What to Look for in Your Local RV Park

by Art Gibb, freelance writer on behalf of Cowboy's and Indian's RV Park ( 15-Jan-2013 )

Imagine the open road and the great feeling of sleeping in your own home away from home whenever you need to. It is a great feeling, but you also have to be smart when searching for the right location to stay in. Whether you decide to stay at one of many Alpine, TX, RV parks or a campground in the same area with hookups, you should always keep safety in mind. That is why RV parks can be the safest as well as most accommodating environments for your stay. No matter what you decide, keep these few tips in mind when making your decision.

Plan Ahead of Time

Always plan ahead of time when choosing a location. The worst thing that could happen to you is that you find out your perfect site is overbooked and you are forced to stay at a place that is less accommodating. Every RV park will have their best spots, so try and look at the site before you book a site. Ask around; always ask your friends, family, and even neighbors if they have a recommendation. The more research you do on the site, the fewer issues you will have in the future. Always make sure they have access to water, you want to make sure they also have full hookups so you can dump all of your grey and black water without a problem. See if they have a picnic tables or maybe fire pits.

Know What Site Will Work for You

Make sure you know all of the dimensions that you will need to know. This means that you should know what size of site you will need and how many cars will be parked there at one time. Many times you can only have two cars per campsite and if you have more you must pay for them. If you are going to have guests, make sure they know this. The last thing you want is to have your guests’ vehicles towed away. Decide if you want a pull-through or back-in site. Back-in sites will be smaller and require you to back in upon entry. Many times a pull-through can be easier on the driver. All you will have to do is pull in and when you leave you just continue the loop.

Safety First

This is extremely important, especially if you plan on having guests. Safety should always come first, so choose approved sites instead of just any old site. You may have to pay a little more, but it will be well worth it in the end. Make sure they have security cameras and security vehicles that patrol the park. Many times the more urban the location, the more crime you will find. When looking for safe Alpine, TX, RV parks always call ahead of time, do your research, and actually go to the location. These three steps could really save you in the end.

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