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Before your trip
- Booking a campground (RV Park / Campground);
- Checking the itinerary and height / weight restrictions;
- Downloading offline maps (in case of no connectivity);
- Check weather;
- RV registration and insurance;
- RV inspection (tires, lights, brakes, leaks);
- Fueling with fuel, water and propane;
- Permits, if needed (e.g., to enter national parks).
Equipment and tools
- Extension cord and power adapters (30/50 AMP);
- Drinking water hose + filter;
- Wastewater hose (black and gray tank);
- Level gauge and RV leveling pads;
- Repair kit, duct tape, tools;
- Flashlight, spare batteries;
- Gloves for RV maintenance;
- Jack / tire puncture remedy.
Indoor amenities and hygiene
- Bedding, pillows, blankets;
- Towels (shower, kitchen, beach);
- Toilet paper (for RV), paper towels Hygiene products (soap, shampoo, toothpaste);
- Cleaning supplies and rags;
- Bucket, brush, garbage bags;
- Air freshener/toilet odor remedies;
- Disinfectant and first aid kit.
Kitchen and food
- Gas/propane for stove;
- Pots, pans, knives, boards;
- Cookware and Cutlery;
- Food storage containers;
- Sponges, dish detergent;
- Bottled water / filter;
- Condiments, salt, oil;
- Refrigerator: food and beverages;
- Snacks, freeze-dried food;
- Thermos / mugs / thermo bottles.
Camping equipment
- Camping chairs and table;
- Canopy / awning or awning;
- Insect repellent;
- Solar panels (optional);
- Front entrance mat;
- Garlands, lanterns, candles;
- Games, books, cards;
- Grill / brazier + charcoal / gas;
- Firewood and campfire permit (if needed).
Clothes and shoes
- Weatherproof clothes (raincoat, windbreaker);
- Hiking and camping shoes;
- Hat / cap and sunglasses;
- Swimsuit / water towel;
- Nightwear and comfortable home clothes;
- Extra socks and underwear;
- Gloves, scarf and warm jacket (in season).
Electronics and communications
- Chargers (12V, USB, external battery);
- Navigator / smartphone with maps;
- Powerbank;
- Wi-Fi router or mobile hotspot;
- Portable speaker (optional).
If traveling with a pet
- Food and bowls;
- Pet bed/carrier;
- Veterinary documents;
- Toys, leash, waste bags;
- Flea/tick medication.
Before leaving the parking lot
- Disconnect water, electricity, waste hoses;
- Empty and rinse tanks;
- Check retractables and awning;
- Close windows, hatches, lockers;
- Clean everything outside and inside;
- Check fixtures and mirrors;
- Make sure nothing is forgotten.