How do I report incorrect park data on RVSpot?

Use the 'Report an error' link on any park page, or contact us at rvspot.net/pages/contact. If you are the park operator, claiming your listing gives you direct edit access to all park fields. Community corrections are reviewed within 5 business days.

Data Sources & Update Policy — How RVSpot Verifies Park Data

Q: Where does RVSpot get its park data?

RVSpot park data comes from three primary sources: verified public records via Google Places API (core identity data), operator-provided information when parks claim their listing, and community submissions from verified travelers. All sources are cross-referenced before records go live.

Q: How does RVSpot verify Wi-Fi and Work-Ready status?

Wi-Fi and Work-Ready status is verified through a combination of operator-reported data (when parks claim their listing), community speed test submissions, and third-party connectivity data. Parks displaying the Work-Ready badge meet stricter criteria than just 'Wi-Fi available' — they have verified speeds of 25+ Mbps or a dedicated coworking space.

Q: How often is RVSpot data updated?

Claimed parks are updated in real time as operators edit their listing. Unclaimed parks are refreshed from verified data sources on a quarterly basis or sooner if community corrections are submitted. Monthly rates, pricing, and amenity data are the fields most likely to change — operators are encouraged to keep these current via the operator dashboard.

Key Takeaways

All park data originates from verified sources — RVSpot never generates synthetic or fabricated park records
Primary source: Google Places API (real-world verified business records with place IDs)
Operators who claim their listing have full edit access to keep their data current and accurate
Work-Ready and Wi-Fi status require verified speed data — not just a "Wi-Fi" amenity checkbox
Community corrections and speed tests are reviewed before going live
Monthly rate, pricing, and amenity data are updated in real time for claimed parks

Primary Data Sources

1. Google Places API (Verified Park Identity)

The foundation of every park record in RVSpot is a verified Google Place ID. This means:

The park physically exists at the listed location
The name, address, phone number, and website URL are sourced from a real, publicly verified business listing
Parks without a real Google Place ID are not imported — this eliminates synthetic records and maintains data integrity

Records imported from Google Places are tagged with data_source = 'google_places_v1' in our database. This is the highest-confidence data tier.

2. Operator-Provided Data

When a park owner claims their listing, they gain full edit access to all park fields. Operator-provided data is considered the most authoritative source for:

Nightly, weekly, and monthly rates
True monthly cost breakdown (electric, Wi-Fi surcharge, fees)
Amenity details (hookup types, rig length maximums, pet policy)
Work-Ready Wi-Fi information (speed tier, coworking space availability)
Long-stay policies and package acceptance

All operator edits are logged and reviewed before going live. Operators are responsible for keeping their park's data accurate — RVSpot displays whatever operators submit, and travelers are encouraged to verify critical details directly with the park before booking.

3. Community Contributions

Travelers can submit:

Reviews — rated on Wi-Fi, cleanliness, noise, management, rig fit, and long-stay experience
Wi-Fi speed tests — measured during stays and attributed to the specific park
Corrections — updates to incorrect park information submitted via the "Report an error" link on any park page

Community data is moderated before it influences a park's public listing. Reviews require verified submission (email or sign-in) and are reviewed for authenticity.

Data Quality Tiers

Data Source	Confidence Level	Notes
Google Places API (google_places_v1)	Highest	Verified real-world business, GPS coordinates confirmed
Operator-claimed listing	High	Owner-provided, reviewed before publication
Community speed test	Medium	Measured by traveler, attributed to specific park and date
Community review	Medium	Moderated, requires verified submission
AI-enriched description (ai_enriched_v1)	Low	Template-generated description for parks without operator content — clearly distinguished from operator-written copy

What "Verified" Means on RVSpot

When RVSpot displays a verified data point, it means:

The data has a traceable source (Place ID, operator edit, or community submission with attribution)
The data has been reviewed for consistency with the park's other records
Conflicting data from multiple sources has been manually reviewed and resolved

What "verified" does not mean:

That we physically visited the park and confirmed every detail
That the data is guaranteed accurate today — parks change their rates, policies, and amenities
That community-submitted data has been independently confirmed beyond our moderation review

RVSpot always recommends verifying critical details (especially pricing, rig length limits, and availability) directly with the park before booking.

Update Frequency

Data Field	Update Mechanism	Frequency
Park rates (nightly/weekly/monthly)	Operator edit	Real time (when operator updates)
Amenity details	Operator edit	Real time (when operator updates)
Wi-Fi speed tier	Operator edit + community speed tests	Real time for operator; moderated for community
Reviews and ratings	Community submission + moderation	Rolling (typically 1–5 business days)
Core park identity (from Google Places)	Automated refresh from source	Quarterly
FEMA flood zone	FEMA NFHL API enrichment	Annual refresh
Nearby service counts	OpenStreetMap Overpass API	Periodic enrichment (planned Sprint 9)

How to Report Incorrect Data

Found something wrong? There are three ways to report it:

If you're the park owner: Claim your listing — you'll have direct edit access to all fields
If you're a traveler: Use the "Report an error" link on the park's detail page
General contact: Contact the RVSpot team with the park name, the incorrect field, and what the correct information should be

We review all correction requests within 5 business days. For critical errors (wrong contact information, closed parks still showing as active), we prioritize same-day review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does RVSpot get its park data?

Core park data (name, location, contact, basic amenities) is sourced from Google Places API and verified against public records. Rates, amenities, and Work-Ready data come from operators who claim their listings and from community submissions. All imports require a verified Google Place ID — no synthetic park records are created.

How does RVSpot verify Wi-Fi and Work-Ready status?

Work-Ready status requires verified speeds of 25+ Mbps or a dedicated coworking space. Speed verification comes from operator-reported data (when a park claims its listing) and community speed tests (submitted by travelers during stays). "Wi-Fi available" alone does not earn the Work-Ready badge.

How often is RVSpot data updated?

Claimed parks update in real time as operators make changes. Unclaimed parks refresh from verified sources quarterly. Community corrections are reviewed and applied on a rolling basis. Always verify current rates and conditions directly with the park before booking.

How do I report incorrect park data?

Park operators: claim your listing at rvspot.net/claim for direct edit access. Travelers: use the "Report an error" link on the park page or contact us. We review corrections within 5 business days.

Data Sources & Update Policy