Something for everyone in Laughlin
One of the most popular "casino-hopping" destinations for RVers is Laughlin, Nevada, a slower-paced casino hub nestled along the Colorado River. Whatever your accomodation style, Laughlin has it...from free dry camping in the casino parking lot, to dry camping with a view for a nominal fee to full-hookup RV parks with from moderate to upscale amenities.
Blacktop boondockers love Laughlin since many of the casinos welcome them for free dry camping. If you plan to stay in a parking lot, always check in with Security or a member of management at the casino to confirm that it's OK to park there and to find out which area of the parking lot they prefer for you to stay.
Specific places that may be of interest to boondockers:
-- Harrah's at the end of the Laughlin Strip has two lots across the street where you can park free for up to three days. Register at the gas station. There is also a dump at the gas station for a $3 fee.
-- River Palms has a lovely lot on the hill above the Strip. You need to present your vehicle registration at the River Palms to get a parking pass. There is a nominal fee ($5 or $7 depending on the view) to park at River Palms.
-- Although it has an RV Park, Avi also offers free overnight parking at the casino lot.
As always, when boondocking in a casino lot, be aware of your surroundings and take the usual common-sense security precautions. In general, Laughlin is a much better bet for blacktop boondockers than