Grand Rapids, MI — Northgate Resorts is celebrating a standout year in outdoor hospitality,
earning top recognition on two major industry stages: the Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI)
Awards and the Camp Jellystone™ Annual Awards Ceremony.
National Recognition at the OHI Awards
At the OHI Awards, a national benchmark for excellence in camping and outdoor lodging,
Northgate properties captured three Innovator of the Year awards and multiple finalist honors.
Northgate Resorts and its properties were recognized by OHI as follows:
- Innovator of the Year – Medium Park
- Leelanau Pines Campground
- Innovator of the Year – Large Park
- Jellystone Park™ Glen Ellis
- Innovator of the Year – Mega Park
- Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country
Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park™ was also named an Innovator of the Year finalist, and Northgate
Resorts was recognized as an Outdoor Industry Leadership finalist.
“These OHI honors speak to our commitment to innovation in the outdoor hospitality space,”
said Tessa McCrackin, Chief Marketing Officer of Northgate Resorts. “Our teams are constantly
experimenting, refining, and dreaming up new ways for families to experience the outdoors.
Being recognized as the best in the industry is incredibly meaningful.”
36 Honors at Camp Jellystone™ Annual Awards
In addition to OHI recognition, Northgate Resorts proudly received 36 awards at this year’s
Camp Jellystone™ Annual Awards Ceremony last week, including the highest location honor:
Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort of the Year. These recognitions underscore Northgate’s
continued dedication to excellence within the Jellystone Park™ brand and the broader outdoor
hospitality space.
Among the standout Jellystone achievements:
- Camp-Resort of the Year – Jellystone Park™ Harrisville
- Top Performer Award – Jellystone Park™ Harrisville, Jellystone Park™ Lakes Region
- Facility Enhancement Award – Jellystone Park™ Harrisville, Jellystone Park™ Lakes Region
“Earning thirty-six awards across so many Jellystone categories, while also being celebrated by
OHI, reflects the hard work, creativity, and passion our resort teams bring to each guest
experience,” McCrackin added. “From independent campgrounds to Jellystone Parks and Camp
Fimfo, our goal is the same: create memorable experiences in the great outdoors that guests
will talk about for years.”
Northgate Resorts extends sincere congratulations to all its parks and team members for their
outstanding achievements and their continued commitment to creating unforgettable camping
and glamping experiences for families nationwide.
About Northgate Resorts
Northgate Resorts is a trusted leader in outdoor hospitality, specializing in the ownership and
management of exceptional camping and glamping destinations. Based in Grand Rapids,
Michigan, Northgate combines entrepreneurial vision with a commitment to creating memorable
experiences for families and adventurers. As innovators in the industry and the creators of
Camp Fimfo, Northgate is dedicated to elevating outdoor recreation through thoughtful design,
top-tier amenities, and unparalleled guest service. Learn more at www.NorthgateResorts.com.