Getting Your RV or Camper Ready for Memorial Day: Tips, Stats & Storage Solutions

Published on 5/21/2025
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Memorial Day marks more than just the unofficial start of summer—it’s a national signal to dust off the camping gear, load up the RV, and hit the open road. Across the country, thousands of families are pulling their campers and RVs out of storage, gearing up for a long weekend of adventure, relaxation, and remembrance.

🚐 Memorial Day & The RV Boom

According to the RV Industry Association, nearly 11.2 million households in the U.S. own an RVand Memorial Day is one of the most popular weekends of the year to use them. In fact:

  • More than 60% of RV owners say they plan at least one major trip around Memorial Day.

  • Campground bookings spike by over 80% during this weekend compared to early May.

  • AAA estimates over 2 million Americans will travel in RVs over Memorial Day weekend in 2025—a 9% increase from 2024.

At Riverside Storage in Middleville, MI, we see it every year: rows of RVs and campers leaving our secure lot as excited customers prep for their first big trip of the season.

🔧 Prepping Your Camper for the Season

Before heading out, it’s important to give your RV or camper a proper once-over. Here’s a quick checklist:

  • Check tire pressure and tread

  • Test batteries and electrical systems

  • Sanitize water tanks and lines

  • Refill propane tanks

  • Inspect for leaks, cracks, or pests

  • Restock essentials—first aid, food, firewood, and camping gear

Need propane? Riverside Storage offers convenient propane refills so you're fueled up and ready to grill wherever your Memorial Day takes you!

🏕️ Where’s Everyone Going?

Some of the top Memorial Day RV destinations in Michigan include:

  • Holland State Parkwith beach access and full hookups

  • Tahquamenon Falls State Parkfor waterfalls and serene forests

  • Silver Lake Sand Dunespopular with off-roaders and campers alike

Whether you’re going across the state or just across town, the freedom of RV travel is hard to beat—and Memorial Day is the perfect time to kick off the season.

🔐 Your Home Base: Riverside Storage

When your trip winds down, know that your RV or camper is safe and sound at Riverside Storage in Middleville. We offer:

  • Video surveillance

  • Drive-up storage options

  • Large vehicle parking

  • Propane refills on-site

Ready to Roll?

Memorial Day is a time to honor, remember, and reconnect—with loved ones and the great outdoors. Whether it’s your first RV trip or your fiftieth, Riverside Storage is here to support your journey.

📦 Need a place to store your camper between trips?
Visit www.riversidestoragemi.com or give us a call at (269) 795-8473.