Adrian Novendra, Almasdi Syahza, Ando Fahda Aulia

The Bukit Rimbang Bukit Baling Wildlife Reserve has unique species and diverse animals whose populations and habitats must be protected. The location of the reserve also serves as a source of water for the community and prevents floods, landslides, and erosion. The results showed that the wildlife reserve area has the potential for economic value that may benefit the surrounding community and create environmental balance through river utilization and using non-timber forest products. There is increased income level, occupation, and environmental quality. Moreover, the potential use of non-timber forest products is an economic alternative to the community. The area can potentially develop natural tourism as a learning process for future generations.

How to Cite: Novendra A., Syahza A., Aulia A. F. (2024). Empirical Study of Measures to Accelerate the Rural Economy: Potential for Nature Tourism in the Bukit Rimbang Bukit Baling Wildlife Reserve in Riau Province, 25(2), 182-203. doi:https://doi.org/10.23917/jep.v25i2.23854