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For every RV life
THERE IS A SEASON
And for some RV-ers, winter is best of all
Thanks to the sophisticated new reservations systems we can always find just the right RV site for ambience, location, services, facilities and even the shape, size and placement of hookups at the site itself.
However, there is more you need to know about a destination at this time of year. More and more campgrounds, resorts and RV parks are choosing to stay open through the winter.
Here’s an idea of what to look for:
* What amenities remain open? When does the outdoor swimming pool close? What about planned activities? The fitness center? Nearby restaurants and attractions? Bathrooms and how showers available?
* What about bottom line costs? Winter may call for high season camping rates in ski country but low season rates in area where winter is not tourism season. But what about the unexpected costs of winter travel?
* Reservation cancellation costs can be high. If you can have to cancel because of closed roads or a weather related problem at the campground, can you get a refund or just credit for a new date?
* You need to know total costs such as installing skirting and other insulation, purchasing heated hoses, the cost of electricity for heating and changes for water and honey wagon delivery if the water and sewer hookups are disabled when temperature call below freezing. Is propane delivery available?
* Can you get there? In snow country it’s likely that some roads will be closed at least some of the time. Is your rig both winterized and suitable for winter driving?
* What about staffing and security in winter?
* Does the place offer safety and comfort for your pet? Facilities for equestrian campers and their mounts?
* If you rely on solar, how much sunshine can you expect at this locale?
Ready now? Hook up the toy hauler for your snowmobile, mount your ski racks and let’s GO!
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CAMPGROUNDS & RV PARKS; GOOD NEWS/BAD NEW
These news briefs are from local sources. They may be premature or incomplete from the travel planner's standpoint. It's up to you to follow up for yourself.
RV Park & Campground Changes, Upgrades, New Owners
A real estate investment group now owns Lake George Riverview Campground in Lake George, New York. Book a waterfront campsite on the Schroon River. Sites have water, electric, sewer, fire ring, picnic table and free WiFi. The park has a boat launch, swimming pool, sand beach and a pavilion/activities center. As of press time no changes have been announced by the new owners. (518) 623-9444 (www.) LakeGeorgeRiverview.com/
In Arizona, new owners are in place at the Willcox/Cochise KOA Holliday. They plan to add 30 new RV sizes for long rigs, paw pen sites, more patio sites, a new playground, horse stall and a pickleball court. Call (800) -562-5415.
EVENTS
I loved camping Australia in a rented camper, so this news item is presented for those planning a trip Down Under, The Bundurra Race Course in New England, New South Wales, Australia. is again the home of the historic Bundurra Cup each October. That’s good news for RV travelers. The campground is now upgraded and renewed. Start planning now for the 2026 event.
Re-sole your dancing shoes in time for the Colorado Square Dance Festival in Greeley, Colorado, June 12-13, 2026. Dry RV camping will be available on site and at least three full-survive campgrounds nearby are available nearby. The University of Northern Colorado Center Ballrooms have a beautiful wood floor. All dancing and activities will take place on one level of the University Center. To register go to https://mapsdc.coloradosquaredancefestival.com/online-registration/
Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham, Alabama (south of Birmingham) will hold its annual Appalachian Festival November 5. Bring the family to discover authentic mountain music, crafts, environment, history and arts. The park has RV sites with partial or full hookups plus a dump station (fee for non-campers), two bath houses, a playground, dog park and two coin-op laundry facilities. See alaparks.com/
SCUTTLEBUTT
Seasonal closing dates in various national forest campgrounds around Lake Tahoe vary from October 1 to November 30 and can be changed by weather conditions. Check each ahead. Those that stay open through the winter include Camp Richardson Resort’s RV campground and Zephyr Cove Resort and Campground
A final development plan has been approved for Elmwood RV Park near Abilene in Taylor County, Texas. The city-size development will have 2.300 lots sized 25 X 55 with cement pads plus a dog park, playground, volleyball and a clubhouse. All RV’s must have their own bathroom and showers.
CAMPGROUND AND RV PARK CLOSURES
The campground at Long Branch State Park, Macon, Missouri, is set to close for 2026 while renovations and additions are completed. Check occasionally so see when reservations will open for 2027. Contact
https://mostateparks.com/campgrounds/long-branch-state-park or call the park office at (660) -773-5229.
We understand that Davidson River Campground near Brevard, North Carolina in Pisgah National Forest will close this November until May, 2026 while it’s being renovated. The area is known for trout fishing, camping, mountain views, leafy forests and rugged trails. Check for reservations at recreation/gov/
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in California, which hoped to reopen its campground this year is now expected to remain closed until April 2026. Campers can look forward to a newly renovated and improved campground. Call (831) 335-4598 to ask when reservations will be available. https://www.parks.ca.gov/
Cameron County (Texas) officials are moving forward with a major utility upgrade at Isla Blanca Park. Because of the project, the park’s interior campground will close on October 1 for approximately one year while crews update aging hookups and systems. Day use facilities at the park remain open.
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