Category: RV Park Industry

Woodland City Council Moves Forward With RV Park Zoning Change in Woodland, WA

Woodland’s effort to bring long-standing recreational vehicle parks into compliance with city code took another step forward Monday, May 5, as the City Council unanimously approved the first reading of a zoning change for Woodland Shores RV Park. The park, located on the corner of Millard and A streets bordering Lewis River, has operated since 1992 but was never zoned to allow permanent residency. While Woodland Shores has long been home to many year-round residents, city law capped RV occupancy in the highway commercial (C-2) zone at 90 days. In…

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…

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) Announced Several New Additions to its Family of Campgrounds in the US

Sherstin Lauman and April Lewis have their new campground, the Sterling/Lake Ontario KOA Holiday. Bringing a passion for the outdoors and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the region, they are eager to build a welcoming camping experience that highlights the unique charm of the Sterling area, KOA said. Nestled in Sterling, New York, the Sterling/Lake Ontario KOA Holiday offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, with easy access to the stunning shoreline of Lake Ontario. Located within minutes of Fair Haven and less than an hour from…

Zoning Board Approves Campground at Silver Lake between I-84/380 and Route 435 in Dunmore, PA

Dunmore approved a developer’s plan to create a campground with five cabins near the Interstate 84/380 Twin Bridges and the new flyover exit ramp for Elmhurst, the borough zoning coordinator said. S. Walsh Properties LLC of 2641 Pittston Ave. in Scranton sought from the Dunmore Zoning Board a special exception to establish a campground and construct five cabins at Silver Lake on Drinker Turnpike, according to public notices of the board’s April 24 meeting agenda published in The Times-Tribune on April 15 and 22. The board, on Thursday, unanimously approved…

New Regulations Approved for RV Parks, Introduces Annual Fee by Monroe County Board, GA

The Monroe County Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved updated regulations for recreational vehicle (RV) parks within the county’s new Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The changes establish several minimum standards that existing and future RV parks must meet. Parks will need to be at least 25 acres, have 10 or more RV sites, provide proper utility hookups, have graveled or paved driveways, and designate RV spaces. Park owners will also be required to pay an annual $250 fee per RV site to the county starting in 2024. This will help…

States Target Non-Residents with Higher Fees

As the popularity of camping continues to grow, some states have passed laws imposing limits on non-residents and reducing the percentage of campground sites available for advanced reservation in state parks. Other states are levying punitive fee hikes on out-of-state campers, ostensibly to create more availability for resident campers. These laws are controversial, with some arguing that they are necessary to ensure residents have access to camping opportunities and preserve natural resources. In contrast, others see them as overly onerous, discriminatory and harmful to a state’s tourism economy. As RVtravel.com…

New Laws for Campground Owners

Florida is the latest state to contemplate liability shield laws for recreational activities and campgrounds. New legislation would urge people to camp at their own risk, shielding private campgrounds from liability claims. A Florida State Senate bill, SB 1054, and a correlated House bill, HB 1323, would limit claims against commercial campground facilities not situated on public lands. The legislation aims to shift the burden of responsibility to campers instead of the campgrounds, offering “civil liability protection for private campground owners and specified employees of private campgrounds for injury, death,…