Economic driving force: An Analysis of Rock Climbing Tourism in developed countries

Abstract

Rock climbing tourism has been valuable for the sustainable development of the rural outdoor economy in developed countries, which is one of the important trends of rock climbing development. The present study reviews the literature and performs comparative analysis to analyze the development status and experience characteristics of rock climbing tourism in developed countries. Research shows: In developed countries such as Britain, the United States, Germany, France, the climbing population continues to grow, and the rock climbing tourism industry has gradually become an important economic driving force to promote the development of rural and mountainous areas. By clarifying the main characteristics of developed countries in the development of rock climbing tourism, this paper aims to provide reference for the development of rock climbing tourism in developing countries and promote the sustainable development of rock climbing tourism industry.