Author: Cindy Rivera

Helicopter Tours and RV Park Approved for Denali State Park, AK

Many residents living near Alaska’s Denali State Park are not too happy with the local planning commission. Earlier this week, the Mat-Su Borough Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a privately owned RV resort in the middle of the state park. RV park aside, locals are up in arms with an associated decision—one that will lead to as many as eight helicopter tours per day from the resort during the tourist season. But the call is made: Denali helicopter tours and RVs will be a reality. The planning…

My Old Kentucky Home State Park’s Campground is Undergoing $4 Million Renovations in Bardstown, KY

Building on the New Kentucky Home initiative, My Old Kentucky Home State Park’s campground is undergoing $4 million in renovations to enhance visitor experiences. Gov. Andy Beshear signed legislation that allocated $40 million in funding for campground improvements, which was approved by the General Assembly during the 2024 legislative session. The renovation project includes 39 full-service campsites, including eight pull-through sites, and the construction of a modern bathhouse. This project underscores a strong commitment to improving facilities across Kentucky State Parks campgrounds, providing visitors with modern amenities to fit today’s…

Modern America Campgrounds Acquires King Phillip’s Campground in Lake George, NY

Modern America Campgrounds, the largest RV park owner in the Northeast announced its acquisition of King Phillip’s Campground in Lake George, NY. King Phillip’s has 220 sites and is the closest campground to Lake George. This marks the company’s 30th park acquisition in the last 24 months, further solidifying its position as a leader in the outdoor hospitality industry. “We are thrilled to welcome King Phillip’s to the Modern America Campgrounds family,” said Hunter Vazza. “It is an amazing property, and we intend to expand the park by an additional…

Swamp House Marina Expanding to Offer RV Park, Dog Park and Bath House in Pensacola, FL

The Swamp House Marina already offers a wet slip, 24/7 boat launch, a view of the Escambia River and an on-site seafood restaurant to boaters. Now its owner, Dustin Reeves, plans to expand the approximately 15-acre site by opening an RV park between March and April 1 alongside a few more changes. Reeves plans for the new site to have a dog park, 28 spots for RVs with full hookups – including extra parking for the existing restaurant and marina – and an 800-square-foot bathhouse located on the site. Their…

Chippewa National Forest Mabel Lake Campground to Offer Reservable Campsites in Walker, MN

Visitors to Chippewa National Forest will soon be able to reserve select campsites in advance at Mabel Lake Campground , located at 6715 Mabel Lake Road, 26 miles east of Walker on Highway 200. Reservations for Mabel Lake Campground will go live on Recreation.gov beginning Jan. 27. The campground will join the other Chippewa National Forest campgrounds already on Recreation.gov and will be a mixture of reservable and first come, first served sites. Forest visitors will now have the ability to plan ahead and know they will have a site…

From Cabins to Glamping, Big Hotel Chains Lean into the Great Outdoors in the U.S. Metro Areas

Hospitality’s biggest players are heading into the wild, with Marriott International becoming the latest hotel giant to stake its claim in the booming outdoor accommodations market. Last month, Marriott acquired nature-focused Postcard Cabins at the same time that it forged a long-term agreement with Trailborn, an outdoors-oriented boutique hotel brand. Both moves are part of Marriott’s plan to launch an outdoors-focused collection later this year, centered on upscale and upper-upscale accommodations that cater to travelers seeking nature-immersive experiences. Postcard Cabins, which launched in 2015 and previously operated under the name…

Angleton Realty Buys 50 Acres for RV Park Development in Angleton, TX

  Locally based investment firm Angleton Realty has purchased approximately 50 acres in Angleton, located south of Houston, for the development of a new RV park and commercial space. Details on the commercial component, as well as an overall construction timeline, were not disclosed. Kirk Laguarta, Duane Heckmann and Nate Jackson of Land Advisors Organization represented the seller, an entity doing business as Rancho Isabella LLC, in the transaction. Darbe Gosda of CBRE represented Angleton Realty. Source

Campground Receives $3.9 Million Worth Upgrades by Ohio DNR in Van Buren, OH

The Ohio DNR (ODNR) upgraded 61 campsites at the Van Buren State Park Campground to include full RV hookup and other amenities in and around the sites. “These improvements make Van Buren State Park even more accessible and it’s a great destination for campers in Ohio,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “By responding to the needs of our visitors, we are ensuring that families and outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy this park to its fullest for generations to come.” The $3.9 million project was a direct result of visitor feedback after…

Proposed RV Park Scores Board of Zoning Appeal Win in Townsend, TN

Townsend’s Board of Zoning appeals agreed a campground or RV park fits the neighboring land uses near the Talley Ho Inn, issuing a special exception to developers Thursday. Developer Brett Stewart has worked for months to garner approval for his proposed “upscale RV park” on the 5.2-acre property. Stewart’s vision presented before the Townsend Planning Commission depicts an RV park with more space and parking for each vehicle. The goal, he said, is to offer better amenities than competing campground locations and possibly have staff on-site to help customers with…

Akeley Campground Granted Conditional Use Permit in Hubbard, MN

The Hubbard County Board approved the conditional use permit for McGregors’ Tree Patch RV Campground, with 10 conditions. The Hubbard County Board approved a conditional use permit application (CUP) by Fred and Laurie McGregor. The couple operates McGregors’ Tree Patch RV Campground on 11th Crow Wing Lake in Akeley. The county’s planning commission recommended approval following a Dec. 16, 2024 hearing. Hubbard County Environmental Services Office (ESO) Eric Buitenwerf recapped the situation for the board at their Tuesday, Jan. 7 meeting. He explained that the McGregors acquired a CUP in…