Stay safe and legal in your RV with tips on common road rules. I cover walking in a motorhome, car seat use, drinking laws, and what to know before you drive.
Living in an RV sounds like a great adventure. However, there are a lot of federal, state, city, and county laws that can affect where you live. So today, we’ll explore: can you live in an RV on your own private property? Living in an RV on private property for an extended period is frequently … Read more
RVs often weigh a lot, and some are almost as long as big rig trucks. And on the road, we see those weigh stations everywhere, but do 5th wheel campers have to stop at weigh stations? As a general rule, most RVs, including fifth wheel campers, do not have to stop at weigh stations unless … Read more
RVs are vehicles, but they’re also very different than cars, especially motorhomes where you can ride in the back while someone drives. But can you have open alcohol in an RV? In all states, the driver cannot have open alcohol in an RV motorhome. But some states allow others to drink if they are in … Read more
RVers often drive cross country to their next destination. But if you can’t find a campground along the way, or just want to save money, can you sleep in a tow camper at a reststop? When deciding to sleep in a towed camper at a reststop, generally, camping is not permitted, but simply sleeping in … Read more
Lots of people love Airstream trailers, those iconic, silver, retro-looking RVs. And many older or artistic folks love to travel extensively in them. But can you live in an Airstream camper legally? As a general rule, it is legal to live in an Airstream camper. However, certain state and county laws may prevent or restrict … Read more
Lots of people live and travel in RVs. But if you’re considering expanding your family, you may have wondered can you adopt children if you live in an RV? I did some research, and here’s what I found out: As a general rule, it is unlikely that one would be disqualified from adopting a child … Read more
Many campgrounds permit alcohol, at least inside your RV. And with nowhere to go, some people drink a lot in and around their RV when it’s parked. But can you get a DUI sleeping in an RV? Here’s what I found out: An intoxicated RV owner can be charged with a DUI/DWI if the RV … Read more
Even if you’ve never been to the Big Apple, you know that traffic is a nightmare in NYC. Still, New York City is a destination, even for RV’ers. But can you park an RV in New York City? Here’s what I know from driving in NYC many times: You can park an RV on the … Read more
Traveling in an RV is a great way to see the country. Unfortunately, you are likely to find many toll roads on your route, and sometimes the toll booths have low clearance. This has some people wondering, are RVs allowed on toll roads? Here’s what I’ve learned from traveling the country in my RV: Most … Read more
It is common for families with kids to live in an RV. But laws can vary from state to state, especially if you are separated or going through a divorce. If you’re in the Pacific Northwest, you may have wondered, is it legal to live in an RV with a child in Washington State? Here’s … Read more