Multiple Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Locations are Expanding – RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News
Record business levels at Jellystone Park Camp-Resort locations across the U.S. and Canada are prompting many Yogi Bear-themed park operators to add more cabins and campsites.
“Several of our locations across the U.S. and Canada are adding new cabin and glamping accommodations this year,” said Trent Hershenson, vice president of marketing for Camp Jellystone, the Southfield, Michigan-based company that franchises Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts across North America.
“Many of the new rental units will be available Memorial Day, but some will open later in the summer,” Hershenson said, adding that some of the new accommodations can accommodate 10 to 14 guests.
Here’s a sampling of the expansion efforts underway at Jellystone Park locations this year:
Massachusetts
Carver – This location has installed eight glamping pods this year. Each pod can accommodate up to four guests and features a full-sized bed, a twin bed, a futon, and a mini refrigerator. Guests can step outside and enjoy a picnic table and fire ring and comfort stations are just a short walk away.
Ohio
Mt. Gilead – Eight lakefront cabins which are expected to be available in time for Memorial Day weekend are being added at this location. Last year, this park opened 30 new log cabins which sleep six to eight guests. This location also converted five of its campsites to “Bark and Roll” sites which have private fenced-in areas for pets at each site.
Nova: This location is adding new cabins this year as well as 10 new glamping units with beds, bathrooms, kitchenettes, and air-conditioning and heating.
Texas
Burleson – Three new grain bin cabins are being added this year. Each of these cabins is built from a converted grain bin which gives them a distinctive, rustic charm. With sleeping space for up to six people, these cabins are perfect for families. Each cabin is a two-story structure with a spiral staircase leading up to the second story, which features a half bath and two cozy bunk beds. The downstairs area of the cabin features a full kitchen with plenty of room for preparing meals.
Kerrville: This location has installed two Ranger Retreats, each of which can accommodate up to 15 people.
Virginia
Natural Bridge Station, Virginia – This location has added six safari tents and a Ranger Retreat that can accommodate 10 or more people.
Canada
Kingston, Nova Scotia – This location has added two new trailer rentals.
About Camp Jellystone
With more than 75 locations across the United States and Canada, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts feature fun attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations. For more information about Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, please visit www.jellystonepark.com. For information on franchising opportunities, please visit www.jellystonefranchise.com.
