Many Americans will likely heed the call of the open road this year and enjoy the USA's backyard from the comfort of their own vehicle. With a wide range of RV parks from which to choose, we've compiled the ultimate guide to all the locations and amenities available at sites across the country.
Click through the gallery to discover RV parks across the US that go the extra mile...
The clue's in the name with this one: this cute central Kansas resort spreads out along the edge of the water, and fishing is a top camp attraction. Away from the water, the camp offers full hook-up sites and fire rings, plus a swimming pool, walking trails and mini golf, all spread across its 93 acres.
They're a friendly bunch at the Roughrider RV Resort and Campground. Touted as the place 'Where land and sky meet the Great Plains', the family-owned park has more than 100 RV sites dotted across its grounds – many have full hook-ups, and both pull-through and back-in sites are available. Hemmed in by forestland, it's right by the Souris River and close to the city of Minot, known for its Scandinavian heritage and aviation history.
This Nebraska City site is a true family affair. Renowned for its friendly owners and peaceful location, Victorian Acres RV Park and Campground is a welcoming spot set on 27 green acres. It's a stone's throw from Nebraska City, known for its Civil War Veterans Museum and there are showers, bathrooms, wifi and full hook-up sites.
Hitting the open road in Hawaii may sound like a dream – but, in reality, RVing isn't commonplace here, and most campsites, and indeed many roads, aren't geared up for motorhomes. However, there are a few exceptions. One of them is Malaekahana Beach Campground in northern Oahu: this idyllic beachfront retreat has several basic, non-electric spaces for vehicles. Once you're parked up, surfing, bodyboard and SUP lessons or rentals are usually available. While they're currently closed for renovations, they plan to reopen in time for the summer 2024 season.
As the name suggests, this manicured park is right in the heart of Kentucky's Cave Country. Nearby is the Mammoth Cave National Park, which is home to the longest cave system on the planet. The park itself is a beauty, with pretty, flower-filled grounds, and sites are all pull-through with full hook-up.
This laid-back resort lies in the eastern Oklahoma town of Gore, which proudly touts itself as the 'trout capital' of the state. Unsurprisingly, many campers come here to fish, but there’s also a swimming pool and several sports courts. The grandest RV lots come with full hook-up, river views, private picnic tables and fire rings.
This quiet park is set on scenic Aquidneck Island in Portsmouth, Newport County. Hiking trails weave around the park's picturesque namesake, the Melville Ponds, and the champagne crescent of Sandy Point Beach is on the doorstep. Newport and the glittering Breakers mansion are around 10 miles (16km) to the south too. Full hook-up lots are available onsite, plus there's cable TV and wifi for a rainy day.
Big Pine Campground enjoys pride of place in the rugged Black Hills region of South Dakota. The spirit of the Old West lives on in this region, with its badlands and bison, and the pine-filled campground is true to its surroundings – it has a rustic camp store and no-frills lots. You'll have everything you need, though, including full hook-up sites and friendly staff on hand to help should you need them.
A peaceful park in central Vermont, Lake Champagne offers a mighty dose of New England charm. There's clean, crisp air and green as far as the eye can see, plus all the usual amenities (from full hook-up sites to laundry and bathroom facilities). The three-acre lake, with its little beach area, is at the center of it all too.
An hour outside of Dallas, this upmarket resort has plenty of creature comforts. All sites offer full hook-up, but premium sites have an extra wow factor when it comes to location: they sprawl out along the lake or hide away in sun-dappled glades. First-rate attractions include two swimming pools and a sizable children's playground, and trails zig-zag through the resort's 200 leafy acres.
Tranquil, leafy surrounds laced with nature trails and an inviting swimming pool draw visitors to this park in eastern Virginia. There's also full hook-up, wifi and cable TV. As its name suggests, it's a jumping off point for some of America's historical attractions, including Williamsburg with its living history museum and Historic Jamestowne.
Its name a giveaway, this site can be found on sun-drenched Hilton Head Island, a pretty isle and resort town in southern South Carolina. The woodland bolthole has more than 400 full hook-up RV lots, plus extras such as a pool and dog park, and a location close to the beach.
