Category: RV Park Industry

Dwell RV Resort Opens 37 Sites Near Lake Havasu, Plans 164 Total

Dwell RV Resort & Casita Cabins in Topock, Arizona, has begun accepting guests with an initial 37 RV sites and four cabins, ahead of a full grand opening planned for summer 2026. Located near the Colorado River and Lake Havasu, the property is expected to expand to 164 full-hookup RV sites and 20 cabins, with amenities including a pool, fitness center, and pet park. The development will also add 20 enclosed storage units and 145 covered spaces for long-term RV and boat storage. The phased opening is consistent with a…

Patriot RV Resort Opens in Satsuma, Louisiana

Patriot RV Resort in Satsuma, Louisiana, held its official grand opening on July 4, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony two days earlier attended by Livingston Parish officials and local business representatives. The property includes 91 extra-wide, full-hookup RV sites with 20-, 30-, and 50-amp service, along with 12 furnished two-story cottages. Amenities include a lazy river, an adults-only pool, pickleball courts, and a central lodge. The opening adds a new RV resort to the Louisiana market, with accommodations intended to serve both short-term travelers and extended-stay guests, reflecting ongoing development of…

Janesville, Wisconsin: Regional Scale at the Midwest’s Crossroads

RVParkIQ Market of the month Positioned between Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago, this Rock County market stands out for its unusually large parks and broad mix of camping options. The Janesville, Wisconsin market, anchored by Rock County and situated at the crossroads of Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago, supports 44 RV parks and campgrounds with a combined 8,265 camping spots. This regional position is a key demand driver, placing Janesville within easy reach of one of the Midwest’s most active leisure travel corridors. Large Parks Set Janesville Apart Janesville parks average 56.93…

Fort Getty RV Park to Shrink to 62 Sites Under New Town Plan

The Jamestown, Rhode Island town council has directed its administrator to evaluate the financial feasibility of operating a reduced 62-site RV park at Fort Getty, down from 75 sites currently. The move follows a 55-page report from an ad hoc committee, whose guiding principles and recommendations the council adopted, including utility upgrades, accessibility improvements, and a shift toward presenting the site as a multi-use park rather than solely an RV destination. A subsequent budget vote and possible bond measure are expected. The decision reflects broader challenges facing municipally owned campgrounds,…

Out-of-State Buyer Acquires 4 Guys RV Park in Kentucky

4 Guys RV Park, an 81-site campground on more than 70 acres near Kentucky’s Red River Gorge, has been sold in a transaction arranged by NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers. The property is located near Daniel Boone National Forest and Natural Bridge State Resort Park, both draws for hiking, climbing, and outdoor recreation. The buyer was an out-of-state investor previously associated with the brokerage. The transaction reflects continued investor interest in RV parks situated near established outdoor recreation destinations, where natural attractions tend to generate steady visitation. It is consistent with…

Open Road Resorts Acquires Elkhorn Creek RV Park in Frankfort, Kentucky

Open Road Resorts has acquired Elkhorn Creek RV Park in Frankfort, Kentucky, its first property in the state. Situated along Elkhorn Creek near downtown Frankfort, the campground offers full-hookup and creekside RV sites along with standard park amenities. It is located near regional attractions such as the Bourbon Trail. The acquisition brings Open Road Resorts’ portfolio to 11 properties across nine states. The transaction is consistent with broader consolidation trends in the campground and RV storage sector, where multi-park operators continue to acquire established properties in tourism-oriented markets to expand…

New Cabins and Pet-Friendly RV Sites Open at Red Rock RV Park in Island Park, Idaho

Open Road Resorts has expanded accommodations at Red Rock RV Park in Island Park, Idaho, with the addition of cabin rentals and new pet-friendly RV sites. The new lodging options diversify the property’s offerings beyond traditional RV camping and are intended to serve a broader mix of travelers. While outside the core self-storage sector, the expansion reflects continued investment in RV and outdoor hospitality properties, markets that are closely tied to RV ownership and storage demand. The project also underscores a broader trend of operators enhancing asset appeal through varied…

Gulf State Park Opens 103-Site RV Resort Expansion in Alabama

Gulf State Park has opened a new RV resort in Alabama, adding 103 campsites and increasing its total capacity to 607 RV sites. The expansion redevelops a former golf course and represents a significant increase in RV accommodation inventory within the state park system. While outside the traditional self-storage sector, the project reflects continued investment in RV-related infrastructure, a market segment closely linked to RV ownership and storage demand. The development also points to ongoing growth in outdoor hospitality assets serving recreational travel and mobile lifestyles. Read the Full Article…

Three-Park KOA Portfolio Sold Across Idaho, Washington, and Oregon

A three-property KOA RV park portfolio in Idaho, Washington, and Oregon has changed ownership through a transaction completed under the KOA Resale Program. The portfolio includes the Boise/Meridian, Pasco/Tri-Cities, and Pendleton KOA Journey locations, all positioned along major travel corridors in the Pacific Northwest. While outside the traditional self-storage sector, the transaction reflects continued investment activity in alternative real estate segments tied to travel and temporary accommodation. It also highlights ongoing portfolio transactions and ownership transitions within the outdoor hospitality industry. Read the Full Article Source: WCM (Woodall’s Campground Magazine)

Smoky Mountain Corridor Market Watch: Experience-Fueled Investment

RVParkIQ Market of the month Smoky Mountain Corridor: Scale, Consistency and Experience-Led Demand A look at one of the most established RV park and campground markets in the U.S. Few markets combine scale and consistency quite like the Smoky Mountain Corridor. Anchored by the gateway communities of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg (collectively the Sevier County market), it has become one of the most established RV and campground markets in the U.S., with approximately 216 parks and nearly 14,000 sites, and another three parks in the pipeline through 2027. Reliable…