Destinations, however, can get a little boring. Driving the RV from campsite to campsite doesn't do much to stimulate one's mind, and that's why many RV enthusiasts have begun looking for something a little different.
Whether it's a pre-planned driving tour that takes in a variety of exciting sights and attractions, a trip to a new and beautiful locale, or a family adventure with a wide range of activities, Alberta RVers can keep themselves occupied, educated and happy all summer long.
"Driving tours are pre-set travel itineraries that have been developed to assist travellers in exploring a region's attractions, sites, history and more," says Anastasia Martin-Stilwell of Travel Alberta.
"They provide a good foundation to developing your holiday trip as most of the groundwork in regards to what highway to take, sites to visit, stops to make and off-the-beaten track must-sees is already done, making trip planning that much easier.
"Some tour examples are the Canadian Badland's 'Homesteads, Bonebeds and Coalbeds' driving tour, or the David Thompson Explorer's Trail and Kalyna Country Circle Tour."
Not only do the tours highlight must-see attractions and sites, however, they keep trips on schedule and well-planned - meaning even the most disorganized traveller can kick back and relax.
"Driving tours make trip planning that much easier, especially if there are multiple RVs travelling together," Martin-Stilwell says. "The in-depth tours are an easy reference for everyone on the trip, and the Canadian Badlands group has done a great job creating downloadable itineraries."
And there are a few trips that will appeal to RVers young and old. Alberta's Lakelands are one such destination - with fishing holes, swimming, beaches and more, this unexpected, lake-dotted landscape is a destination for Alberta travellers.
"The rest of the province may know there are many lakes in northeast Alberta, but they may not yet have experienced the beautifully unspoiled scenery and naturally treed campsites," says Sheila Faith Anderson, marketing co-ordinator of Alberta's Lakeland Destination Marketing Organization.
"We have white sand beaches and fishing enthusiasts will appreciate our clean, clear water, while birding and wildlife viewing opportunities abound."
But it's not just about the water, she says.
"Our attractions and events are spectacular - Glendon's Derby Daze is the largest event of its kind in the province, and Smoky Lake's Pumpkin Fair is huge in every way. Elk Point boasts the only viewing deck on the North Saskatchewan River, while Alberta's Iron Horse Trail is 300 km of multi-use trails."
Of course, there are plenty of other places to visit - and K-Country is one popular destination.
"Not only is it accessible for a long weekend getaway, but because of its vast size - over 4,000 square kilometres - and variety of places to explore, including five provincial parks, four wildland parks and several provincial recreation areas, you could easily spend a week-long vacation exploring all it has to offer," says Nancy Smith of Travel Alberta.
A new centralized campsite reservation service makes booking a stay at any of these locations simple, she says.
Visit www.travelalberta.com, www.canadianbadlands.com or reserve.albertaparks.ca for details.