This easy-going camp brands itself as the 'Gateway to the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.' The lakeshore, fringing Lake Superior, is all islands, coves and tree-covered clifftops, and cruises exploring the area leave from nearby Bayfield. Onsite, there are wooded or open lots – some of which have breathtaking island views – and full hook-ups available.
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This smart park in Biloxi is known for its immaculate grounds decorated with flowers and oaks, plus its swimming pool, gleaming bathhouses, and full hook-up lots. Southern hospitality is a great source of pride here – cookouts and other fun organized events are commonplace. The Gulf Coast's sought-after beaches are close by too.
Taking over an idyllic spot in the northeast of Mount Rainier National Park, White River Campground rests at a dizzying 4,232 feet (1,290m). Facilities at the camp are basic: there are restrooms but no showers, and RV sites are non-electric. But the sheer awe of your surroundings will likely make up for that. The park is close to trails such as the Glacier Basin route, which spools from the campsite towards the breathtaking Inter Glacier.
As the name suggests this upmarket spot is located on the Platte River, just east of Casper. It's open year-round and offers excellent facilities including a kid's playground, full hook-up, TV and wifi with space for 94 RVs in total. RVers can get involved in outdoor activities from trout fishing to skiing and golf, plus there are cabins available too.
The name America's Best Campground is a bold statement indeed – but this site does have a lot going for it. There are several good RV parks in the area, but this family-owned option comes up trumps with a large pool, spa, and helpful staff. Every RV space is a full hook-up site with a smooth patio, grill, picnic tables and free satellite TV.
Swing seats and skittish deer come together to create the perfect woodland escape in southern Illinois. Pass your time on-site wandering the forest, keeping an eye out for wildlife flitting between the trees, before relaxing at an electric hook-up site. The site is also close to Benton, known for its antique shopping and wineries including Pheasant Hollow and Walker's Bluff too.
The Golden State has little shortage of RV parks, and this one is nestled amid the pines and peaks of Yosemite. It's back to basics at Upper Pines – there are non-electric RV lots, toilets, drinking water and food storage facilities only. It's also near the start of the Mirror Lake Trail, whose two-mile (3.2km) path winds towards (you guessed it) gleaming Mirror Lake.
This North Carolina site sits at 2,478 feet (755m), perched on a crest in the wooded Blue Ridge Mountains, with panoramic views in all directions. Hiking is the main attraction here: venture into the woods, spotting deer and birdlife and pausing to drink in the vistas along the way. The premium RV spots have uninterrupted views of the landscape, and all have full hook-up – there are also well-maintained bathroom and shower facilities, picnic tables and campfire rings.
Everything centers around the water at this resort in Millsboro, southern Delaware. Tipped as 'a fisherman’s dream and a camper’s delight,' the family-owned spot stretches out along a tributary of Rehoboth Bay with a generous marina boasting more than 300 boat slips. Beyond the boats, there's a volleyball and basketball court and a pool.
A Sun RV Resort, this comfortable Cape May site gets top marks for its many amenities. There's a sizable swimming pool and lake, spacious RV lots with full hook-up, mini golf, and sports courts too. A packed roster of events is also on offer with everything from arts and crafts to scavenger hunts to boot.
Lake Rudolph Campground was built with kids in mind. It's right on the doorstep of the Holiday World Theme Park and Splashin' Safari Water Park and it comes with its own compact waterpark and swimming pool and mini golf course. There's an extra fuss made over the holidays with pumpkins popping up across the park in October, and a visit from Rudolph at Christmas. RV sites run from standard to deluxe – the latter has a concrete patio and full hook-up with up to 50-amp electricity.
A comfortable site within Albuquerque's city limits, the American RV Resort is right off the historic Route 66. It's got all the usual trappings: full hook-up sites, plus contemporary bathhouses, a heated pool and spa and a brimming camp store. The park usually gets booked up around October, during the city's annual Balloon Fiesta – the next event is planned for October 2024.
Lake George's 120 acres are all about fun. Family-owned and operated by a clan of keen campers, the park is dotted with swimming pools and there's also a mini water park, Cascade Cove, right on-site. The park's own well-kept biking and hiking trails ribbon out into the wider Lake George area, and the stunning French Mountain trail is a crowd-pleaser. Among the 400 scenic RV sites, there are back-in and pull-through options available, all with full hook-up.
