11 Crucial Tips For High Altitude Camping

Above, at the Ouray, Colorado KOA Kampground. Ouray is at 7,792 feet in elevation. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

My RV travels have been varied. 

I have camped at sea level (or close to it) and in higher elevations. I have had no problems with either, but that's not to say that others (or myself) may encounter issues with higher elevations.

That is the topic of an article in RV Travel. They provide 11 crucial tips for high altitude camping.

They begin with:

Life on the road brings all sorts of surprises, especially when exploring the mountains in an RV. Bob and Karri from Life Redesigned know this firsthand after three years of crossing the country from north to south and everywhere in between. Their latest adventures at Black Canyon National Park in Colorado inspired a list of the most important things every RVer should know about high-altitude camping.

Altitude doesn’t just change the view; it affects everything you bring with you. RV engines, generators, appliances, and even your own camera notice when the air gets thin. Less oxygen means engines and generators have less power, making uphill climbs and regular tasks tougher. Travelers may feel it, too, with breathing getting harder and simple activities becoming more tiring.

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