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NextImg:Is Campground Membership Outlet Legit?

Have you heard of Campground Membership Outlet? Anytime we hear the word “outlet,” we immediately think of savings. And Campground Membership Outlet is no different. This company specializes in reselling used camping memberships to help RVers save thousands. Are you interested in learning more? Let’s dive in!

Campground Membership Outlet was established in 1991. The company offers free and clear used memberships at discounted rates. The staff also handles all the closing and paperwork with closing agents and notaries. Whether you want to save money on a Thousand Trails membership or a Colorado River Aventures membership, Campground Membership Outlet can help you select the best option for your travel needs.

While Campground Membership Outlet doesn’t buy your membership, the team can help you find a buyer. So, if your traveling days are over or you’re just not getting out of the membership what you thought you would and are ready to transfer ownership, you can contact Campground Membership Outlet.

Campground Membership Outlet resells campground memberships for Thousand Trails, Coast to Coast, Resort Parks International (RPI), Colorado River Adventures, Outdoor World, Adventure Outdoor Resorts, KM Resorts of America, and Travel Resorts of America. If you’re interested in joining any of these clubs or networks but don’t want to pay the “new” price, check out what Campground Membership Outlet has available.

Also, the inventory changes as memberships are added and sold. So what’s available in June may be different in September. If you’re looking for something specific, the team can let you know if and when something becomes available.

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The cost savings are the most significant benefit of buying a used membership at Campground Membership Outlet. For example, an Elite Thousand Trails membership is sold new at around $8,000. You might find a used Elite membership for half that price. You might not have the same perks, and there are some disadvantages that we’ll discuss in a minute. But, if you’re on a budget, a used membership is a way to save thousands.

The team at Campground Membership Outlet is also easy to deal with. They take care of all the paperwork and closing and send you the membership in the mail. Everything can be done over the phone or via email as well. It’s very convenient.

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The biggest perk to purchasing a used membership is the cost savings. However, that savings reduction usually means a reduction in benefits. For example, buying a new Thousand Trails membership will give you free weeks or the chance to stay extended weeks for a small fee. A used membership likely won’t come with this benefit. You may get a free RPI membership with a new Thousand Trails membership. But a used membership won’t have that option.

So, you have to weigh the lost perks against the cost savings. Is it worth it? Only you will be able to answer that. Some travelers say yes, they don’t care about having a free cabin stay and saving $2,500 is better in the long run. Others will say no, they’d rather have all of the perks of a new membership.

Another disadvantage of buying a used membership through Campground Membership Outlet is that most used memberships can’t be resold for what you purchased them for. If you bought a used Elite Thousand Trails membership, you likely won’t be able to resell it as an Elite membership. Some older memberships may offer this benefit, so ask questions and know what it will be worth if you decide to sell it down the road.

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We purchased our membership from Kim at Campground Membership Outlet. She was AMAZING to work with. I asked a lot of questions before handing over large chunks of money, and Kim was able to answer them all. She is our go-to person if we have any membership questions since we still have our used Thousand Trails membership and continue to use it to this day – seven years later!

Some friends of ours also bought a used Thousand Trails membership from Kim. They purchased an older Platinum membership that didn’t give them access to a handful of parks, but they only paid $3,000. They still get to travel park to park with no time out of the system and have the same 21-day stay limit as other members. Plus, they can resell their membership as a Platinum when they’re finished traveling.

No, Campground Membership Outlet won’t buy your membership. The company is a broker, which means the team will help find you a buyer. So, if your traveling days are over or you’re tired of paying dues, contact Campground Membership Outlet to discuss your options.

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Some RVers can purchase a new camping membership because they have the budget and can afford it. They enjoy all the perks that come with those new memberships. But other RVers can’t afford to spend $10,000 on a camping membership. Even though the nightly savings are significant, that upfront cost is too much to bear.

We suggest giving Kim a call at Campground Membership Outlet. She can give you the run-down of all the types of memberships available, their cost, benefits, dues, and so much more. Then, you can decide which option is best for you!

Is a used membership from Campground Membership Outlet right for your travels?