I have been to Disney World 16 times and have stayed at Fort Wilderness every time. This is the first time we are staying in the cabins, though, instead of in the motorhome. We were there in ’07 and major renovations were going on around the campground.
Maps look like there are cabin loops only, but I know they can’t show every single cabin on there. Are the cabins still scattered throughout the loops or are all of the cabins in “cabin” loops now?
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So, there are not cabins in the camping loops anymore? That’s depressing.
I’d like to spend a few days visiting DC while we’re out visiting relatives out of state, but might be driving in a motorhome. Does anyone know the closest campgrounds near DC so we can sightsee for a few days instead of just one? 1/2 hour away or less would be great. Thanks!
I bet every time a campground owner stops by Wal-Mart and sees an RV parked there it feels like money lost. Sure that RV could be nestled in a campground and paying the $30 or more charged and getting the benefits of electricity and water. Instead it is parked on pavement at Wal-Mart, paying nothing and receiving only a space in which to stop. On the surface it seems like a bad deal for campground owners everywhere. My objective is to clearly explain why it is, in fact, often a money making proposition for RV campground owners.
The first observation might be that it is counterintuitive to see RVs parked at Wal-Mart and think somehow that helps campgrounds. However, using my experiences and budget as an example, I will point out what is obvious to me if not campground owners who try and get Wal-Mart RV overnight parking made a violation of law.
Those of us who use free RV parking at Wal-Mart know the benefits we often bring not only to the Wal-Mart, but to surrounding businesses. In addition to shopping at Wal-Mart my wife and I have gone to movie theaters located in the same area and often eaten at local restaurants. We have also found interesting historical places to visit in the community. The bottom line is that we often spend money, even if it is not at the campground. Communities considering passing an ordinance prohibiting such activity should know that we bypass them and find communities that are more welcoming in which to spend our money.
Back to how parking at Wal-Mart helps campground owners. It is really a matter of economics. If I had to spend every night in a campground it would be difficult or impossible to travel for long periods of time. The ability to sometimes use Wal-Mart and other free parking areas means we can be on the road for weeks or months.
It is not as if we only park at Wal-Mart. Most often we use a free parking area about once every three or four days. Sometimes we might spend a couple of nights in a row at a free parking area, but then we are likely to be in a campground for a week or so.
Because we can hold down the cost of getting places, we are able to spend a longer period of time in campgrounds. To put it another way: if we had to pay every night at campgrounds a trip might last for a couple of weeks. But when we can pace ourselves it is possible to stay on the road for a month or more. This means that we will be spending at least the same amount of time in paid campgrounds, but over a longer period of time.
Possibly of even more potential concern to campground owners is that without the ability to sometimes park for free we might have to choose not going at all. When that happens we lose the fun of travel and owning an RV and campground owners lose revenue. We love staying at campgrounds, but unless we are able to save by spending the night for free every few days, we might well find ourselves at home.
So in conclusion campground owners, when you see us in a Wal-Mart parking lot that just means we will be spending one more night on the road and probably in a campground. We need campgrounds and often support you with our business even if you see us at Wal-Mart.
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I’m looking to take our small motorhome to the Grand Canyon area this summer (from Ohio) and would like to find a nice campground near the canyon.
Amenities in Alberta Campground Campsites
Snack bar, store, ice, fishing tackle, boat rental, boat launch, berth rental, mini golf, nature trails, wildlife photography, campfires. Miles of sand beaches, swimming, sea-doos, sailing, boating, fishing, and playground.
No fully serviced campsites, just partially serviced lots are available, like regular or electricity serviced, with choices of secluded or beach front campsites. All the sites are pleasantly maintained and picnic table and fire pit is included.
Sites can accommodate from a pup tent to a large motor home, and located a short walk from showers, playgrounds .Facilities to throw away the waste and to fill the clean water tanks is also available
Friendly Staff is always on their toe to help with any problems in any case one faces the problem while camping or during the stay.
Newspapers: Available at the marina facility store. Weather report is available at the gatehouse every morning.
Some features of Alberta RV Park
Rates – cover for two people, one vehicle. Extra people and vehicles must be registered and paid for at the office
Check-Out – Time is 11:00 AM unless prior permission or arrangement has been made.
Rents – All check-ins must pay at gatehouse upon arrival. Extra tents have a fee.
Quiet Hours – 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM. During these hours no noise or should limit the noise
Speed Limit 20 MPH – This sign should be observed for everyone’s safety.
Alberta Campsites – Cleanliness is maintained by management supervision and camper feedback. No clothes lines or garbage should be thrown outside, use receptcals.
Restrooms, Showers – Available until 11pm, Laundry services are available in Kinuso.
Water – Please preserve water and don’t waste water. Showers are coin-operated and operate by timer. No washing campers or vehicles in park.
Refuse – All trash and refuse must be bagged and put into park’s dumpster. Camping related trash only.
Parents – Are responsible for children’s safety and behavior at all times while in campground, bathrooms and recreation areas. Children under 14 must not be left without parental supervision at any time.
Fireworks: Guests must receive permission to discharging any form of fireworks on park property.
No Parking on Grass – Please avoid using rugs or mats on grass for longer time periods.
Park – We are not responsible for personal injury or property loss. We reserve the right to refuse anyone. Smoking is allowed outside park facilities.
Alberta RV Park Supplies: Basic supplies like:
Fishing tackle & bait
Convenience store goods
Bags of Ice
water and sewer connections
rental of axes, boats, trailer storage
fuses, bulbs, flashlights.
Toiletries, paper supplies, chemicals
ATM, fishing licenses, boat launching
Group bookings, family reunion sections
Special Events: August; demolition derby
Rain coats, souvenirs, and more
Alberta Campgrounds RV Parks and Marina with seasonal, term, and overnight camping and events grounds rental with fishing, boating etc., for more details visit http://camping.sprucepointpark.ca
We should be going to Orlando in November. I know there is a campsite in Disney World at Fort Wilderness, but I can’t seem to find the prices on their website. Around Olando will be good too. We would just like to know in advance a nice clean family park to go to and park a Class A Motorhome. Thanks.
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