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Sheridan RV park closure displaces residents amid housing shortage © The Denver Post
Closures US United States 12.01.2026

Sheridan RV park closure displaces residents amid housing shortage

The Flying Saucer RV Park in Sheridan, Colorado, will close by the end of June to be replaced by a 362-unit apartment complex. The closure eliminates 162 low-cost spots, forcing out long-term residents as the area faces an affordable housing shortage. The developer plans to hire a consultant to assist residents with relocation.

Closures DE Germany 03.01.2026

"Many cried": Disbelief after permanent camping debacle

The Karlstein municipal council terminated all 360 permanent plots at the Weißsee lake in Großwelzheim, Bavaria, in August 2025, giving occupants until March 2026 to vacate. The decision, citing a need for 2.4 million euros to address critical safety issues in the aging infrastructure, has sparked protests and the formation of a citizens' initiative. While a similar scenario is not currently anticipated at the Mainflinger Badesee in Hessen, the situation is being closely monitored following a comparable termination in Wörth am Main.

A Deep Disappointment: The Mobil'douche Camper Forced to Stop Its Rounds in Avignon © laprovence.com
Closures FR France 27.12.2025

A Deep Disappointment: The Mobil'douche Camper Forced to Stop Its Rounds in Avignon

The Mobil'douche association is ending its nearly decade-long service of providing mobile showers and hygiene support to homeless people in Avignon. The camper van, named Laïka, conducted three weekly rounds but will cease operations due to unspecified constraints. The service had assisted hundreds of individuals, primarily men, offering showers, hygiene products, and clothing.

Closures US United States 12.12.2025

Lake Tulloch RV Campground and Marina Closes Permanently

The Lake Tulloch RV Campground & Marina in Jamestown, California, has closed immediately and permanently. Management cited circumstances beyond their control that made safe and financially sustainable operations impossible. The site was a primary public access point to the lake, as most of the north shore is privately owned.

Sandpoint City Council to decide on RV park land deal with hotel developer © Bonner County Daily Bee
Closures US United States 03.11.2025

Sandpoint City Council to decide on RV park land deal with hotel developer

The Sandpoint City Council will decide whether to lease or sell the City Beach RV Park land to Averill Hospitality, which says its planned Sandpoint Lakeside Resort cannot proceed otherwise. The RV park generates over $94,000 annually for the city's parks fund, and a $1 million renovation is planned. A 1922 covenant may restrict the land to park use, complicating a sale.

Closures CA Canada 08.12.2025

Jasper National Park Announces 2026 Camping Reservations and Closures

Parks Canada will open its reservation system for the 2026 frontcountry camping season in Jasper National Park on January 27, 2026. The Wabasso and Whirlpool Group Campgrounds will remain closed for that season. Reservations are required for most sites, with specific rules on vehicle length, quiet hours, and bear safety protocols in effect.

Closures CA Canada 29.11.2025

B.C. shuts off utilities at Abbotsford RV camp without notice

Residents at an RV rest stop in Abbotsford, British Columbia, report the province shut off water, power, and waste disposal services without warning. The B.C. Ministry of Transportation cited ongoing public safety complaints and vandalism as reasons, while the city expressed disappointment over the lack of notice. The site, scheduled for permanent closure as part of a highway expansion, was removed from the provincial rest stop inventory in September.

Source: CBC ENG
Closures DE Germany 30.10.2025

Court orders campervan owners to vacate plots at Neuendorfer See

The Cottbus Regional Court has ruled that campervan owners must vacate plots in a weekend home settlement at Neuendorfer See. The court upheld the eviction lawsuits filed by the municipality of Märkische Heide. The municipality is granting a deadline until March 31, 2026, for the removal of structures.

Motorhome parking in Kristiansund closed again © Tidens Krav
Closures NO Norway 23.10.2025

Motorhome parking in Kristiansund closed again

The motorhome parking facility in Kristiansund, Norway, has closed again after a brief reopening in October. The site manager stated it will remain closed for several months due to low activity and planned asphalt upgrades. An alternative parking area at the Kulturfabrikken site has been suggested.

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