Memorial Day Weekend 2027
Memorial Day weekend — first big RV-rental peak of the year.
Days to go
272days · May 29–31, 2027
Where to sleep in California
California campgrounds we keep verified — rig limits, fees and booking windows straight from the operator. Distances to All US (peak demand) vary, so check the map before you commit.
- Upper Pines Campground (Yosemite NP)Nearest town: Yosemite Valley · National Park Service$36/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 5 months ahead on the 15th 7am pt via recreation.gov
- Jumbo Rocks Campground (Joshua Tree NP)Nearest town: Twentynine Palms · National Park Service$20/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov
- Lodgepole Campground (Sequoia NP)Nearest town: Three Rivers · National Park Service$32/nightRigs to 42 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov
- Furnace Creek Campground (Death Valley NP)Nearest town: Furnace Creek · National Park Service$22–$36/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov for reservable season
Going to Memorial Day Weekend? Tell us the nights.
Local owners list their own rigs here. You get a single email when one is listed for your window.
What you need to know
Memorial Day Weekend 2027. National park entry surges, RV demand peaks ~3.5×. Book 8-12 weeks ahead.
Official source: va.gov
Safety + legal
Honor service members. Many parks host respectful flag ceremonies. Driving fatalities peak — designated driver always.
Insider tip
Mid-week pickup (Tue-Wed) instead of Friday saves $150-300/trip during this weekend.
Plan your trip · May 29–31, 2027 · All US (peak demand)
Rent an RV near Memorial Day Weekend
Search runs on your May 29–31, 2027 window with a one-day buffer on each side — arrive early, leave late. Whether an RV is listed for those dates depends on what California hosts have posted, so the campsite plan below is worth locking either way.
- Dates
- May 29–31, 2027
- Days away
- 272
- Location
- All US (peak demand)
- Book ahead
- 12+ weeks
- Planning window
- Start early
Hosting near All US (peak demand)? List your rig and put your calendar in front of event travellers.
List your rig →Start early, arrive easy — the whole runway
The honest runway from start-looking to head-home, with a one-day buffer on each end.
Start
~12 weeks out
Give yourself ~12 weeks to line up a rig and a campsite.
Arrive
May 28
Roll in a day early and set up camp.
Event
May 29–31
Memorial Day Weekend 2027
Head home
Jun 1
Leave a day late and skip the exodus.
Best rigs for Memorial Day Weekend
First pick first — each row opens a search for May 29-31, already filtered to the class.
Plan it by rig
Each class above has its own planning page for Memorial Day Weekend — class fit and booking guidance in one place.
Frequently asked about Memorial Day Weekend
When is Memorial Day Weekend 2027?
Memorial Day Weekend 2027 runs May 29–31, 2027 in All US (peak demand), California.
Where is Memorial Day Weekend held?
All US (peak demand), California.
What are the exact 2027 dates?
May 29–31, 2027.
What RV should I rent for Memorial Day Weekend?
Best categories: rv, trucks-vans. Memorial Day Weekend 2027. National park entry surges, RV demand peaks ~3.5×. Book 8-12 weeks ahead.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 12 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Honor service members. Many parks host respectful flag ceremonies. Driving fatalities peak — designated driver always.
What's an insider tip?
Mid-week pickup (Tue-Wed) instead of Friday saves $150-300/trip during this weekend.
Ready to roll?
California is waiting.
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State rules, safety and legalLicence + towing rules, insurance basics and the non-affiliation notice.
Important: travel + safety + insurance disclaimer
This guide is provided for general informational purposes only. PickRV is not an insurer, legal advisor, or vehicle-safety authority. Trip planning, route selection, rig suitability, weather, and emergency decisions are the renter's responsibility. Always consult the rig manufacturer's owner's manual, your insurance provider, the U.S. National Park Service (nps.gov), NOAA / NWS weather alerts (weather.gov), state and local emergency-management agencies, and current local regulations before and during travel. Cost figures, season windows, road conditions, and fee references on this page are estimates as of May 2026 and vary by season, location, rig, carrier, and operator. Mentions of brand names, state-tourism marks, national-park feature names, or third-party programs are informational only and do not imply affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement.
Before you rent in California — key local rules
Noncommercial Class B for motorhomes > 40 ft or > 3 axles — California Vehicle Code §12804
California Boater Card mandatory by 2025 (all ages) — California State Parks — Boater Card
Green sticker / red sticker required for OHV use on public land — California State Parks OHMVR Division
0.08% BAC limit; open container prohibited in passenger area — California Vehicle Code §23222
Editorial summary, not legal advice. Verify with California DMV before relying. Reviewed in the last 3 months (as of 2026-05-24).
California rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- State rental tax
- 9.75% · not collected by PickRV
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Permit required
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-06:00