The WildProperty Journal
Insights from the outdoor hospitality market
Buying guides, valuation breakdowns, and operator stories from the campgrounds, glamping retreats, and RV parks we cover.
Campground vs. Glamping Retreat: Which Is the Better Investment in 2026?
A head-to-head comparison of traditional campgrounds and glamping retreats: purchase price, revenue, occupancy, costs, financing, and growth potential.
Is Buying a Campground a Good Investment in 2026?
Is buying a campground a good investment? Returns, risks, market trends, and the conditions that make campground ownership a strong or weak bet in 2026.
How Much Does It Cost to Buy a Campground in 2026?
A practical breakdown of campground purchase prices in 2026, what drives valuation up or down, and what to budget beyond the sticker price.
How Long Does It Take to Buy a Campground?
The campground buying process timeline from first search to closing — typical durations for financing, due diligence, and the steps that cause delays.
Glamping Retreat Operating Costs: A Full Breakdown
Glamping retreat operating costs broken down — housekeeping, linen service, maintenance, marketing, staffing, and the per-unit expenses that affect margins.
How to Value an RV Park Before You Buy
How to value an RV park before you buy — income multiples, price per site, utility-adjusted valuations, and red flags that signal overpricing.
What Is Outdoor Hospitality and Why Investors Love It
Outdoor hospitality investment explained — the asset types, market growth drivers, and why campgrounds, glamping retreats, and RV parks attract capital in 2026.
Campground Cap Rates Explained for Buyers and Sellers
Campground cap rates explained — how they are calculated, typical ranges in 2026, and what drives cap rates up or down in outdoor hospitality markets.
How to Increase Revenue at Your RV Park
Proven strategies to increase RV park revenue — rate optimization, amenity upgrades, long-term stays, ancillary income, and marketing that fills sites.
Nature Resort vs Campground: Which Should You Buy?
Nature resort vs campground — how these outdoor hospitality assets compare on price, revenue, management intensity, and long-term investment potential.
Due Diligence Checklist for Buying a Campground
A complete campground due diligence checklist — financials, environmental review, infrastructure inspection, permits, and the documents every buyer should verify.
How Much Does a Glamping Resort Make Per Year?
Glamping resort revenue benchmarks for 2026 — nightly rates, occupancy ranges, annual gross revenue by unit count, and what top performers earn.
Top 10 States to Buy a Campground in 2026
The best states to buy a campground in 2026 — ranked by tourism demand, regulatory environment, seasonality, and buyer activity across the outdoor hospitality market.
SBA Loans for Campgrounds and RV Parks: Everything You Need to Know
SBA loan campground and RV park guide — eligibility, down payment requirements, documentation, timelines, and how to improve your approval odds.
What to Look for When Buying a Glamping Resort
What to evaluate when buying a glamping resort — unit quality, booking data, permits, operating costs, and the due diligence checklist premium buyers use.
How to Finance a Campground Purchase
Campground financing options explained — SBA 7(a) loans, seller financing, commercial loans, and how to prepare a loan package lenders will approve.
Campground vs RV Park: Which Is the Better Investment?
Campground vs RV park investment compared — purchase price, revenue models, operating intensity, financing, and which asset type fits your goals.
The True Cost of Owning an RV Park in 2026
Beyond the purchase price — a full breakdown of RV park operating costs including utilities, staffing, maintenance, insurance, and capital reserves.
Campground Valuation: How Much Is Your Campground Worth?
How campground valuation works in 2026 — income approach multiples, price-per-site benchmarks, and the factors that push values up or down.
Glamping Retreat ROI: What Returns Can You Really Expect?
A realistic look at glamping retreat ROI — revenue per unit, occupancy assumptions, operating costs, and the returns investors actually achieve in 2026.
How to Buy an RV Park: What Every Investor Needs to Know
Everything investors need to know before buying an RV park — site counts, utility infrastructure, financing options, valuation methods, and the due diligence that protects your capital.
How to Buy a Campground: A Complete Guide for First-Time Buyers
A step-by-step guide to buying a campground — from defining your goals and building your team to due diligence, financing, and closing on your first outdoor hospitality property.