How to Set Up an RV for Camping

Rv arriving to camp

After a long drive in your RV you arrive at your destination. Your trip was safe and everything worked fine. Everyone in your group is ready to get going and enjoy the outdoors. As the owner of the RV however, you need to take some actions to set up your RV up so everything works as well as possible. A few minutes spent setting up the RV now can help ensure a memorable trip.

Things You'll Need

• 2 x 6 boards
• Water hoses
• Adjustable wrenches
• RV sewer hose
• RV sewer hose support
• Level

Instructions

RV setup

1. 

   Identify the most level place in your assigned camping area. Position your RV in this area and use the level to check the RV. If the RV is not in a perfectly level position, 2 x 6 boards under the lowest wheels are needed to reposition the RV. Repeat this process until the RV is perfectly level.

2. Remove the RV electrical cord from its holding place. Plug the electrical cord into the proper connection for your campground space. Turn on the switch at the connection. Go inside the RV and turn on a device requiring electricity to make sure that the system is properly working.

3. Remove the water hose from its holding place. Using the adjustable wrenches connect the hose to the water outlets on the side of the RV and the hose bib at your camping site. Use both wrenches to ensure a tight connection. Go inside the RV and turn on the water at the sink until it freely flows.

4. Remove the RV sewer hose from its holding place. Connect one end of the hose to the outlet valve underneath the RV. Connect the other end to the sewer connection at your RV site. Use the sewer hose support to keep the sewer hose off the ground and ensure the proper incline from the RV to the sewer.

5. Set up the outside environment. If the campsite is equipped with a picnic table. move it so it is close to the RV and near the exit door. Lower the RV awning and extend the support poles. Remove camp chairs and recliners from their storage area and set them up for use.

Tips & Warnings

• Enlist the aid of a helper to make to work go faster.

References

• RV setup 101
• Rv checklist