The Cottonwood Cove Marina & RV Resort

 The Cottonwood Cove is the best RV park in the Midwest , boasting a wide array of amenities to keep you entertained and cozy during your stay with us. As such, we understand the importance of having a nice RV space, inside and out, to really bring the entire experience together. In this week's blog, we're giving you 6 tips to upgrade your RV without dropping a ton of cash.  Upgrade the Flooring If the flooring in your RV is worn, it will be hard for much of your space to really stand out. While this is one of the more complex DIY on this list, it could give you the opportunity to learn a new trade and feel very accomplished once it's done. Upgrade that old carpet with hardwood-style laminate or even tile to spruce up its appearance. Freshen Up the Windows You'll want to see the beautiful Missouri River sunrises/sunsets when you stay at The Cottonwood Cove. So, replace those foggy plastic or glass windows throughout - or replace them entirely. Be sure you add some drape...

One of the perks of RV living is that if you don't like the weather, you can drive someplace more pleasant. Hot, sticky, summer heat isn't always fun, but there are so many exciting things you can do this time of year at The Cottonwood Cove , the hot weather shouldn't force you to move along.  You'll find plenty of fun things to do outside of the RV at our Midwest RV campground & marina on the Missouri River . For the times you plan to be inside the RV, here are a few tips you can use to help keep the cooled off and more comfortable.  Keep It Shaded Keep shades pulled down on the sunny side of the RV to offset sun exposure. Awnings keep the vehicle shaded and cooler too. The Cottonwood Cove features large lots with directional parking allowing you to place yourself facing the direction that lets in the least sun. You can also face awnings together with your neighbor to create a larger shaded area.  Many RV door windows don't have shades, but covering ...

Living the adventurous RV life, you're never far from home because, well, home is where you park it! There are quite a few wonderful people right here at our Midwest RV campground & marina that will be quick to back that statement up. The RV life allows you to travel, meet new people, discover new destinations, and best of all, never be far from the comforts of your own home. During your travels, you will discover favorite spots to stop (like The Cottonwood Cove ) that will begin feeling like a special vacation home. Places where you know you'll always see a familiar face and look forward to parking for a while and simply enjoying the destination. Here are a few more of our favorite things about this incredible RV life we are speaking of.  Friends Across the Country One of the best benefits of driving your home to different areas is the wonderful people you'll meet along the way who are doing the exact same thing. You already have something in common when you ...

Your favorite vacation destination in the Midwest had all kinds of fun things planned for you this 4th of July! This holiday is always an exciting one at The Cottonwood Cove and we're aiming to make this year bigger and better than ever.  Parade & Fireworks Our Annual 4th of July Golf Cart Parade will be rolling out at 2:00 pm this year on Saturday, July 6 . We challenge everyone to decorate the most exciting golf cart and join the parade. Show up early to get signed in and lined up. For everyone not riding in the parade, we're including you too! We need all of you to vote on this year's best-dressed golf cart. It's always a great show and tons of fun for all ages!  On Saturday night at 10:15 pm we'll all sit back to enjoy a great big, fantastic Fireworks Extravaganza over the river! The band will take a short break while we enjoy the brilliant display but they'll be ready to start back up once the fireworks are over to keep the party going al...

Opening Day 2019 for the Lodge at The Cottonwood Cove has finally arrived! It feels like forever since we've gotten to hang out with all of you wonderful people for warm weather fun,  incredible live music,  great food, and Watermelons, but we're ready for many, many days full of all of that! Here's a quick peek at what we've got in store for you this season at our RV campground & marina on the Missouri River .  Food, Drinks, & Fun! Beginning Friday, April 19, 2019, the Lodge is open every Friday & Saturday from 11 am-1 am , and each Sunday from 11 am-10 pm . (Don't worry, later this season we'll be open during the week too!) We'll have all of your favorite foods back on the menu, including our amazing pizza, plus all the delicious drinks to go along with them. (If you haven't had a Watermelon yet, you really need to get here ASAP!)  Amazing Live Music Once again this year we've got an incredible lineup of the best live m...

When you're stuck indoors away from the cold January weather and dreaming about what your new year is going to be like, imagining yourself at The Cottonwood Cove is a wonderful and exciting distraction. Our Midwest RV campground & marina on the Missouri River is full of folks just like you who enjoy traveling, nature, good times, and incredible people! Here are 3 great reasons why you should become one of our members in 2019.  Stay Close to the Fun The scenery surrounding our little slice of heaven in Nebraska is reason enough to rent an RV Lot at The Cottonwood Cove, but we've got even more than that waiting for you here! Once you park the RV in your personal spot, you're just a short walk (or golf cart ride) away from all kinds of fun and excitement.  The Lodge offers a delicious menu and some of the tastiest drinks around, including our signature Watermelon. With plenty of seating both indoors and out, you'll always have a place to hang out wit...

2019 is right around the corner and we're willing to bet that many of you are thinking about putting together a list of New Year's resolutions to tackle. These always begin with good intentions but are often tough to complete.  To help you out, The Cottonwood Cove has come up with 5 tasks to attempt in the coming year that are fun and exciting enough to actually enjoy doing. Best of all, they can all be accomplished right here at our vacation destination in the Midwest !  Travel More Life is a lot more exciting when you can get away from your regular day-to-day and experience something new. Living the RV life allows you the opportunity to do that with very little notice. We've witnessed firsthand just how happy the people that visit our RV campground in the Midwest are because they've made the choice to pack up a rolling home-away-from-home and start exploring!  It does help to have a set destination to park when you want to stop for a while, and an RV l...

Winter is on its way, so it's not too early to start thinking about what you need to do to keep your RV in good condition if you'll be storing it away during those cold months.  Properly storing your RV in the winter months is the best way to protect it for many more years of future adventuring. Following the basic tips that  The Cottonwood Cove  has in today's blog will help you do that.  Drain the Water Systems Any water left in the plumbing system of an RV can freeze when it gets extremely cold and break the lines and fittings. This can result in extremely pricey repairs to get it going again next spring. All of the water needs to be drained from both the fresh water and waste tanks. Pumping nontoxic RV antifreeze through the plumbing will push the water out, and your owner's manual should have instructions on how to do this. If you aren't completely comfortable doing this yourself, we can help you find a professional to take care of it.   Save ...

Our Midwest RV Resort & Marina on the Missouri River is a wonderful place to camp from spring through fall. When you become a member of The Cottonwood Cove by reserving your very own RV lot, you have the freedom to enjoy our beautiful vacation destination any time that you like, plus you will always be "in-the-know" about special events that we are planning.  See the Campground in Person People travel to this scenic vacation destination in the Midwest from all over the country, and some even visit us from further away than that! We realize that it may be hard to decide where you would like to park your RV if you haven't see the spaces in person. That is why we encourage everyone to give us a call and schedule a personal tour of The Cottonwood Cove. Not only will you be able to see our incredible riverfront campground with your own eyes, but we will also be right here to answer any questions that you may have before making the decision to become a part of our...