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Coastal Tourism Suitability and Carrying Capacity Index in Pangandaran Beach, West Java Province Shafira Bilqis Annida; Faqih Baihaqi; Yusfi Sri Wahyunintyas; Riyanti Rahmawati; Kurnia Lucky Fadillah; Selvi Centia
Jurnal Pengelolaan Perikanan Tropis (Journal of Tropical Fisheries Management) Vol 9 No 2 (2025): Jurnal Pengelolaan Perikanan Tropis (Journal Of Tropical Fisheries Management)
Publisher : Departement of Aquatic Resources Management, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, IPB University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29244/jppt.9.2.83-88

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Pangandaran West Beach is a popular destination visited by many tourists, both local and international. This study aims to analyze the tourism suitability index and carrying capacity of the West Coast of Pangandaran, West Java, as a beach recreation-based tourist destination. This research was conducted in April 2025. The method used was direct observation to collect primary data on environmental parameters, with 5 stations spaced 636 m apart. Data analysis was conducted using the tourism suitability index and the area's carrying capacity, categorized into three main types: beach recreation, camping, and swimming. The results showed that the tourism suitability index for Pangandaran West Beach in the categories of beach recreation, camping, and swimming tourism was 97.3%, 91.7%, and 85.9%, respectively, and is classified as "very suitable." Meanwhile, the carrying capacity of the area for beach recreation activities is 340 people per day, for swimming activities is 255 people per day, and for camping activities is 1,592 people per day. This value represents the hypothetical maximum capacity of visitors that can be accommodated without harming the beach ecosystem or compromising the quality of the tourist experience.
COASTAL RESOURCE ASSESSMENT: SUITABILITY AND CARRYING CAPACITY INDICES OF PANGANDARAN EAST COAST, WEST JAVA Shafira Bilqis Annida; Faqih Baihaqi; Riyanti Rahmawati; Yusfi Sri Wahyuningtias
Vol 16 No 3 (2026): JURNAL PERIKANAN
Publisher : Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jp.v16i3.2241

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This study aims to evaluate the tourism suitability index and carrying capacity of the Pangandaran East Coast area, West Java, as a tourist destination based on beach recreation and marine activities. This research was conducted in April 2025. The research method involved primary data collection through field surveys of environmental parameters such as beach conditions, water quality, and supporting facilities, as well as secondary data from relevant agencies. The analysis was conducted using a quantitative descriptive approach with the tourism suitability index formula and the carrying capacity of the area. The results showed that Pangandaran East Beach has a tourism suitability index for beach tourism, camping and swimming activities in a row of 97.3%; 91.7%; 85.9% which is classified in the “very suitable” category. The carrying capacity of the area for beach recreation activities was calculated at 253 people/day, then for swimming activities at 189 people/day and camping at 710 people/day which reflects the maximum capacity of visitors that can be received without disturbing the beach ecosystem or reducing the quality of the tourist experience. This approach provides important recommendations for tourism managers to optimize the management of visitor numbers and improve supporting facilities to maintain the sustainability of the area. With calm beach characteristics and good accessibility, Pangandaran East Beach has great potential as a leading destination in West Java for marine recreation. This research is expected to be a reference for the development of sustainable tourism policies in coastal areas.