Linyi thrives on booming camping economy

Scenic views of the Haoyunjiao Campground in Linyi's Zhucun village scenic area.

Linyi is experiencing a massive surge in its camping economy, evolving from a niche hobby into a mainstream driver of consumer spending and tourism. By prioritizing people-centric urban development, the city has opened 213 public park green spaces totaling 8.2 million square meters for recreational use. These free, accessible areas welcome large crowds on a daily basis along the Yihe River and other scenic urban locations.

Building upon this green foundation, Linyi has established 40 standardized campsites ranging from hot spring retreats to pastoral villages and scenic mountain spots. Notable locations like the award-winning Hongshizhai automotive self-driving sports camp in Zhuquan village, Yinan county and rural leisure hubs in Mengyin county and Feixian county offer diverse micro-vacation experiences that blend nature with regional culture.

Furthermore, this outdoor boom has successfully catalyzed an entire industrial chain spanning equipment manufacturing, camp operations, and cultural tourism integration. Backed by Linyi's robust logistics and manufacturing strengths, local outdoor gear companies report soaring domestic sales and expanding international exports to markets like Malaysia and Dubai. By deeply integrating camping with hot spring-related, sports, and local events, Linyi has firmly established itself as a premier destination for sustainable, high-quality urban leisure.

Editor：韩蒙蒙