Outdoor recreation contributed $13.64 billion to Pennsylvania’s economy, accounting for 152,000 jobs, and 1.6 percent of the commonwealth’s Gross Domestic Product, according to U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis statistics.

“This latest round of economic data proves again that the excellence of Pennsylvania’s outdoor recreation is the product of our remarkable landscapes and strong partnerships,” Pennsylvania Director of Outdoor Recreation Nathan Reigner said.

“Outdoor recreation continues to be a thriving and significant industry within the commonwealth; and this data helps us better understand what we are doing well, while also providing guidance on where we can grow this industry.”

The $13.6 billion that outdoor recreation added to the commonwealth’s Gross Domestic Product is up 22 percent from 2020; and the increase of 2,000 full-time equivalent jobs is up 4 percent from 2020. Read more…