Camanche Recreation-North

What Camanche Recreation-North does

Camanche Recreation Company (DBA Lake Camanche) is a privately held recreation operator based in Ione, California, operating Lake Camanche under a concessionaire agreement with the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD). The company manages 7,700 surface acres of water and 54 miles of shoreline across two facilities — North Shore and South Shore — and is staffed by approximately 6 employees. Its core offering is a diversified outdoor recreation platform that bundles overnight accommodations (tent camping, RV sites, tent cabins, cottages, park model cottages, deluxe cabins, and long-term stays), water-based activities (boat rentals, party boat rentals, marina storage, fishing, kayaking, swimming), land-based activities (hiking and equestrian trails), and venue services (outdoor weddings, festivals, corporate events). The property operates as a dry campground from May 1 through September 30 to maintain a family-friendly environment.

The business runs on a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model with no proprietary technology stack. Camping and lodging reservations are routed through Campspot, while boat rentals are processed via FareHarbor; both platforms are embedded on the Lake Camanche website. Marketing is executed through Facebook, Instagram, email newsletters, and third-party reviews on Google and Yelp. The company monetizes through per-night accommodation fees, rental fees, marina storage fees, event venue fees, on-site retail at the camp store, day-use fees, and annual pass subscriptions, making annual passes the only recurring-revenue stream.

Revenue model centers on volume-based, transactional pricing across a long tail of consumer customers (families, equestrian campers, event organizers, outdoor recreation enthusiasts) with no enterprise or contracted accounts. The EBMUD concessionaire arrangement is the structural foundation of the business, granting operating rights over publicly controlled reservoir assets that competitors cannot replicate. Customer evidence consists of named individual repeat visitors (Katie D., Sarah S., Dee V.) citing shore-side camping and boat rental experiences. Brand positioning rests on a multi-award "Best Lake" recognition and regional sponsorships (Calaveras Humane Society, The Arc, American Cancer Society).

Name

Camanche Recreation-North

Legal name

Camanche Recreation Company

Website

https://camancherecreation.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Camanche Recreation-North operates Lake Camanche as an EBMUD concessionaire, managing 7,700 surface acres of water and 54 miles of shoreline across North and South Shore facilities in Ione, California. It serves families, outdoor enthusiasts, and event planners with camping, boat rentals, marina storage, and venue services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Campground and Outdoor Recreation Services

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211), Marinas (713930), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAMAJAJ

Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus)

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Campgrounds, Glamping & RV Parks

SECONDARYTHAMAJAH

Marina RV & Waterfront Campgrounds

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Campgrounds, Glamping & RV Parks

SECONDARYTHAMAJAF

Seasonal & Long-Term Campsites (Snowbirds, Extended RV Stays)

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Campgrounds, Glamping & RV Parks

Keywords

• Campground services
• Boat rentals
• Outdoor recreation
• Event venue rental
• Marina storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Ione

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Camping and Accommodation Fees: Revenue from overnight stays including tent camping, RV sites, equestrian camping, tent cabins, cottages, park model cottages, deluxe cabins, and long-term stay options.
2. Boat Rentals: Revenue from rental boats including party boat rentals, with online booking through FareHarbor platform.
3. Marina Storage: Revenue from marina storage services for boats and personal watercraft.
4. Events and Venue Rental: Revenue from outdoor weddings, festivals, and corporate events at the park's venue spaces.
5. Retail Sales: Revenue from the on-site camp store offering supplies and gear.
6. Day Use and Annual Passes: Revenue from day-use fees and annual pass subscriptions for repeat visitors.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lake Camanche is a multi-award winning family campground and recreation destination operated by Camanche Recreation Company on 7,700 surface acres of lake with 54 miles of shoreline in Ione, California. The company sells overnight accommodations (tent, RV, equestrian camping, tent cabins, cottages, park model cottages, deluxe cabins, long-term stays), water-based recreation (boat rentals, party boat rentals, marina storage, fishing, kayaking, swimming), land-based activities (hiking and equestrian trails), on-site retail at the camp store, and outdoor venue spaces for weddings, festivals, and corporate events.

Product overview

Lake Camanche is a multi-award winning campground offering a unified recreation platform centered around 7,700 surface acres of water with 54 miles of shoreline. The product portfolio consists of overnight accommodation offerings (RV sites, tent camping, tent cabins, cottages, park model cottages, deluxe cabins, and long-term stays), water-based recreational activities (fishing, boat rentals, party boat rentals, marina storage, kayaking, and swimming), land-based activities (hiking trails, equestrian trails and camping), and event venue services for weddings, festivals, and corporate gatherings. All camping and lodging reservations are managed through the CampSpot third-party booking platform, while boat rentals are handled via FareHarbor. The property operates as a dry campground from May 1 through September 30, with year-round recreation availability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tent Camping Traditional tent camping sites positioned along the lake shoreline for immersive outdoor experiences, targeting families and outdoor enthusiasts.
• RV Camping RV campsite accommodations at the lake with full hookups and scenic shoreline views.
• Equestrian Camping Specialized camping facilities with equestrian trails and horse-friendly amenities for riders and their horses.
• Tent Cabins Hybrid accommodation combining tent-like structures with basic cabin features for camping comfort.
• Cottages Rental cottages providing more permanent lodging amenities with kitchen facilities and comfortable furnishings.
• Park Model Cottages Pre-fabricated cottage units designed for longer-term stays with modern amenities and compact living spaces.
• Deluxe Cabins Premium vacation rental homes offering upgraded furnishings and amenities for a comfortable stay.
• Long-Term Stays Extended stay accommodations for guests seeking prolonged camping or rental experiences at the lake.
• Fishing Recreational fishing opportunities across 7,700 surface acres of water with 54 miles of shoreline.
• Boat Rentals Rental boats including double decker boats available for exploring the lake; bookings handled through FareHarbor.
• Party Boat Rentals Large group boat rentals suitable for celebrations, events, and gatherings on the water.
• Marina Storage Marina facilities providing boat storage for registered watercraft at the lake.
• Meetings & Events Venue Venue spaces for outdoor weddings, festivals, corporate events, and group gatherings at the lake.
• Camp Store On-site retail store providing supplies, gear, and provisions for campers and visitors.

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCamanche Recreation Company operates as an authorized concessionaire of the East Bay Municipal Utility District. The company manages Lake Camanche recreation facilities under this authorization, with updates on boating and personal watercraft regulations provided through the EBMUD website.
• CampspotcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party camping reservation platform used for online booking of North Shore and South Shore camping sites.
• FareHarborcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party booking platform for boat rentals, embedded on the Lake Camanche website for reservation management.
• Calaveras Humane SocietyminorOthersLake Camanche is a proud sponsor of the Calaveras Humane Society animal welfare organization.
• The Arc (Amador & Calaveras)minorOthersLake Camanche is a proud sponsor of The Arc (Amador & Calaveras), an organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
• American Cancer SocietyminorOthersLake Camanche is a proud sponsor of the American Cancer Society cancer research and support organization.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Hipcamp: Hipcamp is a marketplace that aggregates private campgrounds, RV sites, and outdoor stays, including waterfront properties. Represents a digital distribution alternative to Lake Camanche's Campspot integration and could capture share of the same outdoor-recreation demand segment.
• Tentrr: Tentrr operates a curated network of private campsites and glamping sites, positioned as a discovery and booking platform for premium outdoor stays. Competes for the same drive-to family and group camping occasion with a different operating model.

Regional players

• New Hogan Lake / New Melones Lake (reservoir recreation areas): New Hogan and New Melones are managed reservoir recreation destinations in California's Sierra Foothills/Central Valley region offering camping, boating, and marina services. Comparable in geography, climate, and concessionaire-style operations to Lake Camanche.
• Lake Berryessa Recreation Area: Lake Berryessa is a Northern California reservoir managed by Reclamation/Bureau of Reclamation concessionaires offering lakeside camping, boating, and marinas. Operates in the same regional competitive set as Lake Camanche for Bay Area and Sacramento drive-in family recreation.
• Folsom Lake State Recreation Area: Folsom Lake SRA is a publicly managed Northern California reservoir offering camping, boating, fishing, and swimming, also within driving distance of Sacramento and the Bay Area. Competes with Lake Camanche for the same regional weekend family and recreation visitors.

Others

• Vista Recreation: Vista Recreation appears to be the management and back-office operator referenced in the Lake Camanche website footer (privacy policy and terms link to vista-rec.com). Functions as an enabling management services counterpart rather than a direct competitor for guests.

Broad incumbents

• Sun Outdoors: Sun Outdoors runs a national portfolio of RV resorts, marinas, and manufactured-home communities. Overlaps with Lake Camanche on RV sites, cabin rentals, and marina operations, but as a multi-property incumbent rather than a single-asset regional operator.

Direct peers

• Kampgrounds of America (KOA): KOA is the largest franchised campground network in North America, offering RV sites, tent camping, and cabin/lodging rentals at lakeside and outdoor destinations. Comparable to Lake Camanche across its overnight-lodging and family-camping mix, though KOA operates across hundreds of franchised locations rather than a single anchored waterfront asset.
• Thousand Trails (Equity LifeStyle Properties): Thousand Trails operates a membership-based network of RV resorts and campgrounds across the U.S., with annual-pass and recurring-membership revenue similar to Lake Camanche's annual pass program. Both monetize multi-amenity outdoor lodging estates; Thousand Trails is larger and more distributed.
• Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resorts: Jellystone Park is a franchised network of family-focused camp resorts with RV sites, cabins, water recreation, and event programming. Targets the same family camping segment and bundles recreation activities with overnight stays, much like Lake Camanche's family-camping positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LakeCamanche
• Instagraminstagram.com/lakecamanche
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/camanche-recreation-north

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Investors

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