Tri-County Economic Impact Analysis of Recreation in Inyo, Mono, and Alpine Counties
Driving Sustainable Recreation through Data-Informed Decisions
Amount
$204,050
Lead Organization
Counties of Impact
Alpine
Mono
Inyo
Foundational Elements
& Industries
Sustainable Recreation & Tourism
Land Use & Tenure
Physical Infrastructure
Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Workforce Development & Education
Project Description
This project aims to conduct a comprehensive Economic Impact Study to guide sustainable recreation management and development in Inyo, Mono, and Alpine Counties. The study will analyze recreational patterns, assess cost-benefit impacts, and provide actionable recommendations to optimize resource use while balancing economic, ecological, and community benefits.
Partners
Project Contact: JT Chevallier, Alpine County
Recent News from Tri-County Recreation Impact Analysis:
- Reminder: Final week to take the stakeholder survey, which is available here.
- In the News: The Sheet, April 23, 2026: “Re-Creating Recreation”
- Alpine, Inyo, and Mono Counties Invite Public to Participate in Economic Impact Workshops
- Eastern Sierra Outdoor Recreation Survey to Guide Future Planning and Investments Now Open
- Alpine County Announces Release of RPFs for Tri-County Economic Impact Analysis of Recreation
See Our Work in Progress
Outdoor Recreation Survey now open– your survey responses valued! Respond by April 1, 2026.