RV Resources

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Below we’ve compiled a list of RV resources that may be helpful to you and that we recommend, whether you are an experienced RV’er or just contemplating renting or buying an RV. These include apps and websites that may be useful, training courses, discount programs, and more.

Finding RV Camping Locations

  
AllStays
AllStays is an app and website for finding campsites and other resources when you’re on the road. The pro version lets you search maps by multiple filters, including price, amenities, and more. You can also search for free camping locations, dump stations, and more. It’s our go-to resource when we’re looking for places to stop on our camping trips. The pro version is $29.95/year.
Boondockers Welcome
Boondockers Welcome is a website that connects RVers who are looking for free places to camp with private property owners who welcome boondockers to stay overnight on their property.
Campendium
Campendium is a free app and website for finding campsites. It is not as comprehensive as the AllStays app and website, but it has a growing list of camping locations. Users can search by different criteria.
Freecampsites.net
Freecampsites.net is a very useful free website for finding boondocking locations not already listed in other camping directories. It focuses on campsites that are either free or up to $12 per night.
Harvest Hosts
Harvest Hosts is a unique program where RV owners can stay overnight at hundreds of wineries, farms, and attractions across the United States and Canada. Guests stay for free at these locations once they’ve paid the $79 annual membership fee. (You can receive a 15% discount by using this link.)
Passport America
Passport America
Passport America is an RV park and campground discount program. Passport America members receive a 50% discount at over 1,800 campgrounds. Membership is $44/year. There are some restrictions for when the discount is available at each campground, but overall, it’s a great deal.
RV Parky
RV Parky is a free app and website that helps you find places to camp. Users can filter by criteria such as the type of campground, amenities, and more. Results will be displayed on a map that allows you to zoom in and out to search for other locations.

Making an RV Purchase

NADA Guides
NADA Guides provide pricing guides for new and used RVs. These free guides provide details on the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) as well as the low retail and average retail prices. While not perfect, the guides are useful to for determining the value of both new and used RVs when buying or selling.
Course on Buying an RV
RV Education 101 provides a video training program on How to Buy the Right RV & Save Thousands. It covers all of the information needed to make the right RV purchase for you while ensuring you get the best deal.
Wholesale Warranties
Wholesale Warranties provides extended warranties for all RV types. They have an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau so can be trusted to ensure you get the protection you need for your RV purchase. They act as a broker to top RV warranty programs so have many different RV warranty options available.

Financing an RV

LightStream
LightStream is a division of SunTrust Bank that provides loans for new and used RVs. They provide RV loans from $5,000 to $100,000. We recommend LightStream as they guarantee that they will beat any qualifying interest rate from any other lender.

Renting an RV

Outdoorsy
Outdoorsy is a website that for renting RVs directly from local RV owners. They have a large selection from all across the country. Outdoorsy provides RV rental insurance and roadside assistance with each RV rental.
RVshare
RVshare is another peer-to-peer RV rental website. Similar to Outdoorsy, RV owners use RVshare to rent their RVs. It also has a large selection of available RVs and campervans for rent for a few days, weeks, or longer. RVshare also provides full insurance and roadside assistance for rentals.
Course on Renting an RV
RV Education 101 provides a video training program on RV Rentals so that you can be fully prepared to operate your RV rental. Designed for RV newbies, it covers all the basics you’ll need to know to operate your RV while on the road and in campgrounds. Participate in this training program so that you can be prepared when you pick up your RV rental.

Obtaining Roadside Assistance

Good Sam Auto & RV Roadside Assistance
Good Sam offers roadside assistance to RVs and autos in one plan. The plan provides 24/7 towing services if you break down, roadside service for flat tires, dead batteries, lost keys, and other services to protect you while traveling.

RV Travel Insurance

Good Sam TravelAssist
Good Sam TravelAssist is designed to cover medical expenses for RVers in ways that medical insurance does not. In cases of medical situations, it covers expenses for your RV return to your home, emergency medical transportation, ground ambulance services, and flights home after an emergency.

RV Supplies, Maintenance, & Repairs

Camping World
Camping World has over 130 store locations as well as an online store where you can purchase all things RV related. They have products to help you maintain and service your RV, as well as many lifestyle products to help you get the most of your time RVing.
Trailer Parts Outlet
The Trailer Parts Outlet includes all materials needed to repair your travel trailer. They have supplies for axle repairs, trailer kits to make your own trailer, tires and wheels, towing accessories, and more.
Vintage Trailer Supply
Vintage Trailer Supply
Vintage Trailer Supply is the industry leader in developing authentic reproduction parts for vintage travel trailers from the 1940s through the 1970s. They also offer a wide range of supplies for modern trailers, including plumbing supplies, interior wiring, heating systems, and more. Vintage Trailer Supply also has unique gift ideas for retro trailer enthusiasts.
RV Repair Club
RV Repair Club provides instructional RV repair and improvement how-to videos taught by RV’ing experts. Their website provides a library of RV’ing videos covering a range of RV topics including RV plumbing and water systems, exterior maintenance, RV appliances, and more. Save 20% off any product using code RVRCSHOP20.

Finding Remote Jobs You Can Do While Traveling

FlexJobs
FlexJobs is an online job searching tool that lets you search for hand-screened remote, part-time, freelance, and flexible jobs that you can do remotely while traveling in your RV. You can join for one month at a time and cancel at any time.

Staying Connected

weBoost
weBoost provides cell phone signal boosters that work with any U.S. or Canadian carrier and any cellular enabled device. Having a cell booster is a must for anyone who travels or camps in remote locations, as most RV’ers do.

Buying an RV Mattress

Mattress Insider
Mattress Insider provides RV mattresses in all types and sizes. You can also custom order mattresses based on your preferences and size needs. Use this link to receive a 5% discount off RV mattresses.