Smart RV Travel Guide For The Lower 48 States: List of RV, State, and National Parks, with Amenities, Contact Information, Suggested Routes, and What to See and Do in Each State

Smart RV Travel Guide for the Lower 48 States
Explore America’s Best RV, State & National Parks with This All-in-One Adventure Planner

Ready to hit the open road but don’t want to waste hours researching where to stay, what to see, or which routes are worth taking? Whether you're a seasoned RVer or planning your first trip, this guide is your no-fluff, all-facts handbook to exploring the continental U.S. with confidence and excitement. Embark on an unforgettable journey across the continental United States with the fully revised and updated second edition of the Smart RV Travel Guide. This comprehensive guide is the result of three years of meticulous research and countless adventures, designed to make your RV travels smoother, more enjoyable, and packed with memorable experiences.

"Your no-fluff, all-facts guide to RVing all 48 states!"

In this fully revised and updated Second Edition, I’ve compiled everything we learned from three extensive cross-country RV trips into one easy-to-use reference book. We visited every single one of the lower 48 states—multiple times—and now we’re sharing insider knowledge you won’t find in other generic travel guides.

"One book. All 48 states. Endless adventure."

This book was created for travelers like us, by travelers like us—people who want real information without the fluff or filler. No personal essays or drawn-out travel stories here—just the facts, contact info, travel routes, park details, and must-see attractions, all neatly organized by state.

"Ditch the guesswork—hit the road with a trusted travel companion."

🚐 What You’ll Discover in This Book:
✔️ 48 Detailed State Chapters – One for each continental U.S. state, with travel routes, suggested stops, and park details.
✔️ RV Parks & Amenities – Personally recommended parks in each state, including:
• Full hookups & dump stations
• Pet-friendly options
• Pull-through & back-in sites
• Wi-Fi availability
• Cost estimates & what you get for the price
✔️ State & National Parks Directory – With up-to-date addresses, contact info, and must-know details for every park worth visiting.
✔️ Suggested Travel Routes – Strategically mapped routes to hit top attractions in each state while minimizing backtracking or wasted gas.
✔️ Must-See Attractions in Each State – Highlights of iconic landmarks, hidden gems, local food spots, scenic drives, and historical sites.
✔️ No Fluff, Just Facts – Clear and concise information from someone who’s actually been there, stayed there, and tried it out.
✔️ Planning Made Easy – Ideal whether you’re planning your trip months in advance or making decisions from the road.

Why This Guide is a Road-Tripper’s Dream:
✅ Written from firsthand experience across all 48 states
✅ Covers both the planning stage and on-the-road decision-making
✅ Saves hours of online research with everything in one place
✅ Perfect for Class A, Class B, trailers, fifth wheels, and vanlifers alike
✅ A must-have companion for both short getaways and long-haul RV expeditions

"Everything you need to explore America—no internet required!"

🌄 Hit the Road With Confidence, Clarity & Curiosity
Whether you're mapping out a 3-week summer road trip or gearing up for a year-long RV tour, this guide takes the guesswork out of travel and turns it into a streamlined, enjoyable experience. You’ll save time, avoid common mistakes, and discover the absolute best America has to offer—all from the comfort of your RV.

🏕️ Because life’s too short for boring roads and bad campsites

I spent months revising and editing my first edition of this book. I found that most of the comments said that the first edition was not detailed enough and didn't contain enough information for it to be a helpful guide. After reviewing the first edition, I could say that I agreed with those criticisms. So, I went back and added more maps and contact information for each place that I talked about in the book. I also made it more obvious that I was merely suggesting a specific route one could take to see the most they could in each state. These routes I have personally traveled myself, or I would not have suggested that you go that way. I hope this revised second edition, with more than 200 pages of new information, meets your needs as you travel across this great nation. Thank you for your interest in my writing efforts.Happy RV-ing!