Journal of Park and Recreation Administration

metrics 2024

Advancing knowledge in park and recreation management.

Introduction

The Journal of Park and Recreation Administration, published by SAGAMORE PUBLISHING LLC, serves as a pivotal platform for disseminating scholarly research in the realms of park and recreation management, urban studies, and environmental conservation. With its ISSN 0735-1968 and E-ISSN 2160-6862, this journal not only facilitates the growth of knowledge in these interdisciplinary fields but also ranks notably in the 2023 category quartiles, attaining Q2 status in Nature and Landscape Conservation, Social Sciences (miscellaneous), and Urban Studies, as well as Q3 in Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management. The journal's commitment to high-quality, peer-reviewed content ensures that it remains an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students eager to address the evolving challenges in park administration and community recreation. Although it does not currently offer Open Access options, the insights and contributions published are crucial for fostering sustainable practices and enhancing community engagement within our natural environments.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.38
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.30
H-Index9
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.11
Influence0.29
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life9.50
Citing Half Life10.00
JCI0.27
Total Documents203
WOS Total Citations773
SCIMAGO Total Citations402
SCIMAGO SELF Citations54
Scopus Journal Rank0.38
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.79
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.03
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.06

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #232/604
Percentile 61.59
Quartile Q2
Urban Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #117/279
Percentile 58.06
Quartile Q2
Nature and Landscape Conservation in Environmental Science
Rank #117/211
Percentile 44.55
Quartile Q3
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management in Business, Management and Accounting
Rank #105/146
Percentile 28.08
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 111/139
Percentile 20.50
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 101/139
Percentile 27.34
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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