Allentown could be home to a new RV park following a development proposal submitted to Santa Rosa County in early August. Site plans show that the project entails creating an RV park with 49 stalls and a handful of new roads using an almost 10-acre site at 8855 Highway 87 N. Ken Smith, the owner of truss manufacturing and metal fabricating company Blackwater Truss Systems, confirmed to the News Journal that he’s behind the proposal, but he declined to comment on the plans at this time. Smith intends to build…
Author: Cindy Rivera
Yosemite National Park’s Biggest Campground Reopens After $26 Million Renovation in Tuolumne Meadows, California
Yosemite National Park’s largest campground has officially reopened after a three-year closure and a $26 million renovation project. Tuolumne Meadows Campground, a 140-acre area with 336 campsites that can host 2,200 visitors a night, reopened Friday following a lengthy and expensive rehabilitation effort, the National Park Service announced. First built in the 1930s, the campground closed in 2022 in order to improve its roads, restrooms and sewer system. The campground is located along Tioga Road, about a 90-minute drive from Yosemite Valley. It’s often used by visitors as a basecamp…
Developer Reopens Luxurious RV Resort with New Amenities in Port Huron, Michigan
Guests at what was once known as the Port Huron (Mich.) Township Campground in past years would have seen a rustic campground with gravel roads, according to the Times Herald. On Friday, July 25, however, the campground staff and owners, Steve and Karen Ureel, held a ribbon-cutting event to announce the opening of Dancing Fire Glamping & RV Resort, a more luxurious RV park. The ribbon cutting marked the end of 18 months of construction that brought new amenities to the park, including a new clubhouse with a library, a…
CTX Capital Partners Expands Outdoor Hospitality Portfolio with Upscale, Riverfront, and Long-Term RV Resort Investments in Central Texas
CTX Capital Partners, a leading real estate investment and development firm focused on outdoor hospitality, is proud to announce the completion of significant upgrades to two of its premier RV resorts and the opening of a new, ground-up resort in Central Texas. These projects reflect the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional outdoor experiences for RV travelers and families across the region. “Our goal is to create destinations that meet the evolving needs of today’s RV community,” said Clayton Mansfield, Construction Manager, CTX Capital Partners. “Whether guests are seeking an upscale…
Officials Approves RV Park Upgrades in Garnett, Kansas
A long-running discussion on shipping containers in Garnett (Kansas) came to a climax last night at the Garnett City Commission approved on a 2-1 vote, with Commissioner Jody Cole opposed, an ordinance that bans the use of shipping containers as a dwelling anywhere in the city, or permanent usage within the office-institutional and business districts, according to Ad Astra Radio. They will be allowed by right in industrial zones and the few agricultural-zoned properties in Garnett, with a limit of two containers on a site. Temporary uses will be permitted…
64-Unit Michigan Glamping Park Development is Taking Next Steps in Cadillac, MI
A proposed upscale outdoor hospitality resort known as The Haven of Cadillac in Cadillac, Mich., could be one step closer to becoming a reality after an upcoming meeting next week, according to the Cadillac News. That may be the case when the developers return to the Clam Lake Township Planning Commission on Monday (July 28) to formally request a Planned Unit Development overlay for the project. The developers, Shelby and Ben Hastings of Beauvista Partners, LLC, envision the resort as a luxury, nature-focused retreat offering high-end “glamping” accommodations — a…
State Park RV Village Announces Grand Opening: A Premier Long-Term RV Destination in Lockhart, Texas
State Park RV Village is excited to announce the grand opening of its brand new, 44-site RV park, offering spacious, full-hookup sites designed for comfortable mid to long-term stays. Nestled in the heart of Lockhart, the “Barbeque Capital of Texas,” the village provides a secure, modern, and affordable home base for a diverse range of residents, from traveling professionals to snowbirds and those seeking an alternative living solution. State Park RV Village sets itself apart with a comprehensive suite of modern amenities and a commitment to a peaceful, family-friendly environment.…
Jefferson County Conservation Opens New Prairie Ridge Campground in Fairfield, IA
Jefferson County Conservation opened its newest campground on July 1, known as Prairie Ridge Campground. The campground is just east of Jefferson County Park and accessible from Key Boulevard. It includes 14 stalls for campers, with electric, water and sewer hookups. Jefferson County Conservation Director Shawn Morrissey said this campground will not have a bathroom, since it’s designed for self-contained campers who have a bathroom onboard. He said the stalls are especially large to accommodate the big RVs in use today. Seven of the 14 stalls are paved, and the…
Renovated Green Bay Campground Welcomes Campers With New Campsites, Amenities in Sagle, ID
After almost a year of renovation, the Green Bay Campground is set to reopen. Sandpoint Ranger District officials said sites at the popular campground will open for reservations starting at 7 a.m. Friday, July 25. The first reservations will begin Aug. 1, and the last reservation set for Sept. 27. Until then, all sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground closed last year for renovation, and its reopening this year has been delayed, Sandpoint Ranger District officials said. As part of the complete renovation, five campsites were…
Tuolumne Meadows Campground to Reopen With $26 Million Improvements in Yosemite National Park, CA
After decades of decay and disrepair, the Tuolumne Meadows Campground is refurbished. Park rangers say it has seen very little maintenance in the last 60 years, and they couldn’t afford the necessary repairs. “Some of the campsites were on an angle, and there were clay pipes. And so [construction] was literally from the ground up,” Park Ranger Scott Gediman said. The campground has 336 sites, hosting thousands of people every summer. So Gediman says the bathrooms and picnic tables had seen better days. “We do not have the budget as…