Are you planning your first RV trip? That’s great! A lot of adventures lie ahead for those who explore and an RV is the best way to experience them all from the closest.
Traveling in an RV is a unique experience and requires some preparation. From checking the systems to planning what to bring with you, there are a lot of things to consider before you hit the road. So, let’s see how to prepare for your first RV trip!
1. Book a Campsite
The first step in preparing for your RV trip is to book a campsite. Check out the available campsites in the area where you plan to go and book one. If you’re traveling in the summer, you should book in advance because a lot of campers go on a trip in this period.
2. Prepare Your RV
Next, you should prepare your RV. That includes things like checking all systems, flushing and cleaning the black water tank, getting leveling blocks to level out your RV to the ground when parked on an uneven surface, getting an electric jack if you have an RV trailer so that you can lift the front and hitch it to your car, getting a weight-distribution hitch for stabilizing your RV as well as a sway control bar, and extension cords so that you can charge your RV overnight.
3. Bring Your Toolkit
Tools are an essential part of RV trips because you never know what may go wrong. The side-view mirror may loosen up or a kitchen cupboard door may fall off. To be prepared for any situation, you need to bring your toolkit. You don’t have to bring every single tool you have at home, but hex wrenches, scissors, ratchets, screwdrivers, pliers, a hammer, duct tape, zip ties, and rubber bands are a must for every RV traveler.
4. Plan Your Route
Once you’re done preparing your RV, you can plan your route. RV traveling is much slower than when traveling by car, so you need to make overnight stops to take a break, fill your gas tank, and charge your RV if needed. Ideally, you should take overnight stops every 4 hours.
To make sure you always know where you are and find overnight stops, it’s best to download camping apps like the KOA app. Of course, you can choose any camping app you like as long as it provides you with all information you need.
5. Pack All Essentials
Going on an RV trip requires great organization, especially when it comes to your belongings. It’s really hard to decide what to pack because you never know what you may need and the storage capacity of RVs is rather limited. Therefore, it’s best to use one of the RV/camping packing lists available on the internet to make sure you have everything you need without taking things you can survive without.
Final Words
RV trips are a great way to explore nature and different places, bond with your family, and make new friends. However, to make the most of your trip and enjoy every moment of it, you must prepare for it. We hope these tips will help you plan your RV trip and have an unforgettable time while on the road.