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Bwill55's avatar
Bwill55
Explorer
May 29, 2020

Corona Camping

Hello All-

I am seriously considering renting an RV this year. I am determined to not lose the entire summer sitting at home.

1. Am I crazy?
2. Is there a site that can help me plan out a trip. Specifically a one stop for what parks and campgrounds are open? I think this is the biggest challenge is figuring out where you can even go. I am leaning towards the Dakota's, Wyoming, etc. Those states have the least restrictions.

Thank you for your help.
  • FrankoToo's avatar
    FrankoToo
    Explorer II
    May 29, 2020
    Not crazy at all. From what I've been reading, the RV industry is booming because lots of people have the same idea. It's probably safe to say the rental industry is feeling the same boom. As far as trip planning, I know that Good Sam has a trip planner on their site but I've never used it. There are others but I think the only way to know if campgrounds are actually open would be to call or email them.

    Good luck and have fun.
  • Lynnmor's avatar
    Lynnmor
    Explorer
    May 29, 2020
    Bwill55 wrote:
    I think this is the biggest challenge is figuring out where you can even go. I am leaning towards the Dakota's, Wyoming, etc.


    I see you are from OH, getting campsites to the east may be a real challenge. I think you have the right idea about heading west.
  • wanderingaimles's avatar
    wanderingaimles
    Explorer
    May 29, 2020
    Couple sites to get you started.
    To find units for rent if you dont have an ElMonte close by,,,
    RV share
    And for finding campgrounds,,,,
    RV Parky

    Edit add, I had forgotten about this but,,,
    https://www.campendium.com/
    has a series of pages dedicated to whats open in different areas.
  • valhalla360's avatar
    valhalla360
    Navigator
    May 29, 2020
    Biggest problem I see is finding an online source for open parks that is up to date. It's likely a moving target and you will have to call any park to find out if they are open and what restrictions they may have if they are open.

    Example: We currently have a seasonal site for the summer. The park is open but the park isn't letting weekenders come in at this time.
  • Bwill55's avatar
    Bwill55
    Explorer
    May 29, 2020
    wanderingaimlessly wrote:
    Couple sites to get you started.
    To find units for rent if you dont have an ElMonte close by,,,
    ***Link Removed***
    And for finding campgrounds,,,,
    ***Link Removed***

    Edit add, I had forgotten about this but,,,
    https://www.campendium.com/
    has a series of pages dedicated to whats open in different areas.


    Great links. I will check them all out tonight.
  • Bird_Freak's avatar
    Bird_Freak
    Explorer II
    May 29, 2020
    Also check campgroundreviews.com. They are staying pretty much up to date on open parks and you can check park websites.
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    May 29, 2020
    “The park is open but the park isn't letting weekenders come in at this time.“

    Oh boy! Discriminating based on length of stay. What’s next? Age? Race? Hair color?
  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    May 29, 2020
    Lwiddis wrote:
    Should be lots of dispersed camping sites in the West.


    Still can't get into the National Forests in California. The desert is WIDE open in SoCal and Arizona...and 110*. You can have 1,000 acres all to yourself out there.
  • dodge_guy's avatar
    dodge_guy
    Explorer II
    May 30, 2020
    Rent one and go. Campgrounds are open. You will be by yourself even whenparked for the night or a few days. The Virus isn't as bad as it's being made out to be!

    Have fun!

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