua Tree National Park Tourism Case Study...
- History and Significance of Joshua Tree
- Analysis of the visitation profile
- Analysis of visit numbers and influences over the years.
- Analysis of the visit profile.
- Analysis of visit motives
- The impact on the economy and the quality of life of the local population...........
- What influence do the expenses of visitors to the national park have?
- The impact of short-term holiday rentals.....
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work aims to explore the influence of tourism on Joshua Tree National Park. Specifically, it seeks to understand the evolution of tourism in the park, assess its impact on the local economy, identify the economic sectors most affected by tourism, and analyze the positive and negative consequences for the local population. The final chapter will provide recommendations for actions that can be taken by policymakers, park management, and the local community.
- The history and significance of Joshua Tree National Park
- Analysis of the visitation profile and its evolution over time
- Economic impacts of tourism on the region
- Impact of tourism on the quality of life of the local population
- Recommendations for managing the impact of tourism on Joshua Tree National Park
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- 1. Joshua Tree National Park Tourism Case Study: This introductory chapter provides an overview of the study's objectives and outlines the research questions to be addressed. It also highlights the park's historical and cultural significance, emphasizing its unique landscape and biodiversity.
- 1.1 History and Significance of Joshua Tree: This chapter explores the historical development of Joshua Tree National Park, highlighting its transformation into a major recreational destination, particularly during the post-World War II economic boom. It delves into the park's designation as a national monument and its eventual recognition as a national park in 1994.
- 1.2 Analysis of the visitation profile: This chapter focuses on the tourists who visit Joshua Tree National Park, analyzing visitation numbers over time to understand how tourism has developed and whether any anomalies exist in visitor behavior. It examines the profile of the typical visitor, including their origin and motivations for visiting the park.
- 1.2.1 Analysis of visit numbers and influences over the years: This chapter provides a detailed analysis of the number of visits to Joshua Tree National Park over the past several decades, examining trends in visitation rates and identifying potential impacts on park resources. The analysis focuses on the impact of events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 9/11 terrorist attacks on visitor numbers.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The core concepts and keywords that define this research are: Joshua Tree National Park, tourism impact, visitation profile, economic impact, quality of life, local population, recommendations for action, historical significance, biodiversity, and sustainable tourism.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2023, Impacts of Tourism on Joshua Tree National Park. Economic Trends and Recommendations, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1443078
