RIO ARRIBA COUNTY RV PARK- Project #14024 · Sky Mountain Resort RV Park, 2743 US 84, Chama NM 87520- skymountainresort.com, (505) 765-1100 Rio Chama RV Park, 182 NM 17, Chama NM

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY RV PARK- Project #14024 RV Research 09.05.2014

Trends in Recreational Vehicles and Owners:

Motorhomes and trailers over 30’ in length are becoming increasingly popular.

Many of these include slide-outs which can add an additional 7’ in width to the recreational

vehicle.

Most RVers are between the ages of 55-64, and around 85% of them are married.

Fuel prices impact the use of RVs.

New RVs are equipped with state of the art telecomm equipment.

Sustainability is an increasingly important issue to RV owners and park operators.

Sites and Amenities:

Government-run RV facilities (national forests, state parks, county parks, etc.) are usually located

near natural attractions, and vary enormously in terms of provided services and amenities.

Private parks appeal to people looking for amenities they don’t think they will find at public sites,

such as full hook-ups.

RV owners want full hook-ups, with sewer service at the hook-up. Dump sites are inconvenient,

crowded, and unreliable.

More and more RV owners require Wi-Fi at the campsite to support email and internet usage.

Pull-through campsites are the most popular with owners of large recreational vehicles.

RV owners are attracted to sites located near certain activities, i.e. NASCAR, recreation, lifestyle,

etc.

Older RV owners are travelling with grandchildren and are looking for campsites with family-

friendly activities such as basketball, volleyball, horseshoes, etc.

RV owners want value for the fees paid to stay at the campground, i.e. free showers, camp

stores, meeting rooms, minimal laundry fees, pools and sports courts.

Well maintained and functioning shower facilities are an important feature to RV owners.

Park Design:

Have a single entrance and exit, with safe ingress and egress.

Entrance control/pay station should be located a good distance from major access roads.

At least two entry lanes should be provided at control/pay station.

A double sewage dump station should be located near control/pay station.

Maintenance facility should be located near control/pay station.

It is recommended to have multiple shower and toilet structures at larger parks.

Recreation facilities should not be located within camp loops.

In multi-phased projects, amenities should be built in the first phase.

There should be at least 15’ between sites.

Single lane roads should be 15’ wide with a clearing limit of 25’ (5’ on each side). Double roads

should be 30’ wide. Height clearance should be 16’.

Roadways should be asphalt.

Park amenities include convenience store, laundry, swimming pool, dog park, and sport courts.

Campsites and amenities should be ADA accessible.

Campsite Design:

Variation of site types, amenities, and prices should be kept to a minimum.

Design all sites to accommodate all varieties of recreational vehicles.

Most camp sites should be pull-through sites.

60’-65’ long sites will accommodate the majority of RVs, but a few 70’-80’ sites should also be

provided.

All entrances to camp sites should be approx. 60 degrees, and never 90.

Pull-in sites should never be included.

Back-in sites are not recommended, but if included be sure to provide space for tow vehicle.

Buddy sites allow multiple RVs to camp together. These are pull-through sites that can be

entered from opposite directions so the patio doors open up to each other.

Group sites are also popular, and should be designed to allow access to utilities and a meeting

space.

A space 30-35 feet wide is required to accommodate slide-outs.

The passenger side door should face east when possible, and entrance to the site should be

north-south.

Awning side of the RV should not face prevailing winds.

Parking pads should be hardened with gravel or paving.

Tent sites should be separate from RV sites. Tent sites do not need to be as long as RV sites.

Provide full hook-ups whenever possible (50-amp electricity, water, sewer, Wi-Fi, and cable TV).

Provide Wi-Fi access whenever possible.

Landscape Design:

Landscaping is an important feature, providing privacy and natural character.

Landscaping should limit or eliminate the use of potable water for landscaping.

Landscaping should use high efficiency irrigation systems, and take advantage of available grey-

and rainwater whenever possible

Landscaping should include native, regionally appropriate and drought tolerant plants.

Landscaping should be incorporated into on-site stormwater management design strategies.

