12 Things You Should Never Do While Staying in a Luxury RV Resort

RV owners, van lifers, and campers visiting luxury RV resorts tend to pick these destinations for their travels because they provide scenic experiences with ample amenities. Visitors expect to have a peaceful, seamless experience at the resort. In turn, RV resorts try to maintain a harmonious, enjoyable environment for their guests. 

If you plan to stay at a luxury RV resort, here are some guidelines you’ll want to follow to ensure you (and the campers around you) have a pleasant stay.

1. Disregard Resort Rules

Every luxury RV resort has rules and expectations for its guests to follow to ensure everyone is safe and comfortable. Ignoring and breaking these rules can disrupt other guests, and the resort may issue you a fine or evict you from the premises.

2. Disrespect Quiet Hours

Once quiet hours hit (usually around 8:00 pm), it’s time to put away the loud noises and respect the peace of others. Turn off the music and tone down the volume of your conversations so you don’t disturb other guests trying to unwind or sleep.

3. Litter Your Campsite with Trash

Trash can attract wildlife. Plus, it’s gross to look at and affects the overall appearance of the resort. One of the convenient aspects of staying at an RV resort is having designated bins to dispose of your trash within walking distance. Keep the resort (and your campsite) clean and safe by throwing your garbage away properly.

4. Ignore Pet Rules

The RV resort likely has specific pet policies for guests around leashing their animals and cleaning up after them. If you break these rules, other guests will likely complain. Protect your pets (and other people) by following the resort policies.

5. Hog Shared Amenities

Many luxury resorts provide facilities for guests to use, such as washing machines, restrooms, showers, or swimming pools. While most guests will take advantage of these amenities, it’s important to show awareness of others and avoid using them for extended periods (or after hours). 

6. Park Improperly

RV resorts have designated places where you can park at your campsite. If you park outside of your assigned space or infringe on your neighbor’s site, this can cause your neighbors to feel frustrated and potentially have difficulty parking their RV or vehicle. 

7. Leave Fires Unattended

Whether you’re camping in an RV resort or dispersed camping in the wilderness, you should never leave a campfire unattended. This is a major safety hazard. Always ensure your fire is completely out before leaving your site or going to bed.

8. Invite Unregistered Guests

Some RV resorts don’t allow guests to visit. If your resort allows guests, make sure you register them with the resort and know the rules. Inviting people to your campsite can lead to overcrowding and possible security threats. All guests who visit the resort should know (and agree to) follow the visitor policies.

9. Leave Children Unsupervised

Letting your children roam around the resort without supervision is unsafe and can disrupt other guests. Ensure your children know they need to have an adult chaperone when they leave the campsite.

10. Speed in the Resort

Most RV resorts post signs specifying the speed limit. Disregarding the speed limit and driving too fast can put other guests (especially children and pets) in danger. Although you may need to drive slower than you prefer, this helps prevent accidents from happening.

11. Leave Bright Lights On All Night

Bright exterior lights help you locate your gear and watch your step in the dark, but there is no need to leave them on overnight. The bright lights can disturb your neighbors. Use soft, dimmed, or red lights instead.

12. Disrespect the Staff

Be kind to the resort staff, even if they remind you of a rule or ask you to do something differently. Their job is to keep the resort as comfortable and safe for guests as possible.