Informing Congestion Management in National Parks Using Stated Preference Modeling

摘要

This research assessed the relative importance of indicators and standards of quality forrecreational travel at two national parks in the United States. Stated preference analysis wasused to compare the utility of crowding, convenience, corridor design, and cost in visitors'transportation choices among private automobile, shuttle bus, and bicycle. Results offer insightinto managing traffic congestion and illustrate which management actions may be most effectivein influencing visitors' travel behavior.