Newbie question about touring with 5th wheel

[Lexidoodle]

found a 42' Forest River 5th wheel we love but wondering if its too long for touring America & visiting National Parks. Appreciate your input. Thanks in advance

[Lexidoodle]

Dealer said it was no problem but we thought it might be. James, what's the max length you'd recommend for National Parks?

[agesilaus]

You probably will not find many campgrounds inside the national parks that can accommodate an RV that long. There are commercial parks outside the national parks that will be able to take it. For the big parks like Yellowstone or Yosemite that will add quite a bit of travel time to your day. Many Forest Service campgrounds probably will not accept that RV but Corps of Engineering CG usually take large RV's. But those are less common.

What tow vehicle will you be using, for a very big RV like that you will want a dual rear wheel truck. You will also find it a trial to maneuver in tight spots. With the truck you will be over 60 ft long.

[Tyler0215]

42 5th wheel is going to be way to big for most NP. campgrounds.

[Lwiddis]

For camping inside many National Parks, yes. You could camp outside the parks and drive in to tour. See this chart:

http://outdoorsrvmfg.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/National-Park-Trailer-Length-Chart.pdf