Listing Details:

• Business Category:             Real Property Rltd
• Price:                                     $3,750,000
• Gross Revenue:                   $412,948
• SDE:                                      $283,590
  
• Seller Financing:                  $2,475,000 (Contract for Deed)
• Reason For Sale:                  Retirement
• Location:                               Lakes Region of West Central MN
• Employees:                           0
• FF&E:                                    $30,000
• Support & Training:             80 hours or 2 weeks
• NonCompete:                       250 Miles for 10 Years
  
• Years Owned:                       11

Business Description

This established campground sits on 55 +/- acres in a peaceful rural setting near popular lakes, combining dependable permanent and seasonal sites with flexible weekend stays. A separate residential building site with a house, shed, and barn is available for purchase separately. The result is a versatile, income-producing hospitality asset with reliable occupancy and steady tourist traffic.

Business History

This property has grown steadily to meet rising demand for both long-term residency and weekend camping. Ownership has invested in upgraded infrastructure, smarter site layouts, and guest-friendly amenities, adding permanent sites to build a dependable revenue base while preserving weekend availability for vacationers.

Competitive Analysis

This campground's quiet, non-lakefront setting puts guests’ minutes from the area's popular lakes without the cost of waterfront ownership. Its mix of permanent/seasonal and weekend sites creates a diversified revenue stream that strictly short-term parks cannot match, and its spacious, community-oriented atmosphere appeals to guests seeking relaxation overcrowded resort-style competitors.

Growth Potential

Growth opportunities include a curated events calendar (themed weekends, live music, seasonal celebrations) to drive weekend traffic and premium pricing, upgrading select sites to premium or glamping pads, and adding amenities like a camp store or rentable recreation gear. The quiet setting and lake proximity position the property well to capture rising demand for outdoor recreation and experience-based travel.

Owner Weekly Hours

40 hours