<![CDATA[Sijunjung Regency in West Sumatra possesses breathtaking natural and cultural wealth, including the renowned Silokek Geopark, yet its vast tourism potential remains largely underutilized due to a lack of integrated spatial information. This study addresses a critical research gap by providing a comprehensive spatial overview to transform raw potential into a strategically managed economic pillar. By utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the research offers a unique and compelling perspective on how mapping characteristics, distribution, and accessibility can drive more targeted, efficient, and sustainable tourism development. The research employs a quantitative descriptive approach, covering 76 identified tourist destinations across eight sub-districts in Sijunjung Regency. The methodology integrates GIS-based spatial analysis, utilizing field observations, GPS coordinate tracking, and Nearest Neighbor Analysis to identify distribution patterns. Furthermore, the study evaluates accessibility through buffering techniques at a 300–800 meter radius from main access points to measure the ease of reaching these diverse attractions. The findings reveal that Sijunjung’s tourism is heavily dominated by natural attractions (69.7%), with the spatial pattern classified as "clustered," particularly around the Sijunjung, Silokek, and Sumpur Kudus districts. While leading natural destinations generally enjoy good accessibility, many cultural and man-made sites remain difficult to reach due to inadequate infrastructure. The study concludes that GIS is a highly effective tool for tourism planning and recommends that local governments prioritize infrastructure improvements and community involvement to ensure equitable and sustainable regional growth. ]]>
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