Sell Your
A Thoughtful Transition for Your Campground’s Next Chapter
If you are starting to think about what comes next for your campground, we would be glad to talk. GatherGrounds is a family-owned owner-operator: we own and run three family campgrounds in Michigan and Ohio, and we buy parks to run them for the long term. You do not need a listing, an appraisal or a decision to start a conversation. Use the form below, or call 989-715-4295.
Who we are
We are a campground operator, not a broker or an investment fund. Our parks:
- Walnut Hills Family Campground, Durand, Michigan, operated since 2022
- Ridge Ranch Campground, Newton Falls, Ohio, since September 2025
- The Oaks Campground, Munith, Michigan, since late 2025
We reinvest in the parks we buy. That has meant new sand beaches and floating water parks, renovated restrooms, a new playground and an Amish-built pavilion at Ridge Ranch, an underground power-grid upgrade under way there, and online booking and license-plate gate systems.
What we look for
We look at campgrounds and RV parks with 130 or more sites in Michigan, Ohio and other Great Lakes states. Parks that need work are welcome, including those with deferred maintenance or dated infrastructure. If that sounds like your park, we would like to hear from you.
We are open to seller financing, which some owners prefer for tax or income reasons. How any sale is structured is something to review with your own CPA and attorney.
If your park is not a fit for us, we can often suggest other routes worth considering.
Why some owners sell directly to an operator
Selling directly is not right for everyone, but owners who choose it usually mention a few reasons:
- No listing commission. With no listing broker, there is no brokerage commission to pay on that side. You will still want your own attorney and CPA.
- A quieter process. Fewer showings and less public marketing can mean less disruption for your staff and seasonal campers.
- A buyer who already runs campgrounds. An operator understands seasonal campers, utilities, septic and permits, and plans to keep the park open.
Before you accept any direct offer, it is wise to know your park’s value independently. An appraiser or a broker’s opinion of value can give you a number to measure any offer against, including ours.
When a broker may be the better fit
A good campground broker is often the better choice if your park is large, if you are selling several parks together, if the property is unusual and hard to price, or if you want the widest exposure and several buyers bidding against each other. Some owners simply prefer to have a professional run the whole process. Talking with us can still be a useful comparison before you sign a listing agreement.
After a sale
We know the people matter as much as the property. After a purchase, we aim to keep the existing staff and honor existing seasonal camper agreements. Every park is different, so we look at this case by case and put what we agree on in writing.
What to have ready
You do not need everything in hand for a first conversation. A rough idea of your site count, revenue and the age of your main systems is enough to start. If talks go further, a buyer will ask for three years of financial statements, your seasonal camper list, occupancy reports, permits and a site map.
It also helps to think ahead about your goals: the price and terms you would need, your timing, what matters to you about your staff and campers, and whether you would like to stay involved for a while after a sale.
Confidentiality
We know that word of a possible sale can unsettle staff, seasonal campers and neighbors. Conversations with us are confidential, and we will sign an NDA on request before you share financial records.
Questions
Does contacting you commit me to selling?
No. A first conversation is just that. Many owners talk with several buyers or brokers before they decide anything, and some decide not to sell at all.
Do you buy RV parks as well as campgrounds?
Yes. We look at campgrounds and RV parks with 130 or more sites in Michigan, Ohio and other Great Lakes states, including parks that need work.
Will you consider seller financing?
Yes, we are open to it. Seller financing has tax and risk implications for you, so talk to your CPA and attorney before agreeing to terms.
Should I talk to a broker first?
That is up to you. If you want competitive bidding or a professional to run the sale, a broker may serve you better. Talking with us can still be a useful comparison.
What happens to my staff and seasonal campers?
After a purchase, we aim to keep the existing staff and honor existing seasonal camper agreements. We look at each park case by case and put what we agree on in writing.
Thinking about selling, now or a few years from now? Tell us a little about your park in the form below, or call 989-715-4295. Either way, the conversation stays confidential.
