Category: Recent Transactions

Texas Developer Will Include 2,300-Plus RV Sites in Taylor County, Texas

An RV park with more than 2,300 lots is under development in Taylor County (Texas), according to KTAB. During a meeting on Tuesday (Sept. 23), Taylor County commissioners approved a final infrastructure development plan for the Elmdale RV Park, which will be located off Elmdale Road N and Mesquite Lane. The park will house 2,313 RV spots, encompassing 148 acres. In addition to the RV spots, the park will feature a playground, dog park, sand volleyball area, and an office/clubhouse. Source

Dallas-based Real Estate Investment Firm Acquires Checotah/Lake Eufaula West KOA Holiday in Checotah, Oklahoma

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is pleased to congratulate Investorade, a Dallas-based real estate investment firm specializing in campgrounds, recreational vehicle and manufactured housing sectors, on the acquisition of the Checotah/Lake Eufaula West KOA Holiday. Owners Blaz Korosec and Blake DeWitt bring a passion for outdoor hospitality and a commitment to enhancing the camping experience for guests. As founders of Investorade, Korosec and DeWitt are deeply invested in preserving the spirit of camping while thoughtfully elevating guest experiences. Both owners share a genuine love for campgrounds and the traditions that…

Cloverdale/Indianapolis West KOA Journey Joins KOA Family of Campgrounds

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announces the acquisition of the Cloverdale/Indianapolis West KOA Journey. The Carpenter family brings years of successful KOA campground ownership through their operation of the Brown County/Nashville KOA Holiday, KOA said. With close family ties to the area and a passion for providing high-quality camping experiences, the Carpenters said they are excited to bring their expertise and energy to this newly acquired park. Located a mile off I-70 and on 27 acres of hills, streams and nature trails, the Cloverdale/Indianapolis West KOA Journey campground sits halfway…

Largest and Most Unique Private Landholding for Sale, Including RV Park in Jena, LA

One of the largest and most unique private landholdings in Louisiana will sell at public auction: 3,915± acres known as Kitterlin Creek, located in LaSalle Parish near Jena, Louisiana. Assembled and developed by the late Homer E. Gahn Jr., this expansive property blends scenic beauty, wildlife habitat, income-producing infrastructure and deep family legacy. This property includes over 1,000± acres of lakes and 12± miles of Little River frontage, a designated Louisiana Scenic River. From Kitterlin Bay and Fools River Lake to a network of trails and private boat ramps, the…

‘Open Road Resorts’ Acquires ‘Bayou Barataria RV Park’ in Harvey, LA

Open Road Resorts (ORR), an outdoor hospitality company focused on owning and operating RV parks and campgrounds across the United States, has announced that it has acquired Bayou Barataria RV Park in Harvey, La. (just outside of New Orleans), according to a press release. Bayou Barataria is the seventh park in the Open Road Resorts portfolio and the first in Louisiana. ORR’s other parks are located across Idaho, Nebraska, New Mexico, Texas and Wyoming. The ORR team seeks to provide superior hospitality experiences by acquiring exceptional parks and investing in…

Sarasota County has Agreed to Buy Camp Venice off River Road in Venice, FL

The county has entered into a contract with Camp Venice LLC to purchase property adjacent to Snook Haven Park. Sarasota County has agreed to buy Camp Venice, an RV park off River Road, for $14 million. The county intends to turn the area into a campground connected to adjacent Snook Haven Park, which it also owns and where an $8.75 million improvement project is underway. County staff projects that when up and running, the campground will require 10 staff to operate and will generate upwards of $1 million a year.…

NAI Brokers Announce Sale of ‘A-Lodge Campground’ Located in Salida, CO

NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers is pleased to announce the successful sale of the A-Lodge Campground, located at 16105 US-50 in Salida, Colo. The transaction was facilitated by Maria Piper and Bob Kaplan, of NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers, according to a press release. Formerly operated as Salida/Mt. Shavano KOA, the A-Lodge Campground, is a premier outdoor destination in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. The property offers easy access to the Arkansas River and the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. It is a prime year-round location for outdoor recreation, attracting visitors with opportunities…

Highway West Acquires Avila Pismo RV Resort & Campground and Two Other Properties in California

Highway West Vacations has expanded its collection of unique hotels, lodges, cabins and glamping resorts with the acquisition of three new properties in California. The acquisition increases the company’s portfolio by 30 per cent and expands its footprint in California with new properties in Northern California and an increased presence in Central California. The new Highway West properties include Avila Pismo RV Resort & Campground, Costanoa and Lake Siskiyou. “Our commitment to exceptional hospitality is at the heart of everything we do, and we are excited to bring our best-in-class…

Money Creek Haven Campground Under New Ownership in Houston, MN

Michael Burbach is no stranger to Money Creek Haven Campground, located just off MN 76, north of Houston. Since 2015, he has planned to buy the campground from Wayne and Carla Fitting. On May 1, that plan became a reality. “It became official May 1,” Burbach said. Originally from Winona, Burbach visited the campground as a camper. “I spent a lot of time here before I came here to work as the general manager. I was looking for a good place to come to spend time with my son.” Laughing,…

Open Road Resorts Acquires AB Camping & RV Park in Cheyenne, WY

Open Road Resorts (ORR) acquired AB Camping & RV Park, a 125-site RV park in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The acquisition marks the latest step in Open Road’s rapid expansion across the U.S., growing its portfolio to six properties in five years. Open Road Resorts plans to renovate several amenities relatively soon, but will save other upgrades for fall and winter when the park isn’t so busy, said James Omstrom, who co-founded Open Road Resorts with Chase Becker in 2019 in Dallas, Texas. The park experiences significant overnight traffic due to its…