RVs and Trailers Dominate U.S. Camping Market in 2025
Event summary
- The Dyrt's 2026 Camping Report reveals that 52.2% of U.S. campers used RVs or trailers in 2025.
- One in five private properties added more RV sites in 2025, with tent and glampsites following at 27.4% and 21% respectively.
- RV and trailer camping popularity increases with age, peaking at 64% for campers aged 65+.
- BIPOC campers saw a 60% increase in camper van usage from 2024 to 2025.
The big picture
The Dyrt's report underscores a significant shift in camping preferences, with RVs and trailers becoming the dominant choice. This trend is driven by an aging population and infrastructure adaptations by private properties. The data suggests a sustained demand for RV-friendly campgrounds, particularly as younger demographics show growing interest in camper vans.
What we're watching
- Demographic Shifts
- How the aging camper population will affect RV and trailer demand...
- Infrastructure Expansion
- Whether private properties can sustain the pace of adding more RV sites...
- Market Segmentation
- The impact of BIPOC camper preferences on camper van market growth...