Author: Cindy Rivera

Morningstar Properties Acquires Cincinnati Marina in Cincinnati, OH

The facilities are on the Ohio River. “This acquisition showcases our commitment to representing our customers well when it comes to analyzing, marketing and preparing sellers for the process of divesting their marinas,” National Marina Sales maritime broker Rick Roughen said in a statement. “We were excited to work with Morningstar Properties to accomplish this trophy acquisition. It will be exciting to see now how they maximize the significant potential of Rivertowne Marina and Tucker’s Landing to their full capacities.” Rivertowne Marina is situated on 50 acres and includes four…

Lakeview Campground at Sibley Park on Track for 2025 Opening in New London, MN

One of the wettest summers on record slowed work on the campground, but recent dry conditions are allowing work to progress at the park in rural New London, Minnesota. One of the state’s wettest summers on record slowed progress on the reconstruction of the Lakeview Campground in Sibley State Park, but workers have been making the most of the dry conditions that now prevail. Work remains on track for a big grand opening in May of 2025, according to Park Supervisor Jeremy Gehrke. There is daily progress to see as…

Rainbow Campground, Trail Reopen Along Upper Clackamas River, OR

Rainbow Campground and Riverside Trail reopened Sept. 13, marking a significant milestone for being the first and only campground that has opened along the Upper Clackamas River corridor since the 2020 Riverside Fire that spread across 138,054 acres. The fire destroying or severely damaging 26 campgrounds and day-use sites, 24 trailheads and 37 trails on the Mt. Hood National Forest east of Estacada. The rebuilding of Rainbow Campground, partially funded through Clackamas County Tourism’s Strategic Investment Program, is a collaborative effort between Clackamas County Tourism, the National Forest Foundation (NFF)…

The Station RV Resort Held a Grand Opening in Madison, FL

The Madison County Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening for The Station RV Resort, located at 343 SE Balboa Dr., in Madison, Florida. Jamie Coleman, the owner of The Station RV, has been in the RV Park business for several years, owning a park in North Carolina. It took Coleman around two years to build The Station. The concept for The Station RV started during the COVID-19 pandemic. Coleman planned out the details and explored different RV parks to decide what amenities his RV park should have. The Station…

Hidden Springs RV Resort Opens After Decade of investment in Ivins, UT

The resort is situated on 24.5 acres of land that have been in the owners’ family for generations. Jon and Nicole Graf are co-owners of the resort. They said getting to this point has been full of setbacks, both from financial and city-planning perspectives. “We are not deep pockets. We’re just a small family business trying to make this project and this dream work,” Nicole said. “We heard a lot of no’s, dozens of no’s. And then finally came some possibility,” Jon added. The husband-and-wife duo first had the idea…

Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of 16-Acre RV Resort in Kingsville, TX

Marcus & Millichap has brokered the sale of a 16-acre RV resort in Kingsville, located outside of Corpus Christi. Nature’s Own RV Resort features 115 sites and amenities such as a clubhouse, laundry facilities and a pool. Brad Dorsey and Skyler Henderson of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller and procured the buyer, both of which were local private investors that requested anonymity, in the transaction. Source

Plans to Expand Columbia Cove RV Parking in Brewster, WA

A concept rendering of expanded RV parking at Columbia Cove was unveiled by Public Works Director Lee Webster at last Wednesday’s regular monthly meeting of the city council on Sept. 19. The site under study between Brewster High School and the north end of the Cove Park is currently a planted orchard. It comprises about 13 acres and would provide 65 spaces of various sizes. “The PUD has set that aside with Brewster/mitigation in mind,” said Mayor Art Smyth. The mayor explained that the PUD’s 50-year relicensing plan with Wells…

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Plans to Build Huge Waterpark For 2025 in Milton, NH

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Lakes Region located in Milton, is excited to announce significant expansion plans set for 2025. The campground will construct a 30,000 sq. ft. Water Zone featuring a multilevel playground with waterslides, water blasters, and cannons. The campground will debut a massive 30,000 sq. ft. Water Zone, featuring a multi-level playground with waterslides, water blasters, cannons, a splash pad, and a 750-gallon hydro storm dump bucket. These additions will complement the resort’s existing 6,095 sq. ft. activity pool, enhancing the experience for both children and adults.…

Recreational Investment Group LLP Plans to Develop RV Park in Camp Verde, AZ

Recreational Investment Group LLP recently completed the $1 million purchase of 15.95 acres in Camp Verde, which its plans to develop into a new RV resort park. The vacant property, which is zoned C-3, is located at the northwest corner of Highway 260 and Dickison Circle, within the area’s Opportunity Zone and offers easy access to cities and communities along Interstate 17 and State Route 260. Opportunity Zones are an economic development tool created for the purpose of spurring economic growth and job creation in distressed areas and low-income communities…

Top 6 Must-Have Amenities for RV Parks and Campgrounds in 2024: Expert Insights and Trends

As the RV park and campground industry evolves, keeping up with the latest amenity trends is crucial for attracting today’s modern campers. In 2024, we’re seeing a significant shift towards amenities that cater to both families and adult groups, enhancing the overall outdoor experience. Amber Difabio, Lead Project Manager at Outdoor Hospitality Group, shares her insights on the top six trending amenities this year. With a focus on creating engaging, enjoyable spaces that appeal to the industry’s key demographics, these trends highlight the importance of thoughtful amenity planning in driving…