{"id":20597,"date":"2026-11-06T06:50:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T06:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/?p=20597"},"modified":"2026-11-06T06:18:30","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T06:18:30","slug":"california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\/","title":{"rendered":"California RV Rental: A National Parks Loop With Prices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><style>\n\/* \u2500\u2500 Hide Astra default post title + meta for this post \u2500\u2500 *\/\n.single-post .entry-title,.single-post .entry-meta,.single-post .ast-post-format-meta,.single-post .post-meta{display:none !important;}\n.single-post .entry-content{padding-top:0 !important;margin-top:0 !important;}\n.single-post .ast-article-single{padding-top:0 !important;}\n.ast-separate-container 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href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\/#Joona_Alla\" >Joona &amp; Alla<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\/#Contents\" >Contents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\/#AI-assisted_content_for_travel_brands\" >AI-assisted content for travel brands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\/#title\" >'+title+'<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"California_RV_Rental_A_National_Parks_Loop_With_Real_Prices\"><\/span>California RV Rental: A National Parks Loop <em>With Real Prices<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n    <p class=\"htf-hero-deck\">Yosemite granite, giant sequoias and the lowest point in North America, all within one loop from Los Angeles or San Francisco.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"htf-hero-meta\">\n      <div class=\"htf-meta-author\"><div class=\"htf-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div><div><strong>Joona &amp; Alla<\/strong>Rovaniemi, Finland<\/div><\/div>\n      <span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span><span>November 6, 2026<\/span><span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span><span>10 min read<\/span><span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span><span>Updated regularly<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- HERO IMAGE -->\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img\">\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img\" style=\"margin:24px 0;text-align:center;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17151\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3.jpg\" alt=\"camper van\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-1320x743.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><div style=\"font-size:12px;color:#6b6b6b;margin-top:6px;\">Photo: Elgaard, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- ARTICLE + SIDEBAR -->\n<div class=\"htf-wrap\">\n<article class=\"htf-body\">\n<p>California is the state where an RV road trip makes the most sense on paper and the most mess in practice. On paper, you have three of the great American national parks within a long day&#8217;s drive of each other, the weather is mild for much of the year, and you can pick up in Los Angeles or San Francisco and drop off at the other end. In practice, mountain passes close, campgrounds need reservations, and the same RV costs half as much in March as it does in July.<\/p>\n<p>This guide is a researched plan for a <strong>California RV national parks loop<\/strong>. We are writing from Rovaniemi, not from the driver&#8217;s seat, so we are not claiming we have driven it with a motorhome. We have compared the live prices on CampervanPlanet, read the park rules, and built the itinerary we would follow ourselves. Start your own comparison on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/california-rv-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">California RV rental page<\/a>, and use code HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20 to take \u20ac20 off at checkout.<\/p>\n<div class=\"htf-tldr\"><div class=\"htf-tldr-label\">Short Answer<\/div><p>A 10-day loop covering <strong>Yosemite, Sequoia and Death Valley<\/strong> works best in <strong>spring or autumn<\/strong>. On CampervanPlanet the cheapest California campervan we saw was <strong>from $41\/day<\/strong> in March (and $43 in November), rising to about $59 in June, while the typical US price runs roughly $104 a day in winter and $173 in summer. Book campgrounds before you book anything else.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-toc\"><div class=\"htf-toc-label\">In this guide<\/div><ol>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">Why California works for an RV trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">The 10-day loop we would drive<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">When to go: season and price<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">Campervan, Class C or Class A?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">Campgrounds, reservations and the rules that catch people out<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s6\">What else to budget for<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<!-- HTF-CVP-V1 -->\n<div style=\"margin:8px 0 28px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#C8A45A 0%,#b8944a 100%);border-radius:14px;padding:18px 22px;color:#fff;\"><div style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:14px;justify-content:space-between;\"><div style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.5;min-width:220px;flex:1;\">\ud83d\ude90 <strong>Planning this trip by campervan?<\/strong> Get <strong>\u20ac20 off<\/strong> your rental in California with our code <span style=\"background:rgba(255,255,255,.22);border-radius:6px;padding:2px 8px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.5px;\">HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20<\/span><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/california-rv-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" style=\"background:#1A1917;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;padding:12px 20px;border-radius:10px;white-space:nowrap;\">Compare campervans \u2192<\/a><\/div><div style=\"font-size:11px;opacity:.85;margin-top:10px;\">If you book through our links we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you \u2014 it keeps this blog on the road.<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"s1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_California_works_for_an_RV_trip\"><\/span>Why California works for an RV trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>California packs an absurd amount of variety into one state. In a single week you can sleep beside granite cliffs, giant trees and a salt flat that sits below sea level. Distances are manageable: Los Angeles to Yosemite Valley is around 500 km, San Francisco to Yosemite about 300 km, and the stretches between parks are rarely more than four or five hours.<\/p>\n<p>It is also an easy place to hire. CampervanPlanet lists seven rental companies across the US with a wide spread of vehicles, from compact campervans to Class C motorhomes, and California pick-ups at Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego. One-way rentals between those cities are common (check each offer for the fee), which means you can fly into one and out of another.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_10-day_loop_we_would_drive\"><\/span>The 10-day loop we would drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_1%E2%80%932_Los_Angeles_to_Death_Valley\"><\/span>Days 1\u20132: Los Angeles to Death Valley<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Collect the RV in Los Angeles, stock up at a supermarket, then drive north-east. Death Valley is roughly 450 km from LA. Visit Badwater Basin, 86 m below sea level, the colourful hills of Artists Drive and the Mesquite Flat dunes at sunrise. Death Valley is a winter and spring park: summer temperatures regularly top 45 \u00b0C and the heat can be dangerous.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_3%E2%80%934_Eastern_Sierra\"><\/span>Days 3\u20134: Eastern Sierra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Climb out of the valley and follow Highway 395 north along the foot of the Sierra Nevada. In autumn the aspens turn gold, and the Alabama Hills near Lone Pine are a wonderful place to park for the night.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_5%E2%80%937_Yosemite\"><\/span>Days 5\u20137: Yosemite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Tioga Pass road into Yosemite from the east is only open from late spring to autumn. Closed passes are normal in winter, so check the National Park Service&#8217;s road status. If it is shut, loop around via the western entrances. Yosemite Valley itself is open all year, with Half Dome, El Capitan and the waterfalls at their best in spring. Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/san-francisco-rv-rental-highway-1-yosemite\/\">RV rental in San Francisco with Highway 1 and Yosemite<\/a> covers the approach from the other side.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Days_8%E2%80%939_Sequoia_and_Kings_Canyon\"><\/span>Days 8\u20139: Sequoia and Kings Canyon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Head south to Sequoia National Park to walk among the largest trees on Earth. The road up to the Giant Forest is steep and winding, and the park advises length limits for larger vehicles, so check which RV sizes are allowed before you choose your vehicle.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_10_Back_to_Los_Angeles\"><\/span>Day 10: Back to Los Angeles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The road down from the Sierra and through the Central Valley is easy and quick. Return the vehicle, or hand it in at a different city if you rented one-way.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_go_season_and_price\"><\/span>When to go: season and price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the best seasons for most of California. Winter is cheapest but includes snow in the Sierra and closed passes, and summer is the busiest, with the highest prices and fully booked campgrounds.<\/p>\n<p>The CampervanPlanet price index tells a clear story. The cheapest 7-night campervan from San Francisco or Los Angeles started from <strong>$41\/day<\/strong> for 9 March 2027, <strong>$43\/day<\/strong> for 10 November 2026 and about <strong>$59\/day<\/strong> for 8 June 2027. Across the US as a whole, typical rates run about $104 a day in winter and $173 a day in summer, so California in the shoulder seasons is well placed. Those are starting prices for the smallest vehicles; a full-size motorhome costs a lot more.<\/p>\n<p>We would aim for April or October for the combination of open roads, fewer crowds and sensible prices. If you are looking at the whole country, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/usa-rv-rental-prices?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">USA RV rental prices page<\/a> shows the monthly picture.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:26px 0;text-align:center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-usa-3.jpg\" alt=\"grand canyon\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" \/><figcaption style=\"font-size:12.5px;color:#6b6b6b;margin-top:6px;\">Photo: Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- HTF-CVP-V1 -->\n<div style=\"margin:26px 0;border:1px solid #E5E3DE;border-left:4px solid #C8A45A;border-radius:10px;padding:16px 20px;background:#F8F7F4;\"><p style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#2C2A26;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Our campervan tip:<\/strong> prices for the same van vary a lot between rental brands. We compare California campervans across 160+ rental companies on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/california-rv-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:700;\">CampervanPlanet<\/a> \u2014 and code <strong>HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20<\/strong> takes \u20ac20 off your booking.<\/p><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"s4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Campervan_Class_C_or_Class_A\"><\/span>Campervan, Class C or Class A?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing the right vehicle matters more in the American West than almost anywhere. The roads in the parks are narrow and winding, and some have length limits. For a couple we would lean towards a campervan or a small Class C; for a family of four, a Class C usually offers the best balance of beds and drivability.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Campervan:<\/strong> easy to drive and park, cheapest to run, but with limited space and sometimes no toilet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Class C motorhome:<\/strong> the classic RV with the cab-over bed. Enough room for three or four people, and a toilet, shower and kitchen.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Class A:<\/strong> the large coach-style motorhome. Comfortable but hard to handle on mountain roads, and not suitable for every park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our post comparing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/campervan-vs-motorhome-vs-rv?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">campervans, motorhomes and RVs<\/a> explains the terms, which differ between countries.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Campgrounds_reservations_and_the_rules_that_catch_people_out\"><\/span>Campgrounds, reservations and the rules that catch people out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common mistake first-timers make is to hire the vehicle first and worry about campsites later. National park campgrounds in California usually use reservation systems, and popular ones sell out months ahead for summer. Plan the nights you want inside the parks, then pick dates that work.<\/p>\n<p>A few rules to know:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sleeping in the vehicle outside campgrounds.<\/strong> It is not a free-for-all. Rules vary between national parks, national forests and city areas, and fines apply for illegal overnight parking. Use official campgrounds or private RV parks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chain controls.<\/strong> In winter you may be required to carry chains in the Sierra. Many rental companies restrict driving on snow, so read the terms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dump stations and water.<\/strong> Plan where you will empty the waste tanks and refill water. Campgrounds often have them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driving on the right.<\/strong> If you come from a left-driving country, give yourself a quiet first hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"s6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_else_to_budget_for\"><\/span>What else to budget for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The daily rate is only the beginning. In the United States the extras can be as important as the rental itself:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mileage and generator fees.<\/strong> Some offers include a daily mileage allowance, others charge per mile. Check what is included on each CampervanPlanet offer, which also lists items paid locally.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fuel.<\/strong> A motorhome can burn 25\u201335 litres per 100 km, so a 2,000 km loop uses a lot of fuel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Campgrounds.<\/strong> Roughly $25\u201380 a night depending on the park and the hookups.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Park entry.<\/strong> The annual America the Beautiful pass can save money if you visit several parks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you want a general sense of what to expect from insurance, deposits and pick-up, read <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/campervan-rental\/\">our campervan rental guide<\/a>&#8220;>our campervan rental guide<\/a> first.<\/p>\n<!-- HTF-CVP-V1 -->\n<div style=\"margin:34px 0;background:linear-gradient(150deg,#2D5A3D 0%,#1a3d28 100%);border-radius:16px;padding:30px 28px;color:#fff;text-align:center;\"><div style=\"font-size:12px;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#E8D5A0;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:8px;\">Ready for the open road?<\/div><h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:24px;color:#fff;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_your_California_campervan\"><\/span>Book your California campervan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 auto 18px;max-width:520px;font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,.85);\">Compare prices across 160+ campervan and motorhome rental brands, get a free 1GB eSIM with every booking \u2014 and <strong>\u20ac20 off with code HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20<\/strong>.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/california-rv-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-california-rv-rental-national-parks-loop-yosemite-sequoia-death-valley\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#C8A45A;color:#1A1917;text-decoration:none;font-weight:800;font-size:15px;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:12px;\">Check prices &amp; availability \u2192<\/a><div style=\"font-size:11px;color:rgba(255,255,255,.6);margin-top:12px;\">Affiliate link \u2014 same price for you, small commission for us.<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"faq\" style=\"padding-left:0;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<details><summary>How much does it cost to rent an RV in California?<\/summary>\n<p>On CampervanPlanet the cheapest campervan from Los Angeles or San Francisco started from $41\/day in March 2027, $43\/day in November 2026 and about $59\/day in June 2027. Larger motorhomes cost more, and the typical US price is around $104 a day in winter and $173 in summer.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>What is the best time of year for a California national parks RV trip?<\/summary>\n<p>Spring and autumn are best. You get open roads, comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. Summer is the most expensive, Death Valley is dangerously hot, and winter closes some high passes.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Can I do a one-way RV rental in California?<\/summary>\n<p>Often yes between major cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco, but a one-way fee may apply. Each offer on CampervanPlanet states the conditions.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Can I drive an RV into Yosemite and Sequoia?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, but there are length limits on some park roads and campgrounds. Check the National Park Service pages for your vehicle size before booking.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Is there a discount code for CampervanPlanet?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes. Use code HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20 at checkout on CampervanPlanet to take \u20ac20 off your booking when you book through our links.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Do I need an international driving licence?<\/summary>\n<p>Requirements depend on your home licence and the rental company. Check the terms on the offer and carry your national licence plus any permit the company asks for.<\/p><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-author\"><div class=\"htf-author-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div><div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joona_Alla\"><\/span>Joona &amp; Alla<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A Finnish-Ukrainian couple living in Rovaniemi, Finland. Joona is a marketing professional in Lapland tourism; Alla is an AI Engineer. Together we&#8217;ve visited 25 countries and share honest, locally-grounded travel writing from our home in the Arctic.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/our-story\/\">Read our full story &#8594;<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<!-- SIDEBAR -->\n<aside class=\"htf-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"htf-sidebar-toc\"><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contents\"><\/span>Contents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><ol>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">Why California works for an RV trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">The 10-day loop we would drive<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">When to go: season and price<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">Campervan, Class C or Class A?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">Campgrounds, reservations and the rules that catch people out<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s6\">What else to budget for<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-sidebar-work\"><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" 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