RV Park Amenities Checklist: What to Look For Before You Book

Booking an RV park without doing your homework is one of the most common mistakes travelers make. The listing looks fine, the price seems reasonable — and then you arrive to find the Wi-Fi is unusable, the electric service does not match your rig, or the sites are too short for your coach.

This checklist covers everything worth evaluating before you commit to a reservation. Use it for any park, anywhere.

Hookups are the foundation of any RV stay. Get these wrong and nothing else matters.

• Is there a dedicated water connection at each site?
• What is the water pressure like? (Ask — low pressure is a common complaint)
• Is the water potable (safe to drink directly)?

• Does the park offer 30-amp, 50-amp, or both?
• Is the amperage available at your specific site, not just somewhere in the park?
• Are the pedestals in good condition? (Corroded or loose pedestals are a safety hazard)

• Is there a direct sewer connection at each site, or only a dump station?
• Is the sewer connection at a convenient location relative to your rig's outlet?

Bottom line: True full hookups mean all three — water, electric, and sewer — at your site. Anything less is a partial hookup, regardless of how the park markets itself.

This matters most for larger rigs, but it is worth checking for any coach over 25 feet.

• Site length: What is the usable length? (Account for your rig plus tow vehicle if applicable)
• Site width: Is there enough room to extend slide-outs without crowding neighbors?
• Pull-through availability: Are pull-through sites available, or is it all back-in?
• Surface: Concrete, gravel, or dirt? (Concrete and packed gravel are best for leveling)
• Level: Are the pads reasonably level, or will you be fighting your leveling system?

For rigs over 35 feet, ask specifically about maximum site length. Some parks advertise "big rig friendly" but their longest sites top out at 50 feet — not enough for a 45-foot coach with a tow vehicle.

You have to get to your site before you can enjoy it.

• Are the internal roads wide enough for your rig?
• Are there any tight turns, low-hanging trees, or overhead obstacles?
• Is the entrance easy to navigate from the main road?
• Are there weight restrictions on the access road?

If you are driving a large Class A or a long fifth wheel, it is worth calling the park and describing your rig before you arrive. A good park will tell you honestly whether they can accommodate you.

Beyond just the amperage, electric service quality varies significantly between parks.

• Are the pedestals properly grounded? (Use a surge protector with a ground fault indicator)
• Is the voltage stable? (Low voltage — under 108V on a 120V system — can damage appliances)
• Does the park have a history of tripped breakers or power outages?

A quality surge protector with voltage monitoring is one of the best investments any RVer can make. It protects your rig from bad power at any park.

For remote workers and anyone who wants to stream in the evenings, connectivity is a real amenity.

• Does the park offer Wi-Fi? What are the actual speeds? (Ask for a speed test result, not just "fast")
• Does the Wi-Fi reach your specific site, or only the common areas?
• What is the cell coverage like? (Check your carrier's coverage map for the address)

Many experienced RVers supplement park Wi-Fi with a dedicated cellular hotspot or a signal booster. Do not rely solely on park Wi-Fi for work-critical tasks unless you have confirmed the speeds.

These vary widely between parks and matter more on longer stays.

• Are they clean and well-maintained?
• Are they available 24 hours?
• Are there enough for the number of sites in the park?

• Does the park have on-site laundry?
• How many machines, and what is the cost per load?
• Are the machines in good working condition? (Check recent reviews)

• Is there a pool? What are the hours?
• Are there picnic areas, fire pits, or outdoor gathering spaces?
• Is there a dog run or pet area?

If you are traveling with pets, confirm the specifics before booking.

• Are pets allowed? Are there breed or size restrictions?
• Is there a pet fee?
• Are there designated pet areas or dog runs?
• Are leash rules enforced?

A well-run park takes security seriously.

• Is there controlled gate access?
• Is the park well-lit at night?
• Is there on-site management or security?
• What do recent reviews say about safety?

The price on the listing is not always the full picture.

• What is included in the nightly/weekly/monthly rate? (Some parks charge separately for electric)
• Are there additional fees — resort fees, pet fees, slide-out fees?
• What is the cancellation policy?
• Is there a minimum stay requirement?
• Are weekly and monthly discounts available?

Before booking any park, spend 10 minutes reading recent reviews on Google, Campendium, The Dyrt, or RV Life. Look specifically for:

• Comments about electric service quality and voltage issues
• Mentions of road conditions and site accessibility for large rigs
• Feedback on Wi-Fi reliability
• Notes about cleanliness and maintenance
• How management responds to problems

Recent reviews (within the last 6 months) are more reliable than older ones — parks change ownership and management, and quality can shift quickly in either direction.

At Texas 6 RV Park in Rosharon, TX, here is how we answer the checklist:

• Full hookups: Water, 30/50-amp electric, and sewer at all 104 sites
• Big rig friendly: Pull-through sites, wide lanes, level pads — designed for large coaches
• Location: 1.3 miles west of HWY 288 on TX-6, easy approach from the highway
• Rates: $55/night, $250/week, monthly from $450
• Pets: Welcome with leash rules in place
• Security: Gated access and on-site management

Have questions about our sites before you arrive? Call 281-972-9223, view our rates, or contact us online — we are happy to answer anything on your checklist.