This serene park is located just beyond Eureka Springs, a city known for its Victorian architecture and independent shopping. The site, which overlooks a scenic valley, draws road-trippers with its large swimming pool and the many tree-shaded picnic areas across its 46 acres. Full hook-ups and fire pits are available, plus bathhouses and a laundry room.
With a name like Red Rock, this RV park might sound like it belongs in America's southwest, but it's actually tucked away with the mountains and lakes of eastern Idaho. The park prides itself on its proximity to nature – it's 22 miles (35km) from the western entrance to Yellowstone and vast Henry's Lake is right on the doorstep. It offers full hook-ups, plus private picnic tables and firepits too.
Nature is the real drawcard here. One for animal lovers, this rugged Colorado Springs site teems with wildlife, from deer to abundant birdlife, and even the occasional bear. The resort is open year-round, with generous RV lots offering full hook-up, and its 45 wooded acres draw hikers from fall through to summer. There are usually fun activities like bingo and square dancing too.
It's not hard to see why this stunning campground might appeal. Situated just within the southern entrance of Crater Lake National Park, the forested site is seven miles (11km) from the edge of the sapphire water. Only a handful of the RV sites have electrical hook-ups, and they're offered on a first-come-first-served basis.
Occupying a bucolic corner of eastern Ohio, Wood's Tall Timber Resort is at once a serene oasis and a family adventure hotspot. Its 157 acres are carpeted with thick forestland, and there are electric and sewer hook-ups, plus several water wells. Top attractions usually include the zipline soaring through the treetops and the Putt Putt crazy golf.
Smoky Bear Campground is a family-owned spot located next to the northeastern entrance of Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The spruce fir-covered bluffs, the waterfalls and the epic sunsets of this national park are what draw visitors to Smoky Bear. On-site, all the shady lots are full hook-up (with 30- or 50-amp electricity) and there are fire rings so you can get cozy as the evening falls.
Life moves at a slower pace at Bay Shore Campground on Chesapeake Bay, which is situated right on the waterfront, near the scenic town of Rock Hall. Park attractions include sites with water and electric hook-up – not to mention the epic sunset views – and outdoor common areas including a kids' playground and dog park.
A seaside spot, this park is on Tybee Island, affectionately known as Savannah's Beach. The site is filled with full hook-up sites, shaded by Spanish moss-cloaked oaks, and is even home to Tybee Island's largest swimming pool. Beyond the park, Tybee boasts champagne beaches and a historic lighthouse, and Savannah, the Hostess City, is a 20-minute drive away.
There's always something going on at Lone Oak Campsite, a family spot in northwest Connecticut. The wooded site is set over some 250 acres, with more than 400 camping areas spread throughout it. The amenities are top-notch too: there's a pool, modern playgrounds, and full hook-up sites. Themed weekends – from Thanksgiving and Halloween celebrations (pictured) to wacky festivals in honor of Disney and dinosaurs – are also a major draw.
Its breathtaking spot in the New England countryside is what sets Danforth Bay Camping and RV Resort apart. It's nestled in 185 acres of woodland, with the White Mountains to the north and the Lakes Region to the south. Drive through the canopy to find your tranquil, tree-covered, full hook-up site, then sit before your motorhome soaking in the sounds of the forest.
There are stunning views in all directions at this rural park on the shores of Flathead Lake, not far from Glacier National Park. Despite the campground's country location, it doesn't let up on luxury. Its pristine expanse includes immaculate lots, a hot tub, pool and gym, and sleek shower facilities. The full hook-up sites can accommodate vehicles of more than 30 feet (Class A motorcoaches only).
Mountains loom over this charming RV park, which is dropped in the scenic Mat-Su Valley region of southern Alaska. Deluxe RV sites are available with full hook-up, fire rings and picnic tables, so guests can be completely self-sufficient. Nature is never far away here either: the park is flecked with native wildflowers and fir trees, and home to plenty of birdlife too.
