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flag China's outdoor recreation boom drives economic growth, with record demand for hiking, camping, and water sports during 2024 National Day.

flag China’s surge in outdoor recreation is driving economic growth, with hiking, camping, and water sports seeing massive demand. flag During the 2024 National Day holiday, outdoor hiking searches rose 253% year-on-year, and rafting searches jumped 121%, according to Meituan. flag Online outdoor sport orders hit 200 million in 2024, totaling over 300 billion yuan ($42 billion), with the camping economy projected to reach nearly 488 billion yuan by 2030. flag Government-backed infrastructure expanded to include 171,800 fitness trails and 2,055 camping sites. flag Retailers report strong sales growth in gear like canyoning shoes and diving equipment. flag The trend reflects a cultural shift toward health and nature, boosting rural tourism and local businesses.

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