396. Is it OK to Book Campsites You Don't Plan To Use?
In episode 396 of the RV Miles Podcast, Jason and Abby discuss the contentious issue of reserving multiple dates at campsites and the implications of no-shows and cancellations while looking at camping trends from @Thedyrt 's 2026 Camping Report, shedding light on the state of camping post-pandemic.
The Dyrt's 2026 Camping Report: https://thedyrt.com/press/camping-report/_____
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Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE
00:00 Introduction05:02 Camping Trends and Statistics08:13 Sponsorship Messages11:57 Booking Campsites: Challenges and Etiquette21:59 First Come, First Serve Campsite Dilemma27:09 Camping Reservations Trends28:36 Family Commitments and Local Camping29:32 No-Show and Cancellation Rates33:23 Impact of Weather on Camping Plans35:12 Eddie Bauer and Retail Challenges40:10 Truck Stops and RV Travel42:27 Amtrak Adventures47:24 Book Recommendation and Wrap-Up
The Dyrt's 2026 Camping Report: https://thedyrt.com/press/camping-report/_____
*Support independent RV journalism and unlock great perks by becoming a Mile Marker 👉 https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers
*Get your FREE weekly Road Signs Newsletter at https://rvmiles.com/mailinglist/
Support our Sponsors:
*Check out all Blue Ox has to offer at https://BlueOx.com*Get a free quote for an extended warranty on your RV at https://wholesalewarranties.com*Find all the RV parts and gear you need at etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001*Find Liquified at https://liquifiedrv.com/
Track SSTK_MUSIC_ID 437726– Monetization ID MONETIZATION_ID AMXDXB4BX5FLHUYE
00:00 Introduction05:02 Camping Trends and Statistics08:13 Sponsorship Messages11:57 Booking Campsites: Challenges and Etiquette21:59 First Come, First Serve Campsite Dilemma27:09 Camping Reservations Trends28:36 Family Commitments and Local Camping29:32 No-Show and Cancellation Rates33:23 Impact of Weather on Camping Plans35:12 Eddie Bauer and Retail Challenges40:10 Truck Stops and RV Travel42:27 Amtrak Adventures47:24 Book Recommendation and Wrap-Up