Council Approves Conditional Use Permit For an RV Park and an Indoor Storage Facility in The Blair City, Nebraska

The Blair City (Neb.) Council has approved conditional use permits that will allow for an RV park and an indoor storage facility on the east side of Highway 30 and the north side of County Road P26 on the south edge of Blair, according to the Pilot-Tribune & Enterprise. Donna and John Henton made the requests at the Aug. 26 City Council meeting. In making the CUP presentations to the City Council, Community Development Director Jeff Beiermann said there are not very many areas in or around Blair that allow…

Officials Approve Development of 40-Site RV Park Project in Concho Valley, Arizona

The Apache County Board of Supervisors worked through a full agenda at its Aug. 18 meeting, approving tax levies, health service contracts and a new development in Concho Valley. The board approved a conditional use permit allowing Country Club Properties LLC to move forward with plans for a 40-unit RV park in Concho Valley, next to the former golf course. The Planning and Zoning Commission had previously recommended approval with conditions to address traffic access, water usage, and community effects. Source

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Restoration of Timber Creek Campground Amphitheater in Rocky Mountain National Park

Timber Creek Campground Amphitheater on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) welcomed visitors to free ranger-led programs this season after significant repairs and upgrades took place this year, thanks to a $25,000 gift from Rocky Mountain Conservancy. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on August 14 to celebrate the improvements, which allowed for the return of ranger-led evening programs that have been on hold since 2020. Before the COVID-19 pandemic and the East Troublesome Fire, the amphitheater welcomed visitors each summer to learn from park rangers about wildlife,…

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…

Elks Lodge Celebrates Opening of 10-Site RV Park in Colville, Washington

After more than a decade of planning and three years of dedicated construction, the Colville (Wash.) Elks Lodge #1753 celebrated the official opening of its brand-new, 10-space RV Park on Aug. 19, according to the Statesman Examiner. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of a project that brings new accommodation options to Colville. Located beside the Dominion Meadows Golf Club, the RV Park serves as an addition to the region’s tourism options, according to exalted ruler John Moser. Source

Shawnee County Commissioners Approve New Cabins at Lake Shawnee campgrounds in Topeka, Kansas

Shawnee County Commissioners Aaron Mays, Kevin Cook and Bill Riphahn unanimously approved the construction of cabins at the Lake Shawnee campgrounds during a Aug. 25 county commissioners meeting. Mays said the project is exciting to see coming to life. “This is fantastic. I know we had talked about this a long time ago and weren’t 100% sure what we were going to put there,” Mays said. “We knew we wanted cabins but we didn’t have the money for it so this is great. Good to see it happening.” Jessica Rakestraw,…

Eagle Island State Park’s New Campground Set to Open in Eagle, Idaho

Idaho’s Eagle Island State Park’s major upgrades are nearly complete, with a brand-new 50-site RV campground set to open Thursday (Aug. 28), according to KIVI. The campground represents the largest upgrade in the park’s history, featuring full water and sewer hookups at each site. After more than a year of construction, the area has transformed from mainly dirt to a fully equipped camping destination. Eagle Island State Park will have a limited opening on Thursday, Aug. 28. Source

Campground Expansion & New Amenities Celebrated At Meaher State Park in Spanish Fort, Alabama

Local leaders gathered Friday to celebrate major upgrades at Meaher State Park, including expansion of the campground, the addition of four new tiny cabins and construction of a new park office. Local government and tourism officials joined State Parks staffers for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to officially open and dedicate the new amenities. “We’ve made it no secret that our goal is to provide a first-class experience for all of our visitors at our State Parks, especially when it comes to overnight accommodations,” said Chris Blankenship, commissioner of the Alabama Department…

Developer Opens 73-Site RV Park in Upper Peninsula, Michigan

A U.P. (Mich.) resort held a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Little Lake on Tuesday (Aug. 20), according to MSN. Forsyth Forward welcomed Charley’s RV Resort Campground to the community. The resort officially opened earlier in August, and campers are already enjoying the resort. The grounds have cabins and 73 full RV hook-up sites. The general store is now open and stocked for campers and locals. Charley’s RV Resort Campground co-owner Jim Delmont says this is just the start. Source

A New RV Park Under Construction Plans to Open Soon in Columbia, South Carolina

A new RV park is on the way to the Columbia (S.C.) area, and construction is already underway, according to WLTX. The project, Killian Road RV Park, at 234 Killian Road, is privately owned and was approved by Richland County last year. Crews began clearing trees on the site this past spring. The goal is to have the park finished and open by November of this year. When complete, the park will include about 55 spaces for RVs, along with two cabins that can be used for both short-term and…