Recreating Together? A Research Note on Displacement Drivers and Type Variation by Multigenerational Household Residency
| Authors: | Sarah Krzemien, Erin Budzyn, Elizabeth Perry, Alyssa Thomas, José J. Sánchez, Brian Peterson |
| Year: | 2026 |
| Type: | Scientific Journal |
| Station: | Pacific Southwest Research Station |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.18666/JPRA-2026-13245 |
| Source: | Journal of Park and Recreation Administration |
Abstract
When recreationists encounter negative site conditions, they may cope via displacement and choose alternative experiences to still attain the recreation outcomes they seek. Displacement may differ across demographics, but little is known about differences across social identities based in race/ethnicity, household composition, and generations in the U.S. Our research examines drivers and types of displacement and how these may vary based on social identity. We surveyed Southern Californians residing near one of four national forests in the area (n=3,585) about their visitor use patterns, forest preferences, and recreation displacement drivers and types. Results imply that respondents from multigenerational households are more likely to have experienced displacement drivers and have had those drivers affect their recreation plans. Additionally, spatial, temporal, activity, and companion displacement are felt significantly more by recreationists living in a multigenerational household, which has implications f or recreation accessibility.