Select just about any location from coast to coast and you will find at least one RV park. Traveling to the "Sunshine State" with the kids? You can select from hundreds of RV and camping resorts located in Florida near major attractions or along white sandy beaches. Planning a trip to the Black Hills of South Dakota? You can wake up with "Mother Nature" and views of Mount Rushmore or the Crazy Horse monument.
When traveling to popular tourist areas, plan on booking in advance to be assured a spot, especially during the summer months. Most RV parks have hopped on the technology bandwagon and offer online booking and information through either a dedicated facility website, or a local travel and tourism regional website. Online discounts or printable coupons are sometimes available.
The offerings and atmospheres of RV parks vary widely. Just like hotels, RV resorts and camping facilities differ in amenities, rules and services. Finding a lodging facility that best matches an individual's traveling style is not a difficult task. Specific types of RV parks include senior citizen, "green," family-oriented, Christian-themed and adults only. Read the RV park's website thoroughly, even the seemingly boring sidebar on rules and regulations. Educating yourself before booking can save a lot of disappointment and money later. While some RV resorts are pet or smoker friendly, do not assume all have an open door policy for "Rover" or nicotine. Some RV parks enforce a "quiet time" rule in the evening, or do not permit alcohol on the premises.
RV parks typically offer rental spaces with full electric hook-ups, dump station, camp store, bathhouse and coin-operated laundry machines. Do not assume all RV camping facilities offer electrical services, ask before making a reservation. Rates vary depending up both location and facility amenities. Weekday rates tend to be the lowest, with holidays and weekends carrying a higher rental fee. Some facilities allow patrons to select a specific location to rent, such as near the pool or bathhouse, for an additional fee.
Location may play a major role in the type or number of recreational offerings at a particular camping facility. Parks located near major amusement parks or tourist attractions tend to offer a large number of recreational amenities to attract family travelers. Common RV park amenities include playgrounds, organized activities and social events, swimming pools or beaches, sports courts, wireless Internet access, hot tubs, miniature golf courses, water sports equipment rentals and arcade games.
