- 1). Begin by choosing the starting and stopping point of your trip. This may seem obvious, but you cannot simply state that you'll be "starting in Columbus and ending in Ann Arbor." You must note the exact spots where the trip will begin and end, especially if you are renting the RV. This is especially important if you're going to be using Google Maps or MapQuest to help you plan your route.
- 2). Find the highways and interstates along the way from your start point to your end point. Many people believe that they'll be missing out on the scenery if they travel on these main roads. These individuals have never traveled the interstates found in Ohio or Pennsylvania (just to name a few states). There are numerous campgrounds and other great sites to be found directly off interstates around the country. Driving on these roads will also save gas, which can help save you hundreds of dollars on your RV trip.
- 3). Locate places along your route where you can spend the night in your RV for free. Most people who routinely travel in a RV are aware that they can stay in any Wal-Mart or Sam's Club parking lot overnight for free. You should also check out the Free Campsites web site, which lists more than 1600 campsites in the United States where RVs can park overnight for free.
- 4). Look for truck stops along your route. You're going to have to refuel your RV during your trip, and truck stops usually have the cheapest gas. Pilot Travel Centers and Travel Centers of America (TA) are two examples of truck stops with cheap gas as well as areas where you can park your RV for several hours in order to rest. Most of these truck stops also have a family restaurant and even showers. Visit the official web sites for TA and Pilot to find the truck stops that are on your route.
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