Versatility and flexibility make campervans and camper trailers ideal for outdoor holidays.

The Murray River is beautiful and there are places you can go to that are very affordable.

The RV (recreational vehicle) has grown in popularity recently and been upgraded and revised to provide travellers with a budget-friendly holiday alternative choice. They are a logical solution to travel solution for travellers needs and budgets and give you the flexibility to explore our great river.

What's also great is the Murray River region is conveniently located between Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide making it a well rounded Australian experience.

Campervans and motor homes can sleep two people on bedding which can then be folded away to maximise the vehicles living space. The kitchen can feature a TV and DVD player. There are vans that can sleep up to four people and have toilets and showers.

An awning comes with many RVs which can be set up for outdoor living giving you freedom and choice and connection to the great outdoors. They are great if you want to visit a National Park. Campervans are good but for serious off road you may need something with a heavy duty chassis, springs and good suspension.

What's great is you can pull over at anytime and chill out.

Buying an RV

• Choose the right van: Do you research before buying any RV
• Research your destination: Know where you're going and how to get there. Travel shows and the internet are great sources of information.
• Don't get stranded: Check you're covered for roadside assistance. RV Care Roadside Assistance offers 24-hour emergency support.
• Be connected: Set up a wireless internet network to surf as you go as a backup to your phone.
• Save on energy: Power your van with solar panels and other accessories to avoid plugging in at a caravan park.
• Safety: Before leaving, check the safety catch, safety chains and lights. Switch off gas bottles.

RV Friendly Towns

There are some RV Friendly towns along the Murray River and in the Mallee which include dumping points. Click here for full list in each state.

South Australia

Cadell : The Cadell Oval Dalzell Road Cadell
Clayton : Island View Dr, Clayton Bay
Karoonda : Adjacent to Apex Caravan Park, Railway Terrrace Karoonda SA
Lameroo : Lameroo Caravan Park, Mallee Highway
Loxton : Loxton Motorhome Reserve, Across road from the Loxton Pool
Mannum : Mannum Caravan Park, Purnong Road, Mannum
Murray Bridge : Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge
Renmark : Cnr Cowra and Fifteenth Sts along side Swimming pool complex

Victoria

Cobram : Cobram Showground Dump Point, Cobram Showground
Cohuna : Cohuna Caravan Park, Island Road Cohuna
Corryong : Corryong Dump Point, Donaldson St, Corryong
Kerang : Kerang Dump Point, 21 Museum Drive, CP Near side wall ladies toilet
Mildura : 1174 - Benetook Av also named Buronga Mildura South Rd
Nathalia : Riverbank Caravan Park Vic 1 Park St, Nathalia (1.5km from Blake St roundabout. 800m E of PO)
Nyah : Nyah Lions Club Recreation Reserve, 42 River Street, Nyah
Swan Hill : Swan Hill Showground, Stradboke Avenue, At end of building as you drive in
Yarrawonga : Yarrawonga Dump Point, Yarrawonga Showground, Victoria, Park, Dunlop Street, Yarrawonga

New South Wales

Balranald : Church Street, Balranald
Corowa : Corowa Dump Point, Rowers Park Near Ball Park Caravan Park
Howlong : Howlong Dump Point, Near toilet block Lowe Street Recreation Reserve
Khancoban : Scott Street Khancoban
Mathoura : Mathoura Dump Point, Mathoura NSW GPS is town
Mulwala : Mulwala Dump Point, Mulwala NSW GPS is town
Euston : Euston Club & Resort, Nixon Street, Euston
Tocumwal : Town Beach, Tocumwal & Tocumwal Dump Point, 17-33 Deniliquin Street Behind Palms Hotel, Dirt road 1km

Source: Campervan & Motorhome Club of Australia