Analysis of the Differences in Support Factors for Mountain Outdoor Tourism among Residents of the Yi Ethnic Area in Heizhugou — From the Perspective of Social Exchange Theory
Research Purpose: This study takes the Black Bamboo Gully area as a case study to conduct a differential analysis of the impact perception of residents’ support for mountain outdoor tourism in the Yi ethnic area of Black Bamboo Gully, in order to reveal the differences in influencing factors of mountain outdoor tourism support across various demographic characteristics. Research Method: Through exploratory factor analysis, six key factors affecting mountain outdoor tourism support were identified. The study employs parametric testing and analysis of variance to analyze the residents of the Yi ethnic area in Black Bamboo Gully across different genders, ages, income levels, and education levels. Research Conclusion: There is no significant difference in the influencing factors of mountain outdoor tourism support between genders; residents of different ages exhibit significant differences in cost perception and ecological perception; different levels of education show significant differences in sense of place, ecological perception, and benefit perception; there is no significant difference in the influencing factors of mountain outdoor tourism support among different income levels. The findings of this study provide insights for the development of mountain outdoor tourism in ethnic areas and offer theoretical support for the formulation and implementation of relevant policies.