Author: Cindy Rivera

New Campground Opens Along Niobrara River Near Valentine, NE

Tourists and locals alike now have a fresh spot to soak in the beauty of the Niobrara National Scenic River. An old campground is gaining new life in north-central Nebraska, just a few miles outside of Valentine. “We’ve already had people from Arizona, Texas, and others coming from Sturgis,” Billie Brockley said. Brockley, along with her sister and dad, purchased the former KOA Campground in May. They’ve recently reopened it as River Hideout Campground, offering stays for $25 a night. “It’s close to town, but you’re still outside of town.…

Modern America Campgrounds Acquires Lone Oak Campsites in East Canaan, CT

Modern America Campgrounds, the largest RV park owner in the Northeast, announced its acquisition of Lone Oak Campsites in East Canaan, CT. This marks the company’s 27th park acquisition in the last 24 months, further solidifying its position as a leader in the outdoor hospitality industry. Lone Oak Campsites will officially become part of the Modern America Campgrounds portfolio on Dec. 1, 2024. Modern America Campgrounds has recently introduced several innovative programs to enhance the camping experience for its valued seasonal members and transient guests. Seasonal pass members now enjoy…

Port of Woodland Acquires Columbia Riverfront RV Park in Woodland, WA

The Port of Woodland last week announced its acquisition of the Columbia Riverfront RV Park in Woodland for approximately $6.5 million. The nine-acre RV park, which has operated for decades, is situated along the Columbia River, nestled between existing Port of Woodland properties to the north and south. The location features 76 sites, a pool and a clubhouse. Interestingly, the property was once owned by the Port before being sold to its previous owners decades ago. Port of Woodland Executive Director Jennifer Wray-Keene said the acquisition aligns with the agency’s…

I-55 RV Park Offers Full Hookups, Easy Access to Local Attractions in Edwardsville, IL

Owners Kim and Jeff Bladdick are turning their love for the RV lifestyle into a new business – converted soybeans, and cornfields into a 20-site facility. The Bladdicks are the owners of I-55 RV Park & Campground, located at 4260 Blackburn Road in Edwardsville. The big-rig-friendly park, which is right off Interstate 55, opened on Aug. 23. The land has been in Jeff Bladdick’s family for decades. When he inherited it from his mother a few years ago, the lifelong camper in him decided that Edwardsville is the perfect place…

Full Hookup Campsites Now Available at Tickfaw State Park in Springfield, LA

The Louisiana Office of State Parks recently completed a campsite improvement project at Tickfaw State Park adding full hookups to the 30-site campground. The upgraded campsites include water, electricity and sewer utilities. “We’re excited to offer upgraded campground amenities to our guests,” Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser said. “The full hookup campsites will make for a more convenient, enjoyable stay and allow time for relaxing and experiencing the natural beauty of Louisiana.” Other full hookup campground upgrade projects include Fontainebleau State Park and Jimmie Davis State Park. Currently under construction, the…

Large Campground Development Proposed for Chazy Lake in Dannemora, NY

An out-of-state developer is proposing a 257-site campground development for the Town of Dannemora’s Chazy Lake and residents say it could have lasting negative impacts if built. According to an application filed with the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) recently, the Chazy Lake RV Park and Campground would consist of 231 recreational vehicle (RV) sites and 26 tent sites all accessed through Route 374 and would be open 24/7 from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The project proposes the development of amenities such as a check-in area, clubhouse with a camp…

City Council Approves ‘Luxury RV Park’ on Sovis Road in Madison, GA

A proposed “Luxury RV Park” will be built at the end of Sovis Road in Madison, not far from Love’s Truck Stop, to create “alternative lodging options” for tourists and short-term tenants. The Madison Mayor and City Council unanimously approved a map amendment to rezone 35 acres from a Light Industrial/Manufacturing District (I2) to a Planned Commercial District (PCD) in order to accommodate the unique development. Brooks Pennington, who is developing the property, said this particular parcel of land has too many “topographical challenges” to develop for an industrial business…

Metroparks Toledo and a Family Business to Acquire, Develop a Campground in Swanton, OH

A northwest Ohio campground and nature preserve will see some developments in the coming years, following a large acquisition by Metroparks Toledo and a local, family-owned business. In a press release Thursday, Metroparks Toledo said the organization had received a more than $800,000 grant from the Clean Ohio Fund to acquire and preserve 113 acres of land in the Oak Openings corridor, including a preexisting campground on the property. Starting in 2025, local campground Big Sandy Campground will be known as Superior Made RV Resort, operated by RV enthusiasts and…

Loves Opens New, Small RV Park Along I-75 in Valdosta, GA

Love’s Travel Stops is now serving customers including RVers in Valdosta, Georgia, with the opening of its 20th location in the “Peach State.” The travel stop includes five full-hookup back-in RV sites and a dog park. No pull-through sites are provided. Love’s now offers 68 RV parks at its locations. The final stop on Interstate 75 before crossing the Florida border, the store is off Exit 13 and is open 24/7. It offers many amenities including a Bojangles, a Godfather’s Pizza, Love’s Fresh Kitchen — which offers options such as…

Hammocks Beach State Park to Open New Campground in Swansboro, NC

A new campground at Hammocks Beach State Park will be tentatively opening on Labor Day following a ribbon-cutting in August. The new 22-site campground, which will be called Simmons Mainland Campground, and will be located on the former Simmons FFA campsite, according to the Swansboro Area Chamber of Commerce. The ribbon cutting will happen on Saturday, August 10. According to the Swansboro Area Chamber of Commerce, “the layout of the 8-acre campground will afford campers views of Queens Creek and the wooded areas that border the four cabins, 12 RV…