RV Camping Checklist
Table of Contents
Plan the Trip
Decide where you are going.
Extablish the cost.
Book a parking spot.
Decide and plan the route, including where to stop over.
Start building an onboard library with maintenance books such The RV Handbook.
Get a copy of The RVer's Friend for lists of RV friendly truck stops.
Make the RV Safe
Have your vehicle checked by a mechanic.
Get a service on the engine, have the tires and brakes checked.
Make sure all of the onboard systems are working.
Check if the insurance up to date.
Check if roadside assistance is included in your insurance.
Check the interior of the RV.
Check for gas leaks and plumbing for kitchen and bathroom water.
Check the toilet.
Have a set of tools to handle minor repairs.
Have a claw hammer, an axe and saw.
Have a flashlight.
Consider investing in a portable generator if your RV is not equipped with one.
Learn where everything is stored.
What to Bring
Toiletries, personal washing, clothes washing, medicines, prescriptions.
Sun block and glasses.
Clothing, including waterproof and warm clothing.
Kitchen and picnic items.
Washing up and clearing up items.
Things for entertainment e
g. books, games, radio.
Bedding and pillows.
Folding table and chairs.
A small barbeque grill.
When you Arrive
Park safely.
Learn and practice guide signals and commands.
Check the area together so that you both know where you're going.
Always use wheel chocks and 2x6 blocks of wood for leveling and stabilizing your vehicle.
Open cabinets carefully when you arrive.
Don't leave storage bays open or food or trash lying around.
Have a spare key hidden outside the RV incase of lockout.
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Presented by:
Taylor Peterson
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Introduction
Who it's for
This RV Camping Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your RV Camping essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven RV Camping structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this RV Camping Checklist
- Save RV Camping Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for RV Camping (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.