Family-owned Keen Lake Camping has been running since 1954. The site has an enviable spot in the Poconos Mountains, plus a vast, rippleless lake popular for paddle-boarding, aqua-cycling, and rowing, and a sandy beach. There are group games organized for the kids and also artsy activities such as ceramics classes. There are full hook-up sites right by the water's edge too. d
This site is set in Williams, a little city touted as the 'Gateway to the Grand Canyon.' A historic railroad even travels from the RV park to the canyon, chugging through desert and prairie, before it reaches the mighty red rocks. Back at the park, there are full hook-ups and wifi.
Stonewall Resort's campground occupies a pretty spot along Stonewall Jackson Lake, with lots looking out onto the water and full hook-ups and wifi. The wider resort, meanwhile, has a golf course and a state-of-the-art spa and outdoor and indoor pools. Kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards are available to rent too, and there are mooring posts if you're lucky enough to have your own boat.
This family-orientated park in Oxford centers around a large fishing lake, and there's a pool, beach area, and volleyball and basketball courts to boot. For a true dose of the countryside, hayrack rides are usually available too. Other on-site amenities include wifi, a camp store, and full hook-up sites, and the seven villages that make up the Amana Colonies are also nearby.
This is quintessential New England camping. At Beaver Dam Campground, lots come tucked away in the woodland (the leaves begin to turn in late September) or perched on the banks overlooking the site's large pond. Spend the afternoon out on the water in a canoe or paddleboat, then enjoy an alfresco dinner at a private picnic table on your site. Pull-through spots are available and all offer full hook-up.
This upscale resort on the Gulf Coast isn't short on luxury. The park, in the pretty city of Foley, boasts spacious lots for Class A motorhomes and lavish amenities including a swimming pool, hot tub, cinema and swish clubhouse. The Gulf Coast's white-sand beaches are minutes away too.
A vast, 54-acre site, the Pines of Kabetogama Resort is on the doorstep of Voyageurs National Park in the northern reaches of Minnesota. Most of the full hook-up RV sites have breathtaking views of Lake Kabetogama – the most lavish of these include dock space for a boat and an electric golf cart. The RV season runs May through to October, with the lake glittering in the summer and the leaves ablaze in the fall.
This glossy palm tree-filled park couldn't be anywhere other than Vegas. You can park your RV on a state-of-the-art lot with full hook-up and then take a dip in the refreshing swimming pool. The site is hailed for its luxurious spa and fitness center and its sprawling clubhouse, and the famed Sin City Strip is close by too.
Normandy Farms has been operating since the 1970s and it's no wonder it has such staying power. It's a serene, wooded park with a pretty fishing pond, and nature trails crisscrossing its 100 acres. Facilities include four swimming pools, a bike park and courts for tennis, basketball and more. Each picturesque RV lot has a fire ring and a picnic table, with full hook-ups available.
Likening itself to a luxury hotel, this downtown park is moments from the Big Easy's French Quarter. The clubhouse and pool are built to match the neighborhood's elegant French-style architecture, with a sun-dappled courtyard and a gazebo housing a bar. There are all the facilities you'd expect from such an upscale site, including spacious lots with full hook-up.
The sprawling Mackinaw Mill Creek Campground is no stranger to the spotlight, having won various accolades over the years. The site has been in the same family since the 1960s, and they're proud of its rugged grounds filled with wildflowers, and the stunning views of Mackinac Island. The park has more than 200 full hook-up sites, plus extras such as a heated pool, mini golf, and bike rentals. A ferry takes guests out to Mackinac Island.
This resort acts as a sumptuous base for explorers of Utah's 'mighty five' national parks, and its drawcards are views of rust-red mountains, a lavish pool, and the large full hook-up sites. The park strives to be kind to the environment too, with LED lighting and a camp store stocking eco-friendly products. A shuttle service also runs from the resort to Zion National Park.
One for beach bums, Boyd's Key West Campground is right on the waterfront. The park is family-owned and operated, with an inviting heated pool, elevated facilities (think full hook-up sites and gleaming bathhouses) and plenty of spots overlooking the ocean. Typical activities include morning yoga sessions and sunset cruises. Dry Tortugas National Park, with its colorful corals and marine life, is close by too.
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