An RV can be a great base camp for winter activities such as skiing or ice fishing. Many seasonal campgrounds that close in winter may still allow RVs to stay overnight, although some may not allow you to connect your RV to hookups. It is best to check with individual campsites ahead of time.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that can kill, so it is important to avoid using charcoal or propane heat inside an RV--or any closed space. Even fumes from a portable electric generator can pose a danger if the generator is too close to the RV. A leaky exhaust system can also be a danger if occupants keep the RV's engine on for heat.
Putting a skirt around the bottom of an RV will help to keep tanks from freezing. Insulating the bottom of an RV with a waterproof material or actual insulation will also keep the interior warmer.
Keeping a water source hooked up to an RV in winter is difficult, especially when the temperatures dip below freezing. Campers will be better off with their own supply tanks.
Snowy or icy roads are dangerous, especially in a large vehicle like an RV. Always check the weather forecast before setting out, take extra care when driving in stormy conditions and pull over if you feel it would be unsafe to continue driving.
