57% of US Campers Abandoned Bookings as Parks Lose Online Sales
Austin – November 04, 2026 -- More than half of U.S. campers (57%) abandoned a booking in the past year because they could not reach anyone or complete the reservation online, according to a new report from Storable Newbook. The lost reservations come as 98% of campers plan to camp in the next 12 months and 77% plan two or more trips.
The report, "The State of RV, Campground & Outdoor Hospitality," draws on a September 2026 survey of 968 U.S. adults who stayed at a campground, RV park or glamping site in the past 12 months.
Easier booking wins the stay for 69% of campers
69% of campers have picked one park over another because it was easier to book, pay or communicate online, and 37% have done so more than once. Demand is rising: 27% plan four or more trips next year, up from 23% who took that many last year.