Keep some space between most campsites and the distance is no problem. The parks next to the highway are generally packed in like sardines and I would drive an hour out of the way to have some space, even for overnight. You can have a group space for those that like to pack in close or travel with a group and want to stay close to each other. 30 amp is fine but do us a favor and oversize the wire a bit to keep the voltage up. An electrician may say it meets code at less than 50% usage but I would count on higher numbers than that.
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LilDarlin72 is correct in saying you will be aiming more at local campers. In my experience there are two kinds of campers--folks who pass through on the way to some big destination, and those for whom the journey is more important.
You describe a place where families will want to come to get away, not to get somewhere. As long as you match your mission in a RV park to the type of park you have, you can't go too far wrong. Best of luck, let us know when you open!
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As long as there is a paved road people will come. (you might have to do some advertising). It sounds like a good place for camping and fishing. Campgrounds with electrical hook ups are the best because without them, people will run their smelly, gas guzzling generators so they can watch TV. Water hook ups are a must. A communal dump station is fine for most sites. Only long term sites actually need a sewer hookup. Campers like being surrounded by nature. They want space to themselves. They don't want to sleep in a parking lot next to a freeway. If they do they can stay at Walmart. Don't worry about travelers. This sounds more like a destination.
Good luck.
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You mentioned horse stables. If so you better have some trails.
Sounds good to me, however I would hesitate to go to a campground without sewer. First, I would prefer full hookup. If not, I could not shower or use the washer/dryer. It would shorten my stay. Even a central dump means bringing in the slides, unhooking, etc. Ok, I'm lazy. But you asked. As for 5 miles off the main road...no problem. You would not be an overnight spot for along the way, but if packaged correctly, it would make a nice destination, or mid-travel stopover. Again, consider full hookup. Good Luck.
I'm not sure I'd drive a total of twenty miles from the interstate for most states, if traveling thru. That said, Tennessee, far more than most states, has good roads, well maintained. I might, depending on the "draw" in the area. I definitely wouldn't hesitate, if that was my destination. I do look for sewers and wifi. We look for places with "area attractions," nifty campgrounds, or places to run our Jet Ski. We NEVER go anywhere to just sit and "zone." There better be astounding nature views, really cool amenities, or other attractions, or we likely won't go there to begin with. BUT, the distance you state, is not an issue.
Have you ever visited Willow Grove COE Campground? We go there at least once a year and many times up to 3 times a year. I rest my case. It seldom gets much worse than that drive "from the Interstate!"
No problem 5 miles off the main drag. If you want me to stay more than overnight, provide full hookups. Good Luck!!!!
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I prefer to stay off the interstates! Your setup sounds great to us. Sewer - I don't worry about it unless I plan to stay a week or so. In that case a dump station trip is a real nuisance but for 3-4 nights - no problem.
Yes sewer system would be best but I can understand the added expense to run lines plus added septic system.
Good Luck and be sure to put it in the Directories.
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