What You Need to Know About Camping at Love’s RV Stops

Love’s has always been a pretty reliable place to grab fuel, food, and take a quick break. In fact, when I’m driving down the road and I have a choice of stops coming up, if Love’s is an option, I’ll always choose them.

And recently they’ve really been expanding one of their coolest features: overnight RV sites with hookups. With more than 100 locations across the country, these spots give you the convenience of a travel stop combined with the basics you’d expect at a campground (emphasis on basics).

Let’s take a look at what these stops have to offer, how to find and book them, and some tips you’ll need to know before you stay at one.

Where You’ll Find Them

Love’s currently has over 100 locations with more than 1,500 RV hookups across 35 states. Most of them are tucked right into the parking lot of a Love’s Travel Stop, but a few are larger RV Stops built next to the main store. Those bigger setups sometimes include extras like firepits, picnic areas, or even a pickleball court.

Reservations are handled through the CampLife booking site for Love’s RV Stops or in the Love’s Connect app.

What You’ll Get for Amenities

Not every site is the same, but most of them offer what you’d expect to keep your RV running comfortably:

Standard setup

• 30/50 amp power
• Water hookups
• Dump stations
• Wi-Fi in the RV area and store
• Dog parks with fenced runs
• Laundry, showers, propane, and fuel right at the travel stop

At the bigger RV Stops

• Firepits and picnic areas
• Basketball or pickleball courts
• A little more room to spread out

What It Costs

You’re generally looking at $50 to $60 per night. That price can be lower if the location doesn’t have full hookups. Discounts are available for seniors, military, and Good Sam members, and you can get reduced rates if you’re staying weekly or longer.

Booking, Check-In, and Utilities

Reservations are quick. Book online or in the app, and you’ll get a confirmation with a link to check in.

• Check-in: 2 PM
• Check-out: 12 PM (your power shuts off automatically at noon)

If you run into problems with electricity or water, there are troubleshooting steps built into the confirmation email. And if those don’t work, the staff at the travel stop are on duty 24/7.

Wi-Fi and Connectivity

Wi-Fi is included and works across the RV area and store. The password comes in your confirmation email. Speed is about 5 Mbps per device, which is fine for streaming or browsing. If the signal drops, toggling Wi-Fi off and back on usually helps.

My Take After Using Them

The biggest advantage is convenience. You can fuel up, grab food, take a shower, and plug in for the night without leaving the property. They are typically located right off the highway, making it convenient to just jump back on the road.

That said, it’s not a campground experience. These sites are often in open parking lots, so you won’t find shade or grass. The lighting is bright all night, and you’ll hear truck and highway noise. For me, blackout curtains and running the A/C help. If you’re expecting peace and quiet, this likely isn’t it. But if you just need a safe and reliable overnight stop with hookups, it checks the box.

Extra Tips for Staying at Love’s RV Stops

• Check the app before you roll in: Not every location has full hookups, and some only have a few RV sites. Booking through the app or CampLife site saves you from showing up and finding nothing available.
• Know the automatic shut-off time: Power cuts off at noon sharp on check-out day. Don’t leave pets inside with the A/C running if you’re planning to be gone. That’s both unsafe and against their rules.
• Flip the breaker switches first: Many of the reported “no power” issues are just a breaker that wasn’t flipped to ON. It’s worth checking before calling the staff.
• Reset the GFI if needed: The pedestals have a little button between the outlets that resets the power. Press it before assuming the hookup is bad.
• Water hookups may be quirky: Some hydrants have a backflow spout that will send water out the middle at first. Pull down on that middle spout to redirect water to your hose.
• Don’t expect grass or shade: Most sites are open pavement, so be ready for direct sun. If you’re stopping in the summer, plan to run the A/C and keep your rig comfortable.
• Use the dog parks wisely: Many Love’s now have fenced dog runs, but they’re still next to busy travel stops. Keep an eye on pets, and don’t expect big grassy fields. It’s a convenience stop, not a park.
• Block out the light: Sites are well-lit for safety, which means they’re bright. Blackout curtains or window shades will make a big difference for sleep.
• Noise is part of the deal: Trucks will idle, and the highway is usually close. If you’re sensitive to sound, plan on white noise, a fan, or running the A/C to drown it out.
• Think of it as a “reset stop,” not a campground: Love’s is ideal when you just need hookups, fuel, food, and a quick turnaround. If you’re looking to relax outdoors, it won’t give you that.

Who They Make Sense For

Love’s RV Stops are best for one-night stays while you’re moving between destinations. If you’re on a long road trip and just need to pull off the highway, hook up, and rest before getting back on the road, they do the job well.

They’re also handy if you’re traveling with pets since many locations now include fenced dog runs, and you can grab food, fuel, and supplies without leaving the property.

If you’re looking for shade, scenery, and the “campground experience,” this won’t check that box. But as a practical overnight stop on the way to your actual destination, Love’s RV Stops are tough to beat.