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BookOutdoors is a Denver, Colorado-based technology platform that operates an online travel agency for booking outdoor accommodations, including campsites, RV parks, cabins, and glamping resorts. The company connects recreational travelers with property owners across the broader outdoor hospitality sector and initially launched its digital marketplace services across 12 states in the United States. Prior to its recent strategic exit, the enterprise raised exactly $4 million in seed funding from a syndicate of institutional backers that included GreatPoint Ventures and Revolution’s Rise of the Rest. The capitalization table also featured prominent individual investors such as former Expedia executive Aman Bhutani and former Booking.com executive Brendan Bank, before the platform was ultimately acquired by Hipcamp in October 2024. BookOutdoors was officially established during late 2021 by technology entrepreneurs and co-founders Brian Nolan, Roy Rubin, and Roy Erez.
BookOutdoors has raised $4.0M across 1 funding round.
BookOutdoors has raised $4.0M in total across 1 funding round.
BookOutdoors has raised $4.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $4.0M Seed in November 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2022 | $4M Seed | GreatPoint Ventures | Aman Bhutani, Brendan B., Revolution, R Squared Ventures | Announced |
BookOutdoors has raised $4.0M in total across 1 funding round.
BookOutdoors's investors include GreatPoint Ventures, Aman Bhutani, Brendan B., Revolution, R-Squared Ventures.
BookOutdoors is a technology platform that enables users to search, compare, and book outdoor accommodations including campsites, RV parks, cabins, and glamping resorts, serving travelers seeking joyful and accessible outdoor experiences.[1][3][4] It targets the outdoor recreation and hospitality sector, solving fragmented booking processes by offering a centralized marketplace with no memberships or booking fees, while helping campground operators increase visibility and bookings.[1][3] Founded in 2021 in Denver, Colorado, the company raised $4M before being acquired by Hipcamp in October 2024, reflecting strong growth in the booming outdoor travel market.[1][2][4]
BookOutdoors was founded in 2021 by proven tech entrepreneurs and leaders in outdoor hospitality, including co-founder and CEO Brian Nolan, with backing from Silicon Valley investors and executives from major travel and hospitality firms.[1][3] The idea emerged from a vision to reimagine outdoor travel planning, making it more seamless and healer-like by connecting people with nature amid rising demand for outdoor getaways.[3][4][6] Early traction came through partnerships like integrations with hospitality systems (e.g., Newbook) and property networks (e.g., Advanced Outdoor Solutions, Blue Water), expanding inventory and user access without fees, leading to its acquisition by Hipcamp in 2024.[1][5]
BookOutdoors rides the post-pandemic surge in outdoor recreation and sustainable tourism, where demand for campsites and glamping has exploded amid urban escapes and nature's wellness appeal.[1][4] Timing aligns with digital transformation in fragmented hospitality markets, competing with platforms like Campcation and Campspace by emphasizing U.S.-focused, fee-free accessibility.[1] It influences the ecosystem by consolidating inventory, partnering with management tools (e.g., ResNexus, Newbook), and fueling operator success, paving the way for larger players like Hipcamp to dominate via acquisitions.[1][3][5]
Post-acquisition by Hipcamp in October 2024, BookOutdoors' inventory and user base will likely supercharge Hipcamp's marketplace, creating a dominant, single trusted destination for outdoor bookings as stated by CEO Brian Nolan.[1] Trends like experiential travel, RV/glamping growth, and corporate perks (e.g., Dónde partnership) will shape expansion, potentially evolving its influence through integrated tech stacks and global reach.[1][5] This positions it—or its acquirer—at the forefront of a $16-24M enterprise-valued niche, amplifying joyful outdoor access amid sustained market momentum.[2]
