# RV LIFE - RV GPS & Campgrounds — Campground Locator & RV GPS

> RV GPS navigation and campground locator for RVers, with offline maps and community tips. (iPhone/iPad app by Social Knowledge, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rv-life-rv-gps-and-campgrounds/id1275803975 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Social Knowledge, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/404713196)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 41,119 App Store ratings · 594 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 247 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-09-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rv-life-rv-gps-and-campgrounds/id1275803975/reviews.md

## What is RV LIFE?

RV LIFE is the app where wanderlust and wisdom intersect. It's a place to share experiences and inspire confidence to conquer the adventure ahead.

Trusted by millions of RVers, RV LIFE helps you locate the perfect campgrounds, navigate your RV safely, and journey with confidence. Install our free app today to elevate your RV adventures and join our thriving community of trusted RVers.

• Crafted by RVers, for RVers: As RVers, we've experienced the limitations of car-based GPS apps and the frustration of needing an app to work when you are offline.

Designed specifically for RVers (sorry, tent campers), we've developed an RV-specific platform for researching, trip planning, navigation, maintenance tracking, and more. The most important features of our app, our campground directory, and map plus the GPS’ turn-by-turn directions function offline in remote locations with no internet.

• Customized RV Safe GPS: Our navigation, customized for your RV's height, length, and weight, ensures you avoid low clearances, hazardous mountain passes, and inappropriate guidance that comes from using car-based GPS services. Enjoy turn-by-turn, offline directions, voice navigation, lane guidance, and real-time traffic alerts.

• The Unrivaled Authority in RV Park Directories: For decades, we have been the go-to directory for RVers. Explore every RV campground, RV park, and RV resort, easily accessible through our intuitive map-based interface. With over ten million data points derived from firsthand insights from fellow RV travelers, we provide you with the highest quality data to ensure you are informed during your travels.

Our specialized RV park database offers in-depth information relevant to RVers, such as campground amenities, internet speeds for gauging cellular coverage, feedback on sewer and water connections, lot spacing, tow vehicle parking, etc.

Confidently navigate knowing you have access to world-class data crowdsourced by verified RVers. Gain insights, such as things to do, places to eat, and other advice, from fellow RVers who've journeyed there before you.

Our RV-focused filters simplify the process of finding well-rated, popular RV campgrounds. You can search by type (National Parks, KOAs, BLM, etc.) and RV discount (Good Sam, Passport America, AAA).

• Insider RV Tips from Fellow RVers: Take advantage of tips covering topics like RV area attractions, top dining options, and more, accessible from any RV campground's detail page.

• Pro members have access to our celebrated trip planner, RV LIFE Trip Wizard. Plan your itinerary, and then easily access your trips from our app, ensuring safe navigation to your next destination. The trip planner operates in a browser, laptop, tablet, or phone.

• Save More with RV LIFE Pro: Turn your phone into a reliable, RV-safe GPS and save money by upgrading instead of purchasing an expensive RV GPS device, complete with offline, turn-by-turn navigation.

• Browse Thousands of Articles: Articles covering topics such as RV destinations, RV DIY projects, product reviews, and more.

We're fortunate to boast over 20,000 five-star reviews from satisfied RVers who trust RV LIFE to guide their journeys. 'We use this app for everything! Love the reviews and the opportunity to learn from other campers. We've not been disappointed when finding campsites on the road. Easy to use.' - Teachr1990

Our biggest achievement isn't that major media outlets like the Washington Post, BBC, Forbes, and USA Today have sung our praises. Our real badge of honor comes from the feedback of our fellow RVers. RV LIFE is frequently featured on RV blogs and YouTube channels. The respect and trust we've earned from the RV community and the media alike—that's our north star. Let's hit the road together.

We love feedback and suggestions (please don’t be shy): Email support@rvlife.com

Privacy Policy: https://rvlife.com/privacy-statement/
Terms of Service: https://rvlife.com/terms-of-service/

## Key features

- RV-specific GPS navigation
- Offline turn-by-turn directions
- Customized routing for RV dimensions
- Extensive RV campground directory
- RVer-sourced campground data
- Trip planning tools
- Community tips and insights

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Plan | $65.00 | per year |
| Monthly Plan | $19.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #8 in Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

## What do users think of RV LIFE?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great trip planning tool
- 🌟 Excellent campground reviews
- 👍 RV-specific features like height/weight settings
- 💯 Must-have app for RV travelers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy GPS with inaccurate directions
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive user interface
- ⚠️ Unreliable route planning, often sends RVs down unsafe roads
- 💰 Expensive subscription for limited functionality

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently, especially when using CarPlay
- GPS loses location and fails to re-route properly
- Campground information is often outdated or incorrect
- Difficulty adding/editing stops on planned trips

**Most requested features**

- Add live traffic and hazard alerts
- Improve GPS accuracy and voice navigation
- Integrate with more mapping services like Google Maps
- Allow editing of trips on mobile app, not just website

## Recent user reviews (10 of 594)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rv-life-rv-gps-and-campgrounds/id1275803975/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Very difficult!

*2026-08-24, version 5.1.4*

Not easy to use.

### 1/5 — Not user friendly.

*2026-08-23, version 5.1.4*

Too difficult to use.  Not user friendly.

### 2/5 — Trip Wizard

*2026-08-23, version 5.1.4*

I used to love this app. Now you have made so many changes, Tip Wizard is impossible to find. Without that feature Iwill most likely not renew. This app is average at best without Trip Wizard.

