Jellystone Parks are highly rated in the camping industry and enjoy a quality image. According to results from a recent Woodall’s Publishing National Survey, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts have on average stronger overall facility ratings, more recreational facilities, activities and programs, and a wider array of resale items than their industry counterparts.
Average Number of Sites | Yogi | |
100 or less | 9% | |
101 – 200 | 51% | |
201 – 499 | 31% | |
500 + | 9% | |
Camping Fees | W / E | W / E / S |
$25 – $29.99 | 15% | 6% |
$30 – $34.99 | 25% | 23% |
$35 – $39.99 | 31% | 25% |
$40 + | 29% | 46% |
Cabin Fees | ||
Basic | $46 – $95 | |
Full Service | $85 – 290 | |
Woodall’s Publishing (1 poor, 5 excellent) | ||
Facility Rating | Industry | Yogi |
1 | 1% | 0% |
2 | 17% | 0% |
3 | 48% | 20% |
4 | 28% | 64% |
5 | 6% | 16% |
Recreation Rating | Industry | Yogi |
1 | 11% | 0% |
2 | 24% | 0% |
3 | 34% | 7% |
4 | 23% | 34% |
5 | 8% | 59% |
Recreation | Industry | Yogi |
Pavilion | 26% | 100% |
Arcade | 33% | 100% |
Swimming Pool | 46% | 100% |
Playground | 44% | 100% |
Planned Group Activities | 35% | 100% |
Mini-Golf | 13% | 85% |
Recreation Room / Area | 45% | 60% |
Boat Rentals (pedal, canoe) | 30% | 53% |
Resale Items | Industry | Yogi |
Groceries | 14% | 100% |
RV Supplies | 44% | 100% |
Ice | 74% | 100% |
Firewood | 56% | 95% |
LP Gas | 58% | 78% |
• This data was compiled from Woodalls’s Publishing 2004 National Survey
Susan Novotny – South Haven, MI
Within 5 years, we have more than tripled our revenue. We have no regrets becoming a franchisee of Jellystone Park!
Bob & Beth Ryan – Mannford, OK
Our family has been a franchisee for over 30 years. The support that both the franchisor and fellow franchisees offer goes above and beyond expectations.
Sean Vidrine – owner of four Jellystone Park locations
We have seen 15% growth year over year. Our retail sales are up 50% and our occupancy is up as well. Seeing our guests’ faces light up when the characters are out is priceless.
Jessica & Mickey Spak – Chautauqua County, NY
I love the support from the franchise. I would tell any prospect looking at converting or building a Jellystone Park, that it’s the single best business decision you can make.
Daren & Lorraine Carlson – Hocking Hills, OH
The Jellystone Park brand has made a huge difference in our business. If we had 50 more sites and more cabins, they’d be filled every weekend.
Ray Aljets – Sioux Falls, SD
Three generations of my family have operated our Jellystone Park location and I can say with the utmost confidence that the Jellystone Park system has had a dramatic impact on our bottom line. Opportunities to increase guest satisfaction and revenue are everywhere and the creativity of those in the Jellystone Park system keep me on the leading edge of both the family … Read more
Theresa Isaacson – Caledonia, WI
We’re going to be entering our 13th season, and I sure would hate to own a property without being Yogi branded. I don’t think we’ve ever had a down year. We just continue to grow. The reason we really like Jellystone Parks is because of the support behind us. With other parks in the system, we have 75+ sources of question-and-answer type people to go to. The suppo… Read more