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Campground clubs & memberships are a great way to get discounts on camping and other perks. But before you decide on a membership or club there are some things you need to think about.
1. Read the fine print
All clubs and camping memberships have fine print. The things you might find in the details are the usage rules. Things like how many days in a row can you camp at a particular campground, so be sure to read all the fine print before committing to a membership.
All clubs and camping memberships have fine print. The things you might find in the details are the usage rules. Things like how many days in a row can you camp at a particular campground, so be sure to read all the fine print before committing to a membership.
2. Multiple Memberships
2. Multiple Memberships
Consider buying multiple camping clubs or memberships because each one fills a certain niche or purpose. Think about the way you camp and what you want out of the membership. All memberships will have an area or region they cover and you may have to have multiple memberships to cover your type of camping and area. For example, we belong to Thousand Trails and we love it. They have resorts on the coasts of the US but only a few in the central and none in the upper states so we are also members of Harvest Host & Boondocker's Welcome. This fills in the areas that Thousand Trails miss. We are also Good Sam members for the camping discounts at other campgrounds across America.
3. Price & Contract
3. Price & Contract
You will find the price for memberships will vary widely, some may be worth it for you and some may not be. Some are a one-time membership fee, while others monthly or yearly. Another thing you will need to understand are the contracts you are signing up for. Like price, contracts can be yearlong or month-to-month, be sure you know before you sign the dotted line.
4. Do the Math
4. Do the Math
This goes with Price & Contract. Sit down and do the math to see if the use of the membership and the savings you will receive will make the cost of the membership worth the money. The more you use the membership the more value you get from that membership, I know that sounds like a DUH... moment but you might be surprised how many people waste their hard-earned money in this way.
The difference between a club and a camping membership
An RV club is a membership that gives you exclusive access to campgrounds and resorts as well as organized meetups, rallies, and specially organized RV trips. Some clubs cater to certain group types like 55 and older or certain brand-type RVs. These clubs also offer other exclusive benefits like discounts on RV insurance etc. Listed below are the most popular RV Clubs.
A Camping Membership allows RVers to camp at particular campgrounds and/or resorts for free or at a large discount. You will also get discounts on services, RV parts, etc. Listed below are the most popular camping memberships.
RV Owners Clubs & Groups
The following list are clubs for specific RV types or manufacturers.
F.R.O.G.- Forest River Owners Group
Newell Coach Owners Association
North American Truck Camper Owners Association
SMART RV Club – Retired and active military RV camping and travel club
Suites Owners International Travel Club
Tin Can Tourists – Vintage RV campers and trailers
WIT RV Club – Winnebago and Itasca RV camping club.
Special Intrest and Social Clubs
The following clubs focus on special interests & lifestyles.
Campers for Christ - Food & fellowship with other believers, witnessing together. Non-denominational.
Camping Singles – Camping Singles is a group of Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, and photography.
Campers On Mission – A national fellowship of Christian campers who Camp with a mission serving as they camp together.
Circle City Campers – This is a southern California private membership club established in 1971.
Color Country Ramblers – A Social RV Club covering the areas around St. George, Utah. They are located close to the beautiful color country of Zions National Park, Bryce Canyon, and Lake Powell.
Comfort Camping Club - We want, we need, we LIKE electricity. This group is for the tent camper who wants a fan/heater and for the luxury RV owner.
Escapees RV Club - The nation's most popular RV Club. Escapees offers community get-togethers, mail forwarding, RV education, and much, much more!
Explorer RV Club – Explorer RV Club is the largest national Canadian RV club serving ALL RVer's.
Family Campers and RVer's – Family Campers & RVer's was founded July 4, 1949 to encourage the people of North America and elsewhere to participate in recreational activities which protect, conserve, and defend the natural resources set aside by the Government of the United States, or any other government, for the purpose of conserving the scenery and wildlife unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.
Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) – Since 1963 FMCA has issued more than 500,000 memberships to families who look to the association as their source of information about all facets of RV ownership and travel. They welcome owners of all self-contained RVs. There are over 400 chapters of FMCA.
Florida Pot Luck Campers – We are a group that enjoy getting together to have fun and camp. Some of our activities include biking, hiking the trails, kayaking, fishing, and just enjoying the outdoors. Friday night, we meet and greet with coffee and dessert around a warm campfire. On Saturday night, we come together to share a Pot Luck dinner and enjoy time around the campfire.
Diesel RV Club - The purpose of the Diesel RV Club is to serve all FMCA RV Club members with an interest in diesel-powered RVs – in how to maintain them, how to get maximum performance, and how to keep repair costs to a minimum.
Fulltime Families - Fulltime Families strives to provide education for these families as they jump into the world of RVing. We also provide opportunities for families on the road to make deep and meaningful connections. This is all done through incredibly active members-only Facebook groups, events of all kinds, clubs for the kids, and smaller, more specialized communities called “branches”.
Good Sam RV Club – Since 1966, Good Sam has delivered dependable services and big savings for millions of RVer's. Today, Good Sam continues to provide a range of services and discounts to help RVer's enjoy their time on the road and focus on the fun!
Handicapped Travel Club – The Handicapped Travel Club, Inc. was formed in 1973 to encourage traveling for people with a wide range of disabilities. The HTC encourages people with disabilities and their families to travel, meet, and share information on making recreational vehicles accessible for the disabled. “Fun and Fellowship” is our motto.
International Camper Club, The International Camper Club, also known as the ICC, is a camping club that welcomes all brands and types of RVs- from motorhomes to tents. Our club’s focus is on family camping and socializing with fellow campers and RVer's.
Loners on Wheels, Inc. – Loners on Wheels is an RV Club of legally single men and women who enjoy traveling, camping, RV caravanning, and the lifestyle of singles. We are NOT a match-making or dating service. Companionship and support is what we're all about.
Lone Star Scouts – The Lone Star Scouts RV Club is a group of RV owners who have joined together for local camping events, sharing travel stories and camping site information, RV experiences, and general fellowship. The group was founded in October 2000. They do monthly camping trips.
Los Viajaros RV Club – A California-based club with monthly outings, the club stands as a separate non-profit social organization dedicated to friendship, fellowship and the enrichment of the camping and RVing experience. We welcome all RV types.
Maryland Star Crabbers RV Club – Our Club is here to provide fellow RVer's an opportunity to join a club that visits various campgrounds throughout Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Most of our members are retired or near retirement age. The primary purpose of this Camping Club is simple. To meet old friends, make new friends, and get the most use of our RV units as possible, without having to travel too far from home.
Mavericks RV Club - The Mavericks are a club for all RV owners and enthusiasts primarily from California’s central valley. From Bakersfield to Sacramento and beyond, all RV owners are welcome! The Mavericks will hold several outings per year with members volunteering to coordinate the event.
National African-American RVer's Association – We are a group of families and individuals that enjoy travel, fun, food, and the RVing lifestyle. Our organization offers this experience in a clean & safe environment where we meet new RV enthusiasts like yourselves and build life-long lasting friendships.
National Square Dance Campers – The NSDCA brings together people like yourselves who enjoy Square and Round Dancing, the outdoors, being with friends, and of course, traveling. If you have a home on wheels or even just a tent, the NSDCA is a ready-made group of friends waiting to greet you and dance with you one weekend a month throughout the year.
National United Methodist Campers – Christian camping club providing family support, friendship, and numerous RV camping opportunities.
North American Family Campers Association – Would you like to meet other campers and make new friends? Do you want to travel and explore new places? Then, The North American Family Campers Association, Inc. (NAFCA) is for you. Since 1957, NAFCA has brought people together, from all over New England and beyond, in the fun and fellowship of family camping.
Pacific Trailer Club – In 1941, an RV club named the "Pacific Trailer Club" was formed in Pomona, CA. Back then there were only trailers, thus the name "Pacific Trailer Club". Now we have all kinds of rigs, ranging from travel trailers and 5th wheels to class C, class B, and class A motor homes. Our RV club is more than an assembly of rigs; we are an assembly of fun loving people who love our monthly outings, our rigs, and each other. Our club is mainly comprised of active, fun loving retired individuals who love to camp, BBQ, and enjoy fun activities. There are normally no children at our outings, but occasionally a member will bring a child or grandchild.
RV Radio Network - The RV Radio Network (RVRN) is an ARRL-affiliated association of Amateur Radio Operators who share an interest in Recreational Vehicles. Here you will find information about rallies, hamfests, radio nets, and other activities of interest to the members of our club.
RVing Women - Mission: to provide women RVer's with a supportive network and the opportunity to enjoy the RVing lifestyle in a safe and knowledgeable manner regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or financial status.
S.M.A.R.T. RV Club – Retired and active military RV camping and travel club (Special Military Active Recreational Travelers)
Travel Trailer Club of the Midwest - Travel Trailer Club of the Midwest is a membership organization. We are a club organized for the pleasure, recreation, and fellowship associated with family RV camping.
Traveling Supremes - Traveling Supremes is an independent, non-profit RV destination club. The club is open to all conventional, self-contained recreation vehicles. We go places and do things throughout the U.S. but primarily in the Southwest/ Southeast US.
Xscapers - Xscapers is a community within Escapees RV Club created for working-aged RVers.
Camping Memberships
The following are memberships that offer discount camping or exclusive RV resort memberships.
Boondockers Welcome - Free overnight RV parking on private property, make new friends and sleep soundly. Offering over 3390+ host locations worldwide. Locals invite travelers to spend the night, share their stories, and save their money for a real adventure.
Good Sam Club - Good Sam RV Parks connects our customers with partnered campgrounds to support the RV and outdoor enthusiast community. Good Sam members receive an exclusive discount whenever they stay at one of our locations. With thousands of park and campground locations across the country, our members can always find convenience and comfort wherever they adventure.
Harvest Host - Is a network of wineries, breweries, distilleries, farms, and attractions that invite RVers to stay in 4637+ stunning camping sites. The $99 yearly membership gives members unlimited access to stay overnight at any one of our Host‘s locations. We kindly ask our members to support their Hosts by purchasing one of their local products with each stay!
Passport America - Since 1992, Passport America is the Original 50% Discount Camping Club. Presently offering over 1,100+ locations for members to save 50% off the nightly rate while camping in the US, Canada, and Mexico for only $44 a year. NOTE: All of the campgrounds have restrictions that vary widely from campground to campground. You can go to their website before you become a member, do a search, click on any of the campgrounds and it will list any restrictions so you can decide for yourself if this membership will work for you.
Thousand Trails - Five US Regions With Over 200 RV Resorts & Campgrounds.
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