What Does Full Hookup Mean at an RV Park?

What Is a Full Hookup and What Does It Include?

Simply put, full hookup sites have everything you need to get the most out of your RV and are readily available. Some of the most common amenities that you will be able to use while staying at a campground or RV park with full hookups available include:

• Electricity
• Water
• Sewer
• Propane

While full hookup sites are common at many standard and high-end campgrounds, RV parks, and resorts, they can still be challenging to find in state and national parks and other primitive areas. Simple areas that are preferred by hikers and bikers generally have smaller spaces that are designed to accommodate tents instead of RVs, which frequently offer fewer amenities. Other primitive camping areas may offer a limited number of large spaces for RVs without the extra expense of setting up full hookups. Carefully considering what you want your camping trip to look like is an important step in finding a campground or RV park that offers the hookups you expect and the right amenities to support your overall camping experience.

Cost of a Full Hookup

Full hookups naturally cost more than tent camping or RV camping without electricity and other amenities to offset the cost of operating this type of campground. Depending on where you are camping, you can typically expect to spend between $65 and $150 per night when camping with a full hookup. With similar prices to motels and even lower-end hotel nightly rates, this type of camping is much more about your overall experience than saving money. Tent camping, in contrast, can be extremely inexpensive or even free in certain state and national parks because the costs associated with running the space are minimal.

Pros and Cons of Full RV Hookups

While full RV hookups generally provide the most comfortable camping experience, they are not the right fit for every camping trip. This means that carefully considering what you want your trip to look like can be important in determining whether the extra cost of a full hookup makes sense for you. Some of the main pros and cons of full RV hookups to be aware of include:

• Access to full power, which can make life easier during longer trips
• No need to bring a generator to handle more essential types of power on your own
• Significantly higher costs per night than sites with partial or no hookups
• More crowded campsites because hookups require more space and often must be shared

Difference Between Full and Partial Hookups

Some campers prefer sites that fall somewhere between full hookups and no amenities to handle essential needs more easily without spending more on extras they do not need. Partial hookups offer certain services, such as water and electricity, while avoiding others to help keep costs down and create a more primitive camping experience.

Finding the Best RV Site for Your Adventure

Finding just the right place to stop is a must when planning a memorable camping trip, and Munds Park RV Resort is a top choice among visitors to the Munds Park, AZ, area. We offer a wide range of amenities that can take your Arizona camping experience to the next level, such as a large heated pool and spa, two dog parks, a fitness center, and a recreation hall and rec hall bar. Our convenient location offers direct access to Coconino National Forest and over 100 miles of hiking and biking trails, and our knowledgeable staff frequently plans a variety of events and excursions in and around our grounds to introduce guests to the best that Arizona nature has to offer.

We also offer long-term hookups, making us a top choice among residents looking to spend an entire winter (or longer!) enjoying the Munds Park area. Contact us today to learn more about the different types of campsites we offer and book your reservation!

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