RV rental Los Angeles

With both beautiful scenery and endless urban entertainment, Los Angeles is a holidaymaker’s dream. The city sprawls between mountains and coast, boasting an array of neighborhoods that range from upmarket Beverly Hills to the San Fernando Valley. There are endless stretches of sand to enjoy and some iconic attractions like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Disneyland, Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Sign, and Santa Monica Pier. You’ll be kept busy during your time here. 

Guide to driving your LA camper rental 

Picking up your vehicle is an exciting time—but remember that safety always comes first! Prepare for an epic road trip by brushing up on the local road rules and learning all you can about the operation of your RV.  

 Here are our pointers for those renting a motorhome in Los Angeles, CA: 

• Most importantly, always drive your RV rental Los Angeles on the right-hand side of the road! If you are accustomed to driving on the left, take some time to adjust before you hit the highways. 
• Los Angeles can experience heavy traffic. Try to avoid traveling on the city’s roads during peak commute hours i.e early morning and late afternoon. 
• There are steep and hilly roads in several parts of the city and the immediate surrounding areas. Take care on these, especially with a large RV. Be prepared to pull over to allow others to pass. 
• Distances are posted in miles and speeds in miles per hour. 
• The default urban/residential speed limit in LA is 30 miles per hour. The state’s maximum speed limit is 70 miles per hour, allowed on rural freeways. Urban freeways and divided roads are usually set at 65 miles per hour. Always check speed limit signs on any given stretch of road. 
• If you are heading into the desert, make sure that your Los Angeles motorhome rental is stocked with water and food, and that you have a phone or form of communication with you. Some areas are remote. 
• The general blood alcohol concentration limit for drivers in California is 0.08%. We recommend that you abstain from drinking entirely before getting behind the wheel of your motorhome. 

Our top tip for those getting RV rentals in from Los Angeles is to pay close attention to everything that the depot staff tells you during your orientation to the vehicle. They know the ins and outs of operating each motorhome, so are your best source of information. Take notes and ask questions until you are confident with how everything works. 

Los Angeles RV rental destinations 

Los Angeles itself is an unforgettable destination. But if you are renting a motorhome, it’s probably because you want to explore beyond the city limits and see a little more of the USA.  

Here are a few fantastic places you can go within a day’s drive of LA. Take a look at the list, add your own ideas, and you’ll have the start of a memorable RV rentals Los Angeles itinerary. 

Las Vegas 

We mentioned earlier that the drive from LA to Las Vegas in your motorhome rental is a very popular trip, and we weren’t kidding. It’s about a 4.5-hour drive via the I-15, and will see you pass through some scenic desert landscapes before reaching the bright lights of “Sin City.” 

San Francisco 

The trip from LA to San Francisco in your camper rental will take around 6 hours via the fastest route, but most travelers choose to stick to the coast for a full day’s drive. You can, of course, split it into several days and make a real journey of it! Along the way is the amazing Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park as well as some gorgeous coastal towns and cities. 

San Diego 

Just a few hours on the road heading south will see you in sunny, laidback San Diego. If you like watersports, this is the place to be! You’ll hug the coastline on the I-5 for some lovely coastal vistas and pass through a string of beach towns with Spanish names as you draw closer to San Diego and the Mexican border.

Phoenix 

Just six hours from Los Angeles and across the California-Arizona border is Phoenix, a lively city rising like its namesake from the desert sands. With year-round warmth, this is the perfect winter destination. The motorhome rental trip to get there from LA offers more fantastic desert scenery. Whatever you do, don’t miss the opportunity to stop and enjoy the stunning Joshua Tree National Park along the way.