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Step 1
Plan your trip. Decide what part of the country you are interested in visiting and check out campground directories, travel guides or state tourism guides. There are campgrounds located all over the country and using the locator at the Go Camping America website makes the search much easier. Call in advance to see what the RV camp has available, such as showers, laundries, dumping system and electrical hook-ups. Also, find out how close the site is from the areas you plan to visit.
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Step 2
Create a checklist of things to pack in your RV a few days before the trip. You can find a checklist at the Go Camping America website. This checklist includes all aspects of your trip planning, such as food, tools and an RV safety and maintenance checklist.
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Step 3
Keep safety in mind when choosing an RV park. Ask management about security features such as security gates, cameras, lighting and find out whether non-registered people can enter without permission. Get to know the manager and your camping neighbors.
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Step 4
Check the gas prices before you start your trip. Gas prices may vary in different parts of the country and if you are trying to budget your money, search for the best prices. Finding stations that accommodate recreational vehicles is also a good idea. Many times dumping stations are available and the ease of getting in and out with a large vehicle is something to consider.
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Step 5
Driving an RV isn't that much different than driving a car, according to The Recreational Vehicle Industry Association. Attention to the size, weight and height of the vehicle are the major concerns since automatic transmission, power steering and power brakes are standard equipment on most models. If you're towing a vehicle behind the RV, there are special considerations such as brake and light connections. Maneuvering with a vehicle in tow can be challenging and if you haven't had any experience, you may want to practice before you get out on the road.
