Best Apps for RV Overnight Parking and Travel in the U.S.

Planning an RV road trip takes more than just choosing your route. One of the most important questions is: Where will you park overnight?

🔗 If you’re specifically looking for free overnight RV parking spots, check out our guide: 6 Best Free Overnight Parking Spots for RVs in the U.S.

But today, we’re focusing on the digital tools that make life on the road easier. From finding free parking and dump stations to booking scenic campgrounds, these RV travel apps will help you save time, stay safe, and enjoy the journey.

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1. iOverlander & Campendium - These two apps are staples in the vanlife and RV community.

   
   

   

   iOverlander 2

   📱 iOverlander 2: Best for finding free boondocking sites, water fill-up points, dump stations, laundromats, and more. Strongly recommend!

   
   

   

   Campendium - RV & Tent Camping

   📱 Campendium: Similar to iOverlander, but with more emphasis on reviews and campground ratings.

   
   

   Why use them: They put essential RV services right on the map, making it easy to plan your stops.

2. Truck Stop Apps (Love's & Pilot Flying J) - Truck stops are some of the most practical places for overnight parking, and their apps make them even more useful.

   
   

   

   

   
   

   📱 Love’s Connect App is our top pick:

   • Find truck stops nationwide

   • Check RV parking and hookup availability

   • Reserve RV spots with water, electricity, and dump stations

   • Access showers and laundry

   • See real-time shower wait times

     
     

   📱 Pilot Flying J App: Similar features, also widely available across the U.S.

   
   

   Why use them: Perfect for long drives when you need reliable services and a safe overnight spot.

3. Hipcamp, Recreation.gov & RV Life - When you want something beyond free parking lots, these apps are your go-to:

   
   

   🔗 Hipcamp: Like Airbnb for camping—book unique private sites, farms, and glamping options.

   
   

   🔗 Recreation.gov: The official app for reserving U.S. national park, state park, and BLM campgrounds.

   
   

   🔗 RV Life: Excellent for campground reviews and planning your RV routes.

   
   

   

   Hipcamp

   

   Recreation.gov

   

   RV Life

   Why use them: Great for securing scenic campsites with amenities.

4. Harvest Hosts - If you want unique and memorable overnight stays, this membership-based app is worth it.

   
   

   • $99/year membership gives you unlimited overnight stays at farms, wineries, breweries, and attractions nationwide.

   • Hosts encourage you to support them by purchasing products like fresh eggs, local wine, or handmade goods.

   • Stays are usually scenic, peaceful, and more unique than traditional campgrounds.

     

   Why use it: Safe, charming, and helps support local businesses.

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Pro Tip: Always Have a Backup Plan

Even with these apps, things don’t always go as planned. We once drove hours to a spot we found online, only to realize overnight parking wasn’t actually allowed. With no backup, we had to drive another hour to a highway rest stop—exhausted and frustrated. So always have at least two potential overnight options lined up for each night.

Final Thoughts

These apps make RV life so much easier—whether you’re searching for free overnight parking, reserving a campground, or just looking for the nearest dump station.

👉 Want to know where exactly you can stay for free overnight in the U.S.? Don’t miss our other guide: 6 Best Free Overnight Parking Spots for RVs in the U.S.