Category: RVParkIQ News & Updates

FEMA Risk Zones: Build Risk Awareness Into Every Decision

FEMA Risk Zones: Balance Revenue with Resilience Great investments balance revenue with resilience. The FEMA Risk Zones feature in RVParkIQ Explorer overlays flood, hurricane, and wildfire exposure on top of live market insights. What You Can Do Assess hazard risk before you commit capital Avoid operational surprises and insurance cost spikes Prioritize safer and more sustainable opportunities Investor Takeaways A site that looks perfect on paper can become a liability in a high-risk zone. With a clearer picture of exposure, you can negotiate better terms, design with resilience, or move…

Opportunity Zones: Align Demand With Incentives

Where you invest matters. RVParkIQ Explorer maps Economic Opportunity Zones so you can pair strong demand with federal incentives and long-term growth potential. What You Can Do Pinpoint properties located in designated Opportunity Zones Evaluate potential tax advantages for your project structure Open new markets that fit your return profile Why It Helps Opportunity Zones can improve after-tax returns and reduce downside. When combined with Explorer’s demand and supply views, you get the conviction to move on markets others overlook. Explore Opportunity Zones in RVParkIQ Explorer See Opportunity Zone boundaries…

Traffic Data: Where RV Demand Is Heading Next

Traffic Data: Where RV Demand Is Heading Next Real-time traffic signals are changing how investors pick winning RV and campground markets. Traffic Data inside RV ParkIQ helps you move first with confidence. Why Traffic Data Matters Spotting demand early is the difference between a great deal and a missed window. Traditional comps lag. Traffic Data shows activity as it happens, so you can validate market interest, compare regions, and act before others do. What You Can Do With Traffic Data Measure demand in real time by market and submarket Compare…

The Market Size of the U.S. RV Park & Campground Industry

Why This Industry Matters Right Now Camping and RV travel have evolved from niche pastimes into one of the most dynamic corners of the outdoor hospitality sector. What was once defined by rustic campsites and seasonal RV parks now encompasses everything from family-owned campgrounds to luxury glamping resorts with curated experiences. But its appeal goes far beyond affordability and flexibility. For millions of Americans, camping provides a restorative escape – an opportunity to reconnect with nature, unplug from digital overload, and prioritize mental well-being. As travelers seek more meaningful, health-conscious…

Develop Smarter: New Tools to Identify High-Demand RV Park & Campground Markets

RVParkIQ has rolled out major enhancements to its market analysis platform, Explorer—giving RV park and campground investors unprecedented visibility into U.S. market dynamics. If you haven’t explored Explorer yet, now’s the time. New tools make it easier than ever to spot investment opportunities and evaluate markets with speed and confidence. These new updates to the interactive map bring expanded filtering capabilities that go far beyond basic facility data. You can now explore: New RV Park Developments – Track nearly 400 upcoming projects nationwide to monitor competitive activity and future supply…

Bend, OR Market Watch: An Outdoor Investment Snapshot

In a travel economy still finding its post-pandemic footing, the RV parks and campgrounds sector continues to outperform expectations, driven by demand for open-air destinations, flexible lodging, and experience-rich stays. The recent debut of Bend RV Resort in Central Oregon stands as a clear example of this evolution. But what makes this project more than a one-off luxury play is the data behind the region: the demand is there, and supply hasn’t caught up. A New Resort in a Market Ripe for Growth Opened in late 2024, Bend RV Resort…

RVParkIQ Enhances Explorer: The Ultimate Investment Tool for RV Parks & Campgrounds

The outdoor hospitality industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by a surge in RV travel, the expansion of glamping, and increasing consumer demand for unique, high-end outdoor experiences. According to the RV Industry Association (RVIA) Spring Travel Intentions Survey, 72 million Americans plan to take an RV trip in the next 12 months, with top destinations including beaches, national parks, lakes, mountains, and urban areas. At the same time, glamping has evolved from a niche market to a mainstream powerhouse, with the U.S. glamping sector expected to skyrocket from $561…

RV Parks & Campgrounds Industry Overview

Overview Camping is booming, and the RV Parks and Campgrounds market is riding the wave. Fueled by post-pandemic lifestyle shifts and the rise of remote work, Americans increasingly embrace outdoor recreation as an affordable and flexible alternative to traditional travel, allowing them to work, explore, and reconnect with nature. Younger and more diverse demographics are driving participation while evolving consumer preferences are reshaping the market. According to RVParkIQ, the U.S. hosts 12,055 RV parks with 1,181,210 camping spots, averaging 20.93 acres per park. Despite this, supply has struggled to keep…