When it’s time to round up the cousins, coozies, and lawn game legends for a full-blown family reunion, there’s no better home away from home base than an RV park. These destinations can accommodate rigs of all sizes. They give the kids plenty of room (and reason) to roam. And they keep everyone close — without crowding each other. The best part: You can pick a location that turns your get-together into a full-on family funfest.
We’ve rounded up six of the best RV parks across the country that go all-in on space, amenities, and reunion-ready vibes to make your next family gathering one for the scrapbooks.
Ocean Lakes Family Campground – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Ocean Lakes isn’t just one of the biggest RV parks on the East Coast — it’s one of the best spots in the country to host a family reunion. This beachfront campground covers 310 oceanfront acres with almost 900 campsites. This massive RV Park has room for everyone from tent campers to Class As.
With easy beach access, golf cart rentals, indoor and outdoor pools, a full water park, mini golf, and a massive recreation center, you’ll have no trouble keeping every age group actively engaged. Their onsite event spaces are ideal for potlucks, talent shows, or family game nights.
What Makes It Great: The blend of oceanfront scenery and the onslaught of activities means the fun literally never has to stop.
Jellystone Park Camp-Resort – Larkspur, Colorado
This one’s tailor-made for families. Jellystone Parks are known for their kid-first approach. And the Larkspur location pulls out all the stops. Nestled between Denver and Colorado Springs, it gives you big mountain views and small-town charm all in one spot.
The park has cabins, tent sites, and full-hookup RV sites. (Plus, there’s a family reunion pavilion you can reserve for group meals or celebrations.) Activities include a splash pad, laser tag, jumping pillows, and Yogi Bear-themed events. That’s just the kind of stuff that’ll have the little ones talking about it for months.
What Makes It Great: Themed fun, family-centered events, and plenty of group spaces make this one a reunion slam dunk.
Lake George RV Park – Lake George, New York
Upstate New York may not be the first place you think of for a family reunion, but this park will change your mind. Lake George RV Park is perfectly set up for family gatherings. The park offers 120 acres packed with hiking and biking trails, indoor and outdoor pools, and sports courts. There’s even a family-owned playhouse that hosts live performances.
They’ve got large sites with full hookups. Trolley service can ferry you to local attractions. And there’s enough activities for every branch of the family tree — from the hammock-lounging uncles to the speed-demon kids on scooters.
What Makes It Great: Tons of amenities meet classic campground charm in a setting that’s peaceful, scenic, and central to Northeastern families.
Sun Outdoors Sarasota – Sarasota, Florida
If you’re not afraid of the long haul down the Gulf Coast’s I-75, Sun Outdoors Sarasota is a hot choice for family events. This resort-style RV park has everything: an enormous pool complex, mini golf, pickleball courts, and an on-site bar and bistro. And, in case you want to get your sweat on between Uncle Bob’s stories, there’s a wellness center. They also offer vacation rentals for family members without their own rigs. Plus, they have dedicated event spaces perfect for family dinners.
What Makes It Great: It’s just a short drive to Siesta Key’s white sand beaches, giving your family the option to mix in some classic Florida beach days with all the fun back at camp.
Zion River Resort – Virgin, Utah
Looking for a reunion that’s a little more jaw-dropping? Zion River Resort puts your family just minutes from Zion National Park and offers top-tier amenities in an out-of-this-world location that’ll help you knock your reunion out of the park. Full-hookup sites, a community fire pit, a playground, pool, and group meeting areas make it perfect for groups.
The nearby hikes and views are unforgettable, and the resort’s concierge team can help you plan everything from guided tours to shuttle service, making it easy to organize group outings. Did I even mention stargazing by the river? Altogether, it’s not a bad way to reconnect with those cousins you haven’t seen in a while.
What Makes It Great: Proximity to a national park means this reunion doubles as a bucket-list trip.
The Vineyards Campground & Cabins – Grapevine, Texas
Tucked into the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, The Vineyards feels miles away from the city while still being super accessible for far-flung family members. Located right on the shore of Grapevine Lake, the campground has everything from spacious RV sites to cozy cabins for those who aren’t bringing a rig.
You’ll find kayak and paddleboard rentals, fishing docks, hiking trails, and an event pavilion that can be reserved for your group. It’s a great mix of laid-back lakeside living and easy logistics.
What Makes It Great: Easy to get to, but feels like a vacation once you’re there — ideal for big, spread-out families.
3 Tips for a Next-Level RV Family Reunion
- Book group sites and extras early. The best parks fill up fast—especially during summer. So, don’t stop at picking your location. Reserve any shared-use facilities like pavilions or rec halls. Many parks will work with you directly on group bookings. They might even offer discounts for big parties.
- Create a reunion HQ site. Designate one RV as the “mobile home base” for the reunion. (Ideally, it’d be a centrally located rig with a big awning and outdoor setup.) This becomes the drop-in spot for coffee chats, water breaks, and hanging out between planned activities.
- Keep meals simple and shared. Organize potluck-style dinners or assign each nuclear family a night to handle dinner. Bring slow cookers, griddles, or portable smokers to make cooking easy. And don’t forget to set up a “snack central” table — because no one wants to be hangry on reunion weekend.
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