Guide to RV Size Limits for Popular National Parks

Get out there and explore! But before you leave,  know the national park RV length restrictions of the place you’re visiting.
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You’re in the mood to hit the road and explore nature’s bountiful offerings. Traveling in a safe and comfortable RV is the way to go! Whether you own an RV or are looking to rent an RV  for the road trip ahead, being familiar with national park RV length restrictions is important.   

That’s why we compiled this list, featuring national park RV size limits for parks across the country. Before you roll up to the gate of a beautiful national park,  get familiar with these national park RV restrictions. 

National park RV length restrictions 

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The numbers below indicate the maximum RV length allowed in each national park. The length is combined, meaning the number listed for each national park RV size limit takes into account a vehicle plus the RV size.

These numbers come from the most recent National Park Service information available. They are subject to change based on weather conditions and availability, so make sure that you call ahead to inquire about spaces that will fit your RV. 

As a bonus, we sprinkled links to extra information about some of the glorious national parks. If you want to learn more about a park, things to do there, and the best times to go, click the links throughout this piece!   

Acadia National Park

Arches National Park

Badlands National Park

  • 40 feet, 18 feet at Sage Creek Campground 

Banff National Park

  • 50 feet 
  • Oh, Canada! Trailblazing across Calgary has never been easier thanks to this RV guide.

Big Bend National Park

Canyonlands National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

  • No RV camping inside the park. 

Death Valley National Park

  • 25 feet 

Denali National Park

  • 40 feet 

Everglade National Park

  • 45 feet 

Glacier National Park

  • 25 - 45 feet, depending on the campground 
  • This breathtaking park has so much to offer. Learn how to make the most of your trip with our guide to RV camping at Glacier National Park

Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Teton National Park

Great Basin National Park

Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Jasper National Park

  • 25 - 27 feet for most campgrounds. Some campgrounds accommodate up to 35 feet. 

Joshua Tree National Park

Kings Canyon National Park

  • Varies by the campground. The maximum length for many roads is 22 feet. 

Lassen Volcanic National Park

Mesa Verde National Park

  • 46 feet 

Mount Rainier National Park

  • 27 - 35 feet 

Olympic National Park

Redwood National Park

  • 24 - 28 feet, depending on the campground.
  • Set out to the enchanting forests of the Redwood National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park

Sequoia National Park

  • 42 feet in Lodgepole Campground, any length in Dorst Creek Campground.
  • Lace up you boots, and get ready to travel the southern region of the Sierra Nevada mountain range! Check out this guide to Sequoia National Park

Shenandoah National Park

  • No limit 

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Yellowstone National Park

  • ​Varies by the campground. The average is 40 feet. Ranges from 25 - 50 feet
  • Want more details about the oldest national park in the U.S.? Learn about the camping options in Yellowstone here. 

Yosemite National Park

Zion National Park

  • ​19 feet at Lava Point Campground; 40 feet in other areas.  
  • From information on the weather to popular campgrounds to best times to visit, this guide to RV camping near Zion National Park has everything you need to prepare. 

Visit the national park with an RV 

Cruise-America-RV-Sizes-Infographic.jpgNow that you know the national park RV restrictions, you can find an RV that fits the location you’re planning a visit to. Cruise America offers RV rentals in compact, standard, and large sizes to choose which size is right for you. All Cruise vehicles come with an array of amenities, including a gas stovetop, a shower, AC, and more. 

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