With the rise of Millennial campers and Baby Boomer generation getting older, many campgrounds are starting to offer cabins or RVs as a way to attract more customers. While some think offering these accommodations defies the spirit of camping itself, many parks have seen an increase in Park visitors due to offering more lush accommodations. Here are a few pros and cons for offering cabin or RV rentals as a means to generate more income for your RV Park or campground. 

Everything is online and everyone is online these days. That really is where this article should stop but if we still have not convinced you, here are a few reasons why your RV Park or campground needs an online reservation system. 

Campground management is no walk in the park. Between checking in and out campers, to keeping up the grounds, there is little time to do general tasks such as keeping up with the books. Below are some of the best tips and hacks we have tried or read about to save you time and make your life easier. 

For some people being able to connect to the internet at all times is an absolute necessity, even when camping. Many campsites are located in areas where there is little or no cell phone service so having Wi-Fi is a huge factor when choosing a campsite, if not the only factor. Being able to share experiences quickly also means more people talking about your campground and reserving sites.

For most, speed limits are just suggestions but when you manage a family campground making sure drivers adhere to speed limits,  can mean life or death. Below are a few ways you can ensure all motor vehicles slow down. 

This month our customer spotlight is on John Pratte, a wildlife biologist who manages one of the most unique campgrounds in the country. The Swan Island Wildlife Management Area campground in Maine is a hidden gem that won’t remain hidden for long. John uses his extensive knowledge of the area and dedication to customer experience to make sure of it.

It’s taken less than seven years for Instagram to go from a knockoff Foursquare to one of the world’s most popular mobile apps. It currently has 375 million active users, 50 million more than the population of the United States. Its incorporated cutting-edge features like Instagram Stories and Instagram Direct to transcend its original photo-sharing platform. It’s become a digital link between celebrities, politicians, artists and legions of followers and fans.

Operating a park where people not only come and go but also stay for extended periods of time can be hard to manage. From how the park flows, to interactions with guests, as a park owner, you have to be aware of every detail

Every summer the Niangua River is full of people canoeing, fishing, floating and anything else you could dream of doing on a beautiful river. For Sherri, running this campground is on that list.

Whether you’ve been hiking, fishing or just sitting around a fire all week, a shower and fresh clothes are a total necessity. Offering coin-operated showers, washers and dryers will provide convenience for campers and a source of passive income for you. The best part is you’ll never need to leave the park to cash in your change - just tell campers that you have quarters and they’ll bring the cash directly to you.