Tips for Planning a NASCAR RV Trip
03-31-2016
Are you a NASCAR fan who would like to attend a live race event? And if so, do you live a relatively long distance away from a NASCAR track? If you do, there are several ways that you can make arrangements to attend a race. But today we’re talking about how to do it via RV.
Step 1: The RV
Obviously, the first step in planning any NASCAR RV trip involves securing the use of a motor home. If you already own a motor home, you’re good to go. If you’re looking to buy a new or used motor home, you’ll want to start your shopping right away. Check out: BUY AN RV on MobileRVing.com. If you’d prefer, another option is to rent a motor home for your NASCAR trip.
Step 2: Make Your Reservations Early
Once you’ve secured an RV (already own, rent, borrow, or buy one) be sure to make your reservations well in advance of your trip. Around NASCAR season, camping and traveling by RV is pretty popular; there are a lot of other people on the road with the same idea. By making your reservations in advance, you can not only make sure that you actually get a spot, but that you have plenty of good options to choose from.
If you’re not staying at the track, there are usually local RV parks or public campgrounds around, all with varying features and costs. If you’re a member of NASCAR Campground Network you already have access to dozens of locations at or near NASCAR hotspots around the country. Check out NASCAR Campground Network and click on “View Map” to see all the locations you can stay.
The earlier you make your reservations, the better. Remember, a lot of NASCAR fans travel by RV and most of them make their reservations months ahead of time. That’s why you want to act fast, especially if you want to be able to stay at campground that is located at or near the track.
Step 3: Make a Checklist
Your next step is to make a checklist for yourself. Your checklist should include anything that you’ll want or need on your trip. Start with the basics of clothes, games, food, movies, and so forth. Be thorough to ensure you don’t leave anything important behind. Be sure to store your list in a safe, yet easy to access spot (like your fridge) so your family members can let you know anything you may have forgotten. You don’t want to make it all the way to the track only to discover you forgot to pack the toilet paper. (It happens!)
Step 4: Go Shopping
I’d also advise you to start shopping for your trip as soon as possible. Because the earlier you start, the more time you have to figure out all the things you forgot. Not to mention, if you start buying your supplies a couple months ahead of time, you’ll probably be able to find some deals here and there to save you some cash. If this is your first RV trip really take this to heart: Buying all your supplies when they’re on sale can significantly reduce your total trip cost. When you Go RV’ing you’re usually stocking up on things that regularly go on sale, or have coupons.
Step 5: Get Tickets!
In all the excitement of getting ready for the race, don’t forget to actually get your tickets for the race. Check the website for whichever track you’re going to for pricing and information on tickets. There are often different packages available so be sure to check around and even call and ask.
Step 6: RV Prep
Also, before you head to whichever NASCAR track you selected, make sure to check all the fluids in your rig. Sound advice for any trip but especially when you’re heading to a track. Because once you get into the racetrack campground or infield, you can’t just pack up and run to WallyWorld real quick for a supply run. Once you’re at the track in an RV, your pretty much there till the race is over.
If you are planning to rent, you’ll want to reserve your motor home rental for the day before you actually plan to leave. This will give you a chance to pack up all your supplies and get a feel for things before you leave. And remember to check items off your list as you load up.
Step 7: Map it Out & Load Up
As for the trip itself, know which route you plan to take. You’re less likely to get lost if you know where you’re going and how to get there ahead of time. Leave an itinerary with someone hat you know and trust before you leave. Or at least let a friend or family member know what your plan is. Make sure your roadside assistance membership is up to date, covers RV’s, and is readily accessible.
Step 8: Have Fun
Remember, if you’re camping at the track that attending a NASCAR race is one event, and camping at the track for the race is a whole other event all on its own. There’s a whole unique NASCAR campground fan culture at the track. You’ll usually find at least a few parties or tailgates put on by other fans. It’s a very friendly atmosphere. Try connecting with other RVers who are interested in NASCAR on MRVConnect. And you might even see us there. We like to take the NASCAR Campground Network RV out to a race from time to time and have a good time with everyone else at the track too.
