“How to Start, Run, and Grow an RV Park, RV Resort, and Campground Business” by Jack Wendling is a deep-dive into the world of owning an RV Park. I don’t have any plans to own an RV Park at the moment, but who knows what the future will bring.
There is a lot to owning an RV Park. As with any business, you need to know what you are doing from the start. When running a park, you need to keep your RV travelers top of mind. The way they park their vehicles, long or short-term guests, and what amenities they expect are all part of the business.
There are four types of RV parks, each with its own set of amenities and expectations. The four types are campgrounds, parks, resorts, and luxury camping. You can tell by the titles how each one should look, feel, and perform.
One thing I didn’t know was that there are RV Park franchises. Yes, there are two types of RV park franchises that can assist you in the process; however, you will have to pay them royalties. That is in line will all franchise businesses. Let’s take a look at my five takeaways.
1) The minimum size of an RV parking space is 25 feet, with 75 feet able to support the “big rig” massive automobiles. Knowing these numbers BEFORE you start your planning is vital to your success.
2) Most guests prefer pull-through parking spaces as opposed to back-in sites. I know I hate backing up, even in a car. I can’t even imagine backing up in a massive RV.
3) Make every attempt to level your RV parking spaces. Most RVs are limited in the amount they can level themselves without resorting to blocks. If your spots are level, RVers will appreciate your attention to detail.
4) The two Franchises brands in the United States are KOA and Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park. If you decide to franchise, you will be subject to inspections, but also can leverage existing infrastructure, brand recognition, reservations, and marketing.
5) There are multiple electrical input requirements, including 20-, 30-. And 50-amp services. Having 50-amps available is the best option. Anything lower, and campers may have to reduce appliances in their RVs.
If you love the outdoors and RVing, opening a campground may be right for you. Also, you can open a small RV campground as well, for long-term guests. After reading this book, I can see myself owning 5-8 acres of land, building out 4-6 large RV spots, and making that sweet passive rental income.
If I were to open an RV Park, I would visit at least 5-10 parks and campgrounds, take notes, rent an RV, and live the total RV lifestyle. It seems that those who know RVing best will have the most success.
However, an RV park is a business with permits, laws, reservations, regulations, and employees. You will also have to remember the business side of the house to have long-term success.
Social media, marketing, and advertising are still critical elements of the RV business, as with any company. So no matter how you shake it, you will have to be an RV person and a businessperson to run an RV park. The book will be right up your alley if you are interested in running an RV park or any physical business. Plus, it is an easy read, which is a plus in my book (no pun intended). Have a good day!
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