Should I make reservations or wing it?

aftermath wrote:
Steve, it sounds like you will have a great trip. There is a lot to see where you are headed.

I have taken a number of long trips and here is what works for me. First of all "camping" means staying at a national park or something similar. We do use KOA and Good Sam facilities but I never call that camping. I consider these places to park along the way.

We typically drive around 300 miles a day give or take. We usually travel two to three days and stay put for two or three to see some sights and get some exercise. If we are going to a destination sort of place, like Glacier Park, we will reserve. Most of the rest of the time we call ahead while on the road to see if there is an opening and then reserve a spot that morning. If you are going to use commercial RV parks, finding a spot can be done. We once took a trip up into Canada and stayed at Jasper and Lake Louise both without reservations. They were full when we arrived but they do have overflow parking that worked for us. It wasn't the best but if you are willing to dry camp for a few days this could help relieve some stress.