Aerial Analysis of Exemplars: Santa Fe Skies, 14 Browncastle Ranch, Santa Fe 87508 Number of Sites- 110+/- (59 Back-Up, 47 Pull-Thru, 1 Buddy) Overall Park, including solar array, dog park, trails, etc.- 680,500 sf or 15.6 acres RV site area with services (office, showers, toilets)- 476,600 sf or 11 acres Density: 7.5 sites/acre Isleta Lakes RV Park, 4051 NM 327, Albuquerque NM 87105 Number of Sites- 50+/- (all Pull-Thru) Overall Park- 430,500 sf or 10 acres Density: 5 sites/acre

ARVC Plan-It Green Friendly Parks Parks designated as a Plan-It Green Friendly Park must meet at least nine of the following 18 eco-friendly criteria:

Park uses motion sensors for lighting in the bathrooms and clubhouse

Park has switched to energy efficient light bulbs

Park uses non-toxic bio-degradable cleaning products

Park uses water-saving shower heads and/or auto turn-off taps

Park provides recycle bins for cans, paper, glass and plastic

Park uses energy-saving products and appliances

Park eco-friendly and “Leave No Trace” tips and education for guests

Park landscaping consists of sustainable and eco-friendly materials

Park has “Reduce Water Usage” signage around the park

Park has one or more of the following: lighting, heaters, or coolers with timers

Park uses solar or wind power

Park uses low flush toilets or waterless urinals

Park use of grey water (if allowed in local jurisdiction)

Park participates in on-site organic composting

Park sends email confirmations rather than paper to minimize waste

Park uses geothermal heating/cooling

Park plants new trees frequently

RV Parks within 50 mi. Radius: Santa Fe Skies RV Park, 14 Browncastle Ranch, Santa Fe 87508- santafeskiesrvpark.com, (505) 473-5946 Pinon RV Park, 13 Los Pinos Rd, Santa Fe NM 87505, (505)471-9288 Los Suenos De Santa Fe RV Resort and Campground, 3574 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe 87507- lossuenosrv.com, (505) 473-1949 Trailer Ranch RV Resort, 3471 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe NM 87507-trailerranch.com (505) 471-9970 Rancheros de Santa Fe Campground, 736 Old Las Vegas HWY, Santa Fe NM 87505- (505) 466-3482 Santa Fe KOA, 934 Old Las Vegas HWY, Santa Fe NM 87505- (505) 466-1419 Roadrunner RV Park, 55 O’go Wii Rd, Santa Fe NM 87506- roadrunnerrvparknm.com, (505) 455-2626 Cottonwood RV Park, 1318 S. Riverside Dr, Espanola NM 87532 Abiquiu Dam-Corps, Hwy. 96, Abiquiu NM 87510 El Vado Lake State Park, Tierra Amarilla NM 87575- (575) 588-7247 Heron Lake State Park, Los Ojos NM 87511- (575) 588-7470 Taos Valley RV Park, 120 Este Es Rd, Taos NM 87571- taosrv.com Taos Monte Bello RV Park & Convenience Store, 24819 US 64, El Prado NM 87571- taosmontebellorvpark.com, (505) 571-0774 Sky Mountain Resort RV Park, 2743 US 84, Chama NM 87520- skymountainresort.com, (505) 765-1100 Rio Chama RV Park, 182 NM 17, Chama NM 87520- riochamarv.com

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY RV PARKConcepts Package 09.05.2014

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Types of RVs. There are some basic types of RVs. The following chart was modified from “Designing RV Parks & Resorts for the 21st Century” by Mr. John F. Imler.

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Recreational Vehicle Types and Dimensions- all RVs are 8’ wide unless noted

Travel Trailer- 8’ wide, plus 7’ for slide-outs

5th Wheel Travel Trailer- 8’ wide, plus 7’ for slide-outs

Equestrian/Sport Utility Trailer- 8’ wide, plus 7’ for slide-outs

Pop-Up Trailer

Type “A” Motor Home- 101” wide, plus 7’ for slide-outs

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RV Park Precedents: Santa Fe Skies RV Park, 14 Browncastle Ranch, Santa Fe NM 87508santafeskiesrvpark.com

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RV Park Precedents: Santa Fe Skies RV Park, 14 Browncastle Ranch, Santa Fe NM 87508santafeskiesrvpark.com

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Overall Site- 11 acres

Pull-Through Sites- 4.5 acres

Back-In Sites- 1.25 acres

Tent Sites- 1 acres

Amenities- 1.5 acres

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY RV PARKREVISED CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN 09.18.2014

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Overall Site- 11 acres


Back-In Sites- 1 acre

Tent Sites- 1 acre


Phase 1

Overall Site- 4.5 acres


Back-In Sites- 0.6 acres


Phase 2

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RIO ARRIBA COUNTY RV PARK- Project #14024 · Sky Mountain Resort RV Park, 2743 US 84, Chama NM 87520- skymountainresort.com, (505) 765-1100 Rio Chama RV Park, 182 NM 17, Chama NM