### 1/5 — Cheated me out of 4 free trial days

*2026-08-21, version 5.1.4*

I ordered on 8/17/26 a 7 day free trial but they charged my account on 8/20! It wasn’t supposed to be charged until 8/24! They cheat and rip you off out of 4 days on the free offer.  Don’t buy unless you decided to pay for it already.

### 1/5 — App

*2026-08-20, version 5.1.4*

Can’t get help

### 1/5 — App not ready for prime PAID use

*2026-08-20, version 5.1.4*

This app would be ok back in 2000s, but 25 years later one would expect more, especially for paid service. Here is a list of features all other FREE GPS apps have.
Live traffic data updates with option to seek alternative routes.
Option to seek POI while road guidance is active.
While in active GPS route, no option to zoom in or out (other than pinch) or set zoom, no potion to rotate map north or drive north. 
Route feedback is limited to only few obstacles.
Once route is active, no option to switch to other menus.
Creating trips requires separate web based site and is counter intuitive it makes you wanna cry. Once you create trips, editing starting point or adding POI isn’t available. 
Mobile internet site will not access GPS to select starting point for the trip.
The list of missing basic GPS navigation tools is so long that they should pay me to use it instead. 
So safe your money and find something else. 
To the developers, I have low expectations of you reading it and implementing the missing features as it would require you to rewrite this app from the beginning. Instead you pray on suckers like me to subscribe (for a one month).

### 1/5 — Joydan

*2026-08-19, version 5.1.4*

Very difficult to navigate this app.

### 2/5 — Lower your expectations w/this app.

*2026-08-19, version 5.1.4*

Your app is clunky and out of date info.  I have driven to selected locations just find route with extremely difficult obstacles to navigate and not up to date info. Parks are not as advertised on this app. They are also not updated.

### 1/5 — Worst upgrade!

*2026-08-17, version 5.1.4*

They should’ve left well enough alone. The new upgrade is very frustrating.  After nine emails back-and-forth with tech-support, I still can’t access my map through the app

### 5/5 — Travel Information

*2026-08-17, version 5.1.4*

We enjoy using RV Life/Trip Wizard.   I shows us RV Friendly routes.  You can send information to them about the route.  It factors in the height and length of your rig.  You can also choose other options to use or avoid.  The Reviews have greatly helped to choose campgrounds or areas.  It’s easy to use, on the most part.  They are always improving.

## Frequently asked questions about RV LIFE

### What does the RV LIFE app do?

The RV LIFE app provides RV-specific GPS navigation and a comprehensive directory of campgrounds. It helps users locate suitable campsites, navigate safely with turn-by-turn directions tailored to their RV's dimensions, and access insights from a community of fellow RVers. The app is designed to work offline in remote locations.

### How does the RV-specific GPS work?

The GPS navigation is customized for your RV's height, length, and weight, ensuring you avoid low clearances, hazardous mountain passes, and inappropriate routes that car-based GPS apps might suggest. It offers offline turn-by-turn directions, voice navigation, lane guidance, and real-time traffic alerts.

### Is the RV LIFE app free to use?

The app offers a free version with core features like campground location and basic GPS navigation. However, advanced features such as the celebrated trip planner and enhanced offline capabilities are available through an RV LIFE Pro subscription, allowing users to save money compared to purchasing dedicated RV GPS devices.

### What kind of information is available for campgrounds?

The campground directory provides in-depth information relevant to RVers, including amenities, internet speeds, feedback on sewer and water connections, lot spacing, and tow vehicle parking. This data is crowdsourced by verified RVers, offering firsthand insights to help users make informed decisions.

### Can I use the app without an internet connection?

Yes, a key feature of the app is its offline functionality. The campground directory and the GPS's turn-by-turn directions are designed to work in remote locations with no internet access, ensuring you can navigate and find campsites even when you're off the grid.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.1.4 — 2026-08-07

+ Added the ability to create new trips directly from the app.
+ Manage trip details and stops from the updated Trips tab.
+ Navigate to any trip stop with a single tap.
+ Access trip tools and settings without leaving the app.
+ GPS search now includes a one-tap Home option to quickly navigate home.
+ Improved app stability during long navigation sessions.
+ Additional fixes, UI improvements, and enhanced app stability and performance.

### 5.1.3 — 2026-06-17

+ Added the ability to skip an upcoming waypoint during navigation.
+ Refined the Campgrounds 1–3 Hours Away section to surface more relevant nearby results.
+ Improved route recalculation for clearer first-turn guidance after a reroute.
+ Additional fixes, UI improvements, and enhanced app stability and performance.

### 5.1.2 — 2026-05-13

+ Added the RV LIFE Answer Bot to the More tab for quicker in-app help.
+ Trip navigation now uses the RV assigned to the trip, keeping route guidance aligned with each planned journey.
+ Voice navigation now includes lane guidance for clearer turn-by-turn instructions.
+ Voice navigation controls are now simplified into a single setting.
+ Additional fixes, UI improvements, and enhanced app stability and performance.

### 5.1.1 — 2026-04-20

+ Improved search accuracy for location-based results across supported regions.

### 5.1.0 — 2026-04-17

+ Added offline indicators across the app for clear visibility into connectivity status.
+ Enabled a new audio tone and voice prompt when the route recalculates during navigation.
+ Selecting a city from search now displays campground pins on the Map automatically.
+ Route preferences updated on the vehicle dash now trigger an immediate route recalculation.
+ Additional fixes, UI improvements, and enhanced app stability and performance.

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