| How to Read Good Sam Park Ratings |
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Our readers tell us that cleanliness ranks high in importance to them.
Therefore, when a park receives full points in the cleanliness of restroom
sinks, toilets, showers, walls, floors and mirrors, a star will appear
next to their restroom rating.
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Located near the top of each campground listing is our exclusive Triple-Rating. It looks like this:
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TL RATING 10 / 10  /10
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All three ratings are on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the best. Less than 1 percent of parks or campgrounds receive a rating of 10. Campgrounds with a 10/10/10 rating have more facilities, are better maintained and are more visually appealing than 5/5/5 - rated campgrounds. Campgrounds are inspected annually by dedicated RVers like you. Unannounced, random Quality Assurance inspections are also made throughout the year.
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| Completeness of facilities 10 / 10 / 10 |
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The first campground rating evaluates completeness and quality of facilities.
In this category we rate interior roads, sites, registration area, hookups,
recreation, swimming, security, laundry services, and internet access.
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Cleanliness and physical characteristics of restrooms and showers. 10 / 10 / 10
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The second rating category concerns restrooms, which RVers are very
particular about; therefore, we divide this rating category into two
subcategories: cleanliness and physical characteristics.
Trailer Life rates the cleanliness of toilets, walls, showers, sinks/counters/mirrors and floor.
(Full points in each of the above earns a
rating)
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We also rate physical characteristics of restrooms such as interior construction,
adequate supplies/odor free, adequate number of facilities, exterior appearance
and location to park spaces, and interior appearance.
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| Visual Appeal and Environmental Quality. 10 / 10 / 10 |
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According to our research, nature is the barometer by which most people judge a
campground's visual appeal. Parks score points in ten subcategories that measure
how harmoniously they blend with their natural surroundings: Signage; first impression of the
park entrance; landscaping of park sites; park grounds and sites free of litter and debris;
exterior building maintenance; trash disposal; noise in the area; park-like setting and site layouts.
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| Who Inspects the Facilities? |
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Our field inspectors are veteran RVers who spend many months on the road each year. They visit the
privately owned campgrounds, tourist attractions, RV service centers and selected state parks
listed in the Directory. These consultants are professionals who receive comprehensive training
before they go out on the road and additional training throughout the year.
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Each team covers a specific territory. Upon arriving at a facility, they take a careful walking tour and complete a detailed rating inspection report.
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| Contact us today! |
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For more information call 800-685-6246 or email
directory@tl.com
and ask to speak to your Trailer Life consultant.
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