In 2024, the US outdoor recreation economy generated $1.3 trillion in gross output, representing the largest overall economic impact in the history of the sector, according to government figures.

Outdoor recreation accounted for 2.4% of US GDP, and the industry supported 5.2 million jobs. 
Total compensation for outdoor recreation jobs reached $324 billion, or 3.2% of total US wage and salary compensation. 

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