In the end, just have fun with it and enjoy the race.
Do you have any stories of taking an RV to a race? I’d love to hear them. Share your story in the comments section below.
Step 1: The RV
Obviously, the first step in planning any NASCAR RV trip involves securing the use of a motor home. If you already own a motor home, you’re good to go. If you’re looking to buy a new or used motor home, you’ll want to start your shopping right away. Check out: BUY AN RV on MobileRVing.com. If you’d prefer, another option is to rent a motor home for your NASCAR trip.
Step 2: Make Your Reservations Early
Once you’ve secured an RV (already own, rent, borrow, or buy one) be sure to make your reservations well in advance of your trip. Around NASCAR season, camping and traveling by RV is pretty popular; there are a lot of other people on the road with the same idea. By making your reservations in advance, you can not only make sure that you actually get a spot, but that you have plenty of good options to choose from.
If you’re not staying at the track, there are usually local RV parks or public campgrounds around, all with varying features and costs. If you’re a member of NASCAR Campground Network you already have access to dozens of locations at or near NASCAR hotspots around the country. Check out NASCAR Campground Network and click on “View Map” to see all the locations you can stay.
The earlier you make your reservations, the better. Remember, a lot of NASCAR fans travel by RV and most of them make their reservations months ahead of time. That’s why you want to act fast, especially if you want to be able to stay at campground that is located at or near the track.
Step 3: Make a Checklist
Your next step is to make a checklist for yourself. Your checklist should include anything that you’ll want or need on your trip. Start with the basics of clothes, games, food, movies, and so forth. Be thorough to ensure you don’t leave anything important behind. Be sure to store your list in a safe, yet easy to access spot (like your fridge) so your family members can let you know anything you may have forgotten. You don’t want to make it all the way to the track only to discover you forgot to pack the toilet paper. (It happens!)
Step 4: Go Shopping
I’d also advise you to start shopping for your trip as soon as possible. Because the earlier you start, the more time you have to figure out all the things you forgot. Not to mention, if you start buying your supplies a couple months ahead of time, you’ll probably be able to find some deals here and there to save you some cash. If this is your first RV trip really take this to heart: Buying all your supplies when they’re on sale can significantly reduce your total trip cost. When you Go RV’ing you’re usually stocking up on things that regularly go on sale, or have coupons.
Step 5: Get Tickets!
In all the excitement of getting ready for the race, don’t forget to actually get your tickets for the race. Check the website for whichever track you’re going to for pricing and information on tickets. There are often different packages available so be sure to check around and even call and ask.
Step 6: RV Prep
Also, before you head to whichever NASCAR track you selected, make sure to check all the fluids in your rig. Sound advice for any trip but especially when you’re heading to a track. Because once you get into the racetrack campground or infield, you can’t just pack up and run to WallyWorld real quick for a supply run. Once you’re at the track in an RV, your pretty much there till the race is over.
If you are planning to rent, you’ll want to reserve your motor home rental for the day before you actually plan to leave. This will give you a chance to pack up all your supplies and get a feel for things before you leave. And remember to check items off your list as you load up.
Step 7: Map it Out & Load Up
As for the trip itself, know which route you plan to take. You’re less likely to get lost if you know where you’re going and how to get there ahead of time. Leave an itinerary with someone hat you know and trust before you leave. Or at least let a friend or family member know what your plan is. Make sure your roadside assistance membership is up to date, covers RV’s, and is readily accessible.
Step 8: Have Fun
Remember, if you’re camping at the track that attending a NASCAR race is one event, and camping at the track for the race is a whole other event all on its own. There’s a whole unique NASCAR campground fan culture at the track. You’ll usually find at least a few parties or tailgates put on by other fans. It’s a very friendly atmosphere. Try connecting with other RVers who are interested in NASCAR on MRVConnect. And you might even see us there. We like to take the NASCAR Campground Network RV out to a race from time to time and have a good time with everyone else at the track too.
In the end, just have fun with it and enjoy the race.
Do you have any stories of taking an RV to a race? I’d love to hear them. Share your story in the comments section below.
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