The Trailstead Journal · Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living — from the Trailstead Journal.

Guest experiences, RV travel, and premium hospitality across the Trailstead portfolio.

LatestOutdoor LivingApril 22, 2026

RV Industry April 2026 Update: Shipments, Bookings & Outdoor Travel Demand

Q1 2026 RVIA shipment trends, KOA occupancy data, the rise of luxury outdoor hospitality, and what it means for park operators heading into peak season.

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Outdoor LivingApril 14, 2026

STR Spring Break 2026 Recap & Summer Outlook

Spring Break occupancy and ADR results, the shortening booking window, and what operators should do right now for summer pricing.

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Outdoor LivingApril 8, 2026

Outdoor Hospitality & Glamping in 2026: The Convergence of RV, Cabin & Boutique Hotel

How glamping, premium cabins, and amenity-rich RV resorts are converging into a single outdoor hospitality category—ADRs, guest profiles, and the next wave of investment.

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Outdoor LivingApril 4, 2026

The Multi-Generational Travel Boom of 2026: Why Large Vacation Rentals Are Winning

Multi-gen and group travel is the fastest-growing leisure segment—and large-format vacation rentals are the lodging product capturing the demand.

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Outdoor LivingFebruary 18, 2026

RV Park Snowbird Season 2026: What Operators Learned From a Strong Winter

Sun Belt RV demand stayed strong, length-of-stay continued lengthening, and the geographic footprint of snowbird parks keeps broadening beyond Arizona and Florida.

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Outdoor LivingJanuary 5, 2026

RV Industry Trends: What 2025 Data Tells Us About 2026

Analyzing shipment data, campground occupancy rates, and demographic shifts shaping the outdoor hospitality sector.

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Outdoor LivingJanuary 2, 2026

STR Regulations in 2025: Navigating the Changing Landscape

City-by-city analysis of new regulations and how professional operators are adapting.

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Outdoor LivingDecember 10, 2025

STR Revenue Management: Pricing Strategies That Work in 2025

Dynamic pricing, minimum stays, and seasonal strategies from top-performing properties.

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