Some of the top tourist stops across North Dakota are sharing in $15 million worth of “Destination Development Grants,” according to KVRR. North Dakota Tourism and Marketing says these investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences and support long-term economic growth. Out of 106 applications from 45 communities, just 23 projects were chosen for this round of grants. One of the projects includes: Urbain Cote Round Barn RV “FARM” – Dunseith Awarded: $3,000,000 This project will restore the iconic 1943 Urbain Cote Round Barn and surrounding farmstead into a…
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Couple Renovates Campground into Glamping Getaway in Twining, Michigan
Lansing area natives, Lindsay and AJ Updyke are bringing a fresh approach to camping on the sunrise side with their new “glamp ground” Timberglow Getaway in Twining. For the past 4 years the Updykes traveled the country in their converted school bus working at various campgrounds, learning what it would take to own their own one day. In January their dream became a reality when they purchased the property that was once Whispering Pines Campground. They have been hard at work transforming the 23-acre property into what is now Timberglow…
Founders of ‘Big Rig RV Resort’ Open ‘Midpoint I-95 RV Park’ in Sellers, South Carolina
The founders of Big Rig Friendly RV Resort in Columbia, S.C., announced the grand opening of Midpoint I-95 RV Park at Exit 180a, midway between Washington D.C. and Orlando, Fla., in Sellers, S.C., just an hour and 10 minutes from Myrtle Beach, S.C. The grand opening was Sept. 12. D Melton, co-founder of both parks with partner, Chris Neeley, stated that the park includes a new 4,000-square-foot clubhouse that houses an office, general store, laundry, a gym, his and her showers and a large community room for family reunions and…
Ehrenberg/River Sands KOA Holiday Joins KOA Holiday Family in Ehrenberg, Arizona
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) welcomes the Ehrenberg/River Sands KOA Holiday to the KOA Family of Campgrounds, congratulating CRR Hospitality on their new brand alignment. Already a popular riverfront destination, the campground is managed by CRR Hospitality, a company known for its expertise in outdoor hospitality and commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences. Situated along the Colorado River in Ehrenberg, Arizona, the campground has been a favorite among travelers for years thanks to its private river access, desert surroundings, and welcoming community atmosphere. Now, as part of the KOA network,…
N.Y. Agency Approves Nearly 360-Site Expansion at RV Park in Adirondack, New York
An RV campground in the southern Adirondacks (New York) could more than double in size. At its board meeting yesterday (Oct. 9), the Adirondack Park Agency (APA) approved nearly 360 new RV sites along the shores of Great Sacandaga Lake. Some on the APA board echoed public concerns about the campground’s impact, according to NCPR. Great Sacandaga Lake, on the southern edge of the park, is one of the busiest lakes in the Adirondacks during the summer tourism season. For 55 years, the Sunset Bay RV Park in the Fulton…
Tahoe Agency Okays Removal of Trees to Make Room for ‘Glamping’ in Lake Tahoe, Nevada
A development designed as an opportunity to enjoy Tahoe’s great outdoors requires the removal of 300 hundred towering pine trees on nine acres of privately owned land in Douglas County near the Lake Tahoe shoreline, as well as on U.S. Forest Service land slated to provide access to the property, which is just off congested Highway 50. The 53-unit development is planned for year-round camping without the gear, but with the amenities of a luxury resort. Talaz, as it’s known, is intended to create “a positive impact through nature-based hospitality,”…
Elysian Escape Opens New Luxury Glamping Retreat in Richardsville, Virginia
Elysian Escape announced the official opening of its new luxury glamping retreat in Richardsville, Virginia on September 15, 2025. The property introduces a model of outdoor accommodations that combines nature-based settings with the structure of traditional hospitality services. The launch comes at a time when demand for alternative lodging is expanding. According to Grand View Research, the global glamping market is expected to more than double in size by 2030, with travelers seeking experiences that provide both access to nature and elevated comfort. Virginia, which reported $30.3 billion in tourism…
Asheville East KOA Celebrates Reopening With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) celebrated the resilience of the community with the official reopening of Asheville East KOA Holiday following the devastation of Hurricane Helene last year. The campground marked this important recovery milestone over the weekend with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music, tours, activities, a cookout and refreshments, celebrating the return of campers and the support of the local community, KOA said in a release. The Asheville East KOA Holiday suffered severe flooding and erosion during the hurricane, destroying nearly every on-site structure. Heading into the fall season,…
Officials Open New Campground in the Heart of Texas City
Heads up, urban campers and those looking for a unique weekend getaway: overnight camping is now available at one of the newest parks in South Texas, according to MY SA. Camp McAllen, a 20-acre outdoor recreational space located in the city of McAllen, in the Rio Grande Valley, is now accepting reservations for overnight camping that offers a relaxing outdoor escape while still being close enough to civilization to make a quick marshmallow run for making s’mores. Officials have previously described the new campground as more than just a destination…
New Executive Campground Under Construction at Gulf State Park, Alabama
With a planned opening in the first half of 2026, the new Gulf State Park Campground will make many campers happy with its extra space. a little more privacy and an abundance of amenities. The new campground will be built in two phases on the park’s former golf course. A new entrance will provide convenient access to the campground from State Road 180 (Canal Road) near the new Beach Express bridge in Gulf Shores. “There will be two phases, based on current funding levels; the first phase will consist of…