Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US - Market Research Report (2014-2029)
New York, United States
Last Updated: July 2024
NAICS 72121Revenue
$10.7bn
Past 5-Year Growth
Profit
$X.Xbn
Employees
54,130
Businesses
15,276
Wages
$X.Xbn
Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry analysis
Pent-up demand and a desire to reconnect with nature have driven consumers to campgrounds and RV parks over the past five years. The COVID-19 pandemic fueled a new generation of campers using work-from-home policies to travel domestically. The influx of new campers has increased demand for luxury facilities and amenities often provided by competing rental properties and hotels. Campsites and RV park owners have responded to shifting consumer preferences by constructing yurts, glamping tents, pools and spas. Over the past five years, revenue has increased at a CAGR of 3.1% to $10.7 billion, including a 1.4% boost in 2024 alone.
Trends and Insights
- Campgrounds are upscaling due to a wealthier client base and competition from online rentals. To compete with luxurious accommodation sites, these outdoor lodgings are improving their facilities to attract the affluent camping market.
- Peer-to-peer rentals boost camping accessibility for new campers. The steep cost of camping gear and RVs can be off-putting, particularly for potential first-timers still testing the waters.
- Waterfront sites top campers' lists. Waterside locations and panoramic vistas appeal not only for their natural beauty but also for their recreational value and proximity to local attractions. Travelers frequently pay extra for these premium camping spots.
- Zoning permits curb market concentration in the campground sector. They're often costly and time-consuming for newcomers, limiting the size of potential sites and adding to initial expenses.
Industry Overview
Market size and recent performance (2014-2029)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 3.1 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated $10.7bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
COVID-19 changed the way people camp
- Work-from-home policies established during the pandemic increased the average consumer's leisure time and geographic flexibility. Cabin fever drove workers to seek a change of scenery and camping offered a safe way.
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Source: IBISWorld
Industry outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Trends and Insights
Gas prices have an impact
- Global oil prices are expected to fall over the next five years but with volatility. Consumers who avoid road trips because of lofty gas prices will be encouraged to take more trips during reduced-price periods. However, the prices of substitutes (hotels, restaurants) factor into the decision.
Biggest companies in the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue ($m)
2024 | Profit ($m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. | 458.5 | 144.8 | 31.6 | |
Target Hospitality Corp. | 403.4 | 105.8 | 26.2 | |
Sun Communities, Inc. | 233.8 | 79.4 | 34.0 |
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Products & Services Segmentation
Source: IBISWorld
Industry revenue is measured across several distinct product and services lines, including Overnight recreational camps, RV parks and campgrounds and Other unit accommodations and service fees. Overnight recreational camps is the largest segment of the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US.
Trends and Insights
Overnight recreational camps are a stable summer activity
- Overnight recreational camps include sales from campground memberships, tuitions and long-term fees. Typical monthly rates at an RV park or campground range between $300.00 and $500.00.
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Competitors
- Golf Driving Ranges & Family Fun Centers in the US
- Hotels & Motels in the US
- Casino Hotels in the US
- Bed & Breakfast & Hostel Accommodations in the US
Complementors
- Land Leasing in the US
International industries
- Campgrounds & Recreational Vehicle Parks in Canada
- Motels, Hostels and Holiday Parks in New Zealand
- Caravan & Camping Sites in the UK
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry operates recreational vehicle (RV) parks, campgrounds, and recreational and vacation camps. The industry also includes trailer and caravan parks and wilderness camps. Industry establishments cater to outdoor enthusiasts and commonly provide access to facilities (washrooms, laundry rooms, recreation halls and playgrounds).
What's included in this industry?
Overnight recreational campsRV parks and campgroundsOther unit accommodations and service feesCompanies
Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.Target Hospitality Corp.Sun Communities, Inc.Purchase this report to view all 10 major companies in this industry.
Related Terms
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV)CAMPGROUNDSTRAVEL TRAILERBABY BOOMEROVERLANDINGGLAMPINGIndustry Code
NAICS 72121 - Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US
Performance
Get an indication of the industry's health through historical, current and forward-looking trends in the performance indicators that make or break businesses.
Analyst insights
Campgrounds are upscaling due to a wealthier client base and competition from online rentals. To compete with luxurious accommodation sites, these outdoor lodgings are improv...
In this chapter (4)
- Current Performance
- Outlook
- Volatility
- Life Cycle
Key metrics
- Annual Revenue, Recent Growth, Forecast, Revenue Volatility
- Number of Employees, Recent Growth, Forecast, Employees per Business, Revenue per Employee
- Number of Businesses, Recent Growth, Forecast, Employees per Business, Revenue per Business
- Total Profit, Profit Margin, Profit per Business
Charts
- Revenue, including historical (2014-2023) and forecast (2024-2029)
- Employees, including historical (2014-2023) and forecast (2024-2029)
- Businesses, including historical (2014-2023) and forecast (2024-2029)
- Profit, including historical (2014-2024)
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth
- Industry Life Cycle
Detailed analysis
- Trends in supply, demand and current events that are driving current industry performance
- Expected trends, economic factors and ongoing events that drive the industry's outlook
- Key success factors for businesses to overcome volatility
- How contribution to GDP, industry saturation, innovation, consolidation, and technology and systems influence the industry's life cycle phase.
Products and Markets
Learn about an industry's products and services, markets and trends in international trade.
Analyst insight
Peer-to-peer rentals boost camping accessibility for new campers. The steep cost of camping gear and RVs can be off-putting, particularly for potential first-timers still tes...
In this chapter
- Products & Services
- Major Markets
Key metrics
- Largest market segment and value in 2024
- Product innovation level
Charts
- Products & services segmentation in 2024
- Major market segmentation in 2024
Detailed analysis
- Trends impacting the recent performance of the industry's various segments
- Innovations in the industry's product or service offering, specialization or delivery method
- Key factors that successful businesses consider in their offerings
- Buying segments and key trends influencing demand for industry products and services
Geographic Breakdown
Discover where business activity is most concentrated in an industry and the factors driving these trends to find opportunities and conduct regional benchmarking.
Analyst insights
Waterfront sites top campers' lists. Waterside locations and panoramic vistas appeal not only for their natural beauty but also for their recreational value and proximity to ...
In this chapter (1)
- Business Locations
Charts
- Share of revenue, establishment, wages and employment in each state
- Share of population compared to establishments in each region in 2024
Tables
- Number and share of establishments in each state in 2024
- Number and share of revenue each state accounts for in 2024
- Number and share of wages each state accounts for in 2024
- Number and share of employees in each state in 2024
Detailed analysis
- Geographic spread of the industry across North America, and trends associated with changes in the business landscape
- Key success factors for businesses to use location to their advantage
Competitive Forces
Get data and insights on what's driving competition in an industry and the challenges industry operators and new entrants may face, with analysis built around Porter's Five Forces framework.
Analyst insights
Zoning permits curb market concentration in the campground sector. They're often costly and time-consuming for newcomers, limiting the size of potential sites and adding to i...
In this chapter (4)
- Concentration
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer & Supplier Analysis
Key metrics
- Industry concentration level
- Industry competition level and trend
- Barriers to entry level and trend
- Substitutes level and trend
- Buyer power level and trend
- Supplier power level and trend
Charts
- Market share concentration among the top 4 suppliers from 2019-2024
- Supply chain including upstream supplying industries and downstream buying industries, flow chart
Detailed analysis
- Factors impacting the industry’s level of concentration, such as business distribution, new entrants, or merger and acquisition activity.
- Key success factors for businesses to manage the competitive environment of the industry.
- Challenges that potential industry entrants face such as legal, start-up costs, differentiation, labor/capital intensity and capital expenses.
- Key success factors for potential entrants to overcome barriers to entry.
- Competitive threats from potential substitutes for the industry’s own products and services.
- Key success factors for how successful businesses can compete with substitutes.
- Advantages that buyers have to keep favorable purchasing conditions.
- Advantages that suppliers have to maintain favorable selling conditions.
- Key success factors for how businesses can navigate buyer and supplier power.
Companies
Learn about the performance of the top companies in the industry.
Analyst insights
Equity Lifestyle Properties dominates with over 5% of the national campground market. They outstrip competition with over 200 RV parks and campgrounds throughout diverse scen...
In this chapter
- Market Share Concentration
- Companies
- Company Spotlights
Charts
- Industry market share by company in 2020 through 2024
- Major companies in the industry, including market share, revenue, profit and profit margin in 2024
- Overview of Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc.'s performance by revenue, market share and profit margin from 2018 through 2024
- Overview of Target Hospitality Corp.'s performance by revenue, market share and profit margin from 2018 through 2024
- Overview of Sun Communities, Inc.'s performance by revenue, market share and profit margin from 2018 through 2024
- Overview of revenue, market share and profit margin trend for 7 additional companies
Detailed analysis
- Description and key data for Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc., and factors influencing its performance in the industry
- Description and key data for Target Hospitality Corp., and factors influencing its performance in the industry
- Description and key data for Sun Communities, Inc., and factors influencing its performance in the industry
- Description, key data and performance trends for 7 additional companies
External Environment
Understand the demographic, economic and regulatory factors that shape how businesses in an industry perform.
Analyst insights
Travel surged at RV parks and campsites post-pandemic. Years of enforced isolation boosted pent-up demand, with millions seeking outdoor leisure at campgrounds.
In this chapter
- External Drivers
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key metrics
- Regulation & policy level and trend
- Assistance level and trend
Charts
- Regulation & Policy historical data and forecast (2014-2029)
- Assistance historical data and forecast (2014-2029)
Detailed analysis
- Demographic and macroeconomic factors influencing the industry, including Regulation & Policy and Assistance
- Major types of regulations, regulatory bodies, industry standards or specific regulations impacting requirements for industry operators
- Key governmental and non-governmental groups or policies that may provide some relief for industry operators.
Financial Benchmarks
View average costs for industry operators and compare financial data against an industry's financial benchmarks over time.
Analyst insights
Prime campsite locations cost more, pushing developers into remote areas. Developers increasingly target remote spots as top locations near landmarks hike profits, with custo...
In this chapter
- Cost Structure
- Financial Ratios
- Key Ratios
Key metrics
- Profit margin, and how it compares to the sector-wide margin
- Average wages, and how it compares to the sector-wide average wage
- Largest cost component as a percentage of revenue
- Industry average ratios for days' receivables, industry coverage and debt-to-net-worth ratio
Charts
- Average industry operating costs as a share of revenue, including purchases, wages, depreciation, utilities, rent, other costs and profit in 2024
- Average sector operating costs as a share of revenue, including purchases, wages, depreciation, utilities, rent, other costs and profit in 2024
- Investment vs. share of economy
Data tables
- Industry Multiples (2017-2022)
- Industry Tax Structure (2017-2022)
- Income Statement (2017-2022)
- Balance Sheet (2017-2022)
- Liquidity Ratios (2017-2022)
- Coverage Ratios (2017-2022)
- Leverage Ratios (2017-2022)
- Operating Ratios (2017-2022)
- Cash Flow & Debt Service Ratios (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Enterprise (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Employees per Enterprise (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Establishments per Enterprise (2014-2029)
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
Detailed analysis
- Trends in the cost component for industry operators and their impact on industry costs and profitability
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the market size of the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States in 2024?
The market size of the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States is $10.7bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in 2024?
There are 15,276 businesses in the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States has been growing at a CAGR of 3.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US market in United States?
The biggest companies operating in the Campgrounds & RV Parks market in United States are Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc., Target Hospitality Corp. and Sun Communities, Inc.
What does the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US in United States include?
Overnight recreational camps and RV parks and campgrounds are part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US in United States?
The company holding the most market share in United States is Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc..
How competitive is the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Campgrounds & RV Parks in the US industry in United States.
