Buyers need to know which category fits their goals.
Here they are:
1. Destination / Resort Parks
High-end, amenity-rich, often near tourism hotspots.
Features:
- Pools, splash pads
- Cabins, park models
- Large RV sites
- High nightly rates
- Professional staff
- Large acreage
- Event spaces
- Store + activities
Price Range: $3M–$20M+
Buyer Type: Experienced operators, investors, corporate, well-funded individuals.
2. Overnight / Transit Parks
Located on major highways or travel routes.
Features:
- Pull-through sites
- Simple amenities
- 1–3 night stays
- Easy operations
- Strong summer traffic
Price Range: $1.2M–$6M
Buyer Type: First-time owners, semi-retired couples, hands-on operators.
3. Seasonal Parks
The most predictable income.
Features:
- Guests pay for the season
- Low turnover
- Low labor
- Strong repeat guests
- Very stable NOI
Price Range: $1M–$5M depending on number of seasonal sites
Buyer Type: First-time owners wanting stability, buyers who want minimal daily work, northern market buyers.
4. Destination Lake/Riverfront Parks
Very high demand, limited supply.
Features:
- Waterfront access
- Boat docks
- Premium rates
- Mixed lodging
- High value land
- Often older utilities
Price Range: $2M–$15M+
Buyer Type: Buyers with capital, investors, people who want a lifestyle property with strong income potential.
5. Rustic / Low-Amenity / “Mom & Pop” Parks
Perfect for beginners with lower budgets.
Features:
- Basic RV sites
- Simple cabins
- Gravel roads
- Limited utilities
- Lower purchase price
Price Range: $400k–$1.5M
Buyer Type: First-time buyers, small budgets, hands-on owners.
6. Mixed-Use Parks
Campground + motel, store, marina, restaurant, etc.
Features:
- Multiple revenue streams
- Multiple staff roles
- Higher complexity
- Great income potential
Price Range: $1.5M–$10M+
Buyer Type: Experienced operators, buyers comfortable managing staff and multiple business types.
