To me Famcamps are like resorts because they usually have lots of free activities, like using the swimming pool or gym on base, watching baseball games on base, etc. Then there is cheaper gas at the base gas station and shopping at the BX/PX and commissary. On base movies are also cheaper. There is a lot to do on base that was not available when I was on active duty back in the stone age. Further, a lot of Famcamps are attached to base recreation or an MWR office that has discounted tickets for a lot of off-base activities. I prefer Famcamps over a lot of private RV parks. There is also a military camaraderie at Famcamps, besides the ordinary camaraderie that RV’ers have.