Have you ever been traveling the country in your travel trailer and find yourself wondering where the next best step would be at? Well, we have put together a list of the Best Mobile Apps for RV Camping.
There are several apps that you can browse through and get guidance on your way, whether you are looking for a campground, tourist attraction, national parks or a Walmart parking lot (I hear a lot about this lately).
1) Google Maps – FREE
Google Maps is an indispensable app for Android, Apple, and potentially Windows devices. It offers the quickest routes, constantly updates for traffic, and identifies hazards like work zones. With this app, you can search for anything, anywhere. It is a must-have for travel planning. I use it at least 7 or more times monthly and appreciate its offline navigation feature. I rate this app a perfect 10 for its usefulness, functionality, and sleek design.
Features:
- 220+ Countries Supported
- Voice Guided GPS
- Live Traffic Conditions
- Route Optimization
- Navigate Offline
- Geographical Analysis
- High Resolution
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2) Roadtrippers – FREE
The Road Trippers app uses your location to generate a list of nearby attractions that may interest you, such as restaurants, shopping areas, hotels, and services. It offers detailed information about these destinations, including ratings, reviews, pictures, and contact information. You can plan trips directly within the app or on the web at roadtrippers.com and easily share them with a group. Friends can contribute suggestions to the itinerary and use their preferred navigation app for travel. Any saved trips or favorite locations will sync automatically across devices for convenience.
Features:
- Route Planning
- Trip Guides
- Blog
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3) RV Parks & Campgrounds – FREE
This free app is designed to help users discover top-rated RV parks in North America without ads interrupting the experience.
Our app conveniently sorts commercial RV parks by ratings in list view mode, making it a breeze to locate high-quality parks for your stay. It’s a great tool to consider if you plan to stay in campgrounds during your trip. The app utilizes local databases for faster performance and reduced reliance on internet connectivity. Internet access is only necessary for tasks like leaving reviews, viewing maps, and accessing pictures. This feature is especially valuable when staying in areas with limited internet availability, making it a must-have app for all travelers.
Features:
- Privately owned (commercial) RV parks
- Public parks including U.S. Forest Service, State Park, County/City Parks, BLM (The Bureau of Land Management), and Fairgrounds
- U.S. Military Campgrounds, U.S. Air Force FamCamps, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Jellystone (Family campgrounds Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park)
- 1000 Trails (Thousand Trails RV Resort & Campgrounds)
- KOA (Kampgrounds of America)
- 55+ Senior Retirement Communities
- RV Friendly Stores & Stops
- Rest Areas, Welcome Centers, RV Dump Stations, Casinos, Low Clearance
- Fuel Stops
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4) RV Parky – FREE
The RV Parky app is a free, ad-free tool developed by a full-time RVer to assist fellow travelers on the road. With a database of over 25,000 listings, including RV parks, campgrounds, rest areas, gas stations, and stores, users can easily access information, view photos, and get directions to their next destination using RV Parky.
Features:
- RV Parks categorized by Commercially Owned, Public Parks, Military Camp, 55+, KOA, Jellystone, Casino
- RV friendly stores like Camping World, Cabela’s, Cracker Barrel, and Walmart
- Rest Areas and Welcome Centers
- Fuel Stops including Flying J’s, Pilot, and TA Travel Centers
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5) Camp and RV – Campgrounds Plus – $$$ 9.99
The Allstays app is a highly acclaimed camping app that continuously improves yearly. This revolutionary app allows users to search and customize their results for places and services, even without an internet connection. With a wide range of options, from resorts to parking lots, comprehensive filters ensure that users can easily find what they want without ads and for a one-time price.
For a detailed demonstration, visit allstays.com/apps/camprv.htm.
Features:
- Over 30,000 campgrounds: (US & Canada)
- National & State Forests
- State Parks
- National Parks
- County/City Parks
- BLM
- Army Corps of Engineers
- Military fam camps
- KOA, Good Sam, Escapees, Passport America, 1000 Trails, ROD, RPI, AOR, Coast to Coast, Elk
- Even primitive hike-in/boat-in/rough spots that other apps exclude
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These five apps provide a vast database of information and places to explore, whether you are looking for travel destinations, camping spots, navigation through traffic, or simply seeking new and exciting locations. With these tools, you will always have options for travel and enjoyment, ensuring you have exciting opportunities to make the most of your time.
