It really boils down to what RVing phase you are currently in as to your preferred choices. Most get into RVing when their kids are very young and most excursions are specific to the activities involved in that area. It figures that in many cases state, federal, and other public campgrounds are primary targets during this phase.
As the kids mature parents start seeking activities that lead them to staying at private parks since many of these venues geared toward teens are located within major cities. They spend little time around the campsite as their major focus is to attend the nearby attractions for the entire day utilizing their rig primarily as a space to sleep and shower.
As the kids grow into early adulthood and begin their lives parents realize that RVing is taking on a new meaning. Most change RVs in order to find one more suitable for their mature tastes and intended future RVing endeavors. This progression often leads to a different camping style where amenities and simplification of the RVing process takes precedent.
Upon retirement some will initially travel extensively, moving weekly or more often attempting to see the entire country. After some time many will seek preferred locations where they can stay for extended periods of time. Whether it's just snowbirding or to be near family, these scenarios routinely involve private parks or resorts.
The RVing phase we are currently in is our last kid has graduated from high school and joining her siblings in college. We are looking to change out rigs here in the near future finding one more suitable for couple's living. Although in the past, private parks have typically been a last resort option, I can see where we might be frequenting them more often.
We have always enjoyed using our rig and all it's amenities to the fullest and have done so whether camping with full hookups or an hour away from the nearest paved road. Being fully self-contained we can glamp anywhere and everywhere we choose and go, for us that is the beauty of RVing. No matter what phase we are in, we will always be adverse to parking lot style parks.
