Tourism and Quality of Life in Montana: A Longitudinal Study of Resident Attitudes 2012-2023
Abstract
Montana’s outdoor recreation and tourism industries have experienced steady growth over the past decade. This report explores how that expansion has shaped residents’ perceptions of tourism. Drawing on data from Montana residents, we track changes in attitudes from 2012 to 2023 on key issues, including overcrowding, the balance between tourism’s benefits and its impacts, quality of life, and the state’s role in promoting tourism.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Diverse Aspects of Tourism Research
Recreation
Leisure
Wilderness Management
Urbanism
Landscape
and Tourism Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The Mathematics Enthusiast
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026