Category: Development News

KOA announced plans to make improvements and changes to their Monroe County campground location in the coming years, developments it said would include new cabins and amenities, among other additions. According to a Facebook post from the business, the “major improvements” include two pools, a splash pad, pool cabanas, a concessions area and a mini golf course. Also expected are six new cabins and additional RV and camping sites. KOA said the renovations are scheduled to begin in fall 2024, but will be implemented in phases so as to not…

A multimillion-dollar adventure resort is coming to Norman, and the developers said the Oklahoma Sooners’ move to the Southeastern Conference played a role in their decision to build. By next summer, the heavy tree line along Classen Boulevard and Post Oak Road will become central Oklahoma’s first destination RV resort. The resort will also feature an aerial adventure park. Developers said they are betting on SEC fans to set up camp. “There really isn’t many destination RV resorts that exist here. They exist on the coast but not here,’ said…

  After more than nine years of entitlement and permitting, the required approvals were awarded to River Dance, an active 40-site RV park in the Vail Valley, triggering the park’s formal expansion that will include 200+ sites upon expansion completion” Fortius Capital, a real estate private equity and development company, proudly announces the commencement of a significant expansion project at River Dance. The property will feature 54 park homes available for extended and nightly stays as part of the expansion’s first phase, with the potential to add additional park home…

Roam America officially launched today as a new outdoor adventure hospitality brand offering a modernized RV and campground experience. Roam America is dedicated to meeting the changing needs of today’s travelers with stylish facilities, pet-friendly accommodations, tech-forward features, and curated local experiences. With amenities for everyone from experienced outdoor adventurers and full-time RVers, to digital nomads and glampers who are used to the comfort and convenience of hotels, Roam America welcomes all to adventure and enjoy the outdoors on their terms. As a proof of concept, the brand successfully soft-opened…

Pearl Lake Campgrounds and RV resort is planning an expansion, which will offer more recreational vehicles and vacation home sites. The South Beloit City Council on Monday approved the first reading of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) agreement as well as a special use permit for the planned expansion. Pearl Lake owner Lance Beatch plans an expansion on the west side of the lake, adding 142 sites for recreational vehicles and vacation homes. Pearl Lake, at 1220 Dearborn Ave., already offers lots for RVs and camping, as well as swimming,…

A campground – complete with RV hookups, cabins, tents and yurts – is being planned next to Lookout Creek in Lookout Valley. Roamstead is planned at 2815 Cummings Highway near a former Cannon towel outlet. A bar also operated nearby. Allen Jones, who represents Thomas Connolly of Connolly Development, said, “Roamstead was established to be a bridge to the outdoors. They welcome all adventurers to experience the magic of the outdoors through genuine hospitality and elevated design. “Roamstead is a modernized campground that focuses on hospitality, elevated amenities, and beautiful…

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is looking forward to a year of significant expansion in 2024. In 2023, KOA elevated the total number of operating KOA parks to 511 by the end of the year. A key factor in KOA’s success has been the sales team’s progress, with 12 conversions of independent parks and the signing of eight new construction contracts, resulting in 20 agreements in 2023. This effort marked a significant rise from 14 agreements in the previous year. “KOA is the go-to partner for conversion and new build…