The Best Apps to Download Before your Next RV Trip

Smart phones have redefined RV camping. With some amazing features like GPS, weather, flashlight, camera, banking, social media, and more, you can do more with your phone these days than ever before. Out of Doors Mart, one of the top RV dealers in NC recommends the following apps you may want to download before taking an RV trip.  

GPS (Global Positioning System) for Directions. 

• Google Maps. One of the top GPS apps, google maps is just one way to get directions to any destination.  
• Waze. Another GPS app, this one offers some additional features such as traffic updates regarding slow spots, accidents, vehicles stopped on the shoulder, and emergency vehicles spotted.  

Attractions Apps. 

• Oh Ranger! Park Finder. Don’t miss a single national or state park on your journey. Using your location, this app provides you with the locations of nearby parks.  
• Roadtrippers. Also using your location, this app alerts you to all types of attractions in the vicinity.  

Fueling Up. 

• Gas Buddy. Want to save on gas? This app recommends the cheapest places to stop for gas based on recent price reports by other users.  

• Allstays Truck and Travel. When you’re driving an RV, truck stops can be easier for fueling up than standard gas stations. Find plenty of diesel fuel pumps and stations that are appropriately sized for larger vehicles.  

Weather Apps.  

• The Weather Channel App. Pulling weather info directly from The Weather Channel, this app gives accurate and up to date weather forecasts. 
• Weather Bug. This one pulls from over 2,000 live weather cameras across the nation to give you up to the minute weather information.  

RV-Specific Apps. 

• Sanidumps RV Dump Station Locator. When you need to empty your waste tanks, this app helps you find places to dump legally.  
• Walmart Parking App. Many, but not all, Walmart stores allow boondocking. This app will tell you which Walmart stores are open for RV parking overnight.  
• TV Antenna Helper. When you want to watch TV, use this app to locate broadcasting towers to point your antenna toward.  
• RV Checklist. This app allows you to make a checklist of items to remember to bring and do and makes suggestions for new RV campers. Easily share your list with others.  
• Free Zone WiFi. Find business that offer free WiFi all along your journey with this app. Reduce your cellular data usage and keep your bill lower. 

Fun Extras 

• SkyView. This one provides you with a map of the night sky. Simply hold your phone up to the sky and it shows you the location of stars, constellations, planets, moons, and more.  
• Amazon Music. Stream music for your entire road trip. Make playlists and browse stations, all without commercials if you subscribe.  
• iHeartRadio. Access any radio station from anywhere. Keep your favorite station from home playing even when you’re out of range.  

Visit Out of Doors Mart, one of the top RV Dealers in NC, to Find the Right RV for your Trip 

Downloading all the best apps for RV camping is helpful. But to be fully prepared, the most important thing you need is the right RV. Visit Out of Doors Mart, one of the leading RV dealers in NC to find a huge inventory of new and used RVs of all kinds from travel trailers to motorhomes. Call (336) 993-4518 or visit 8510 Norcross Road in Colfax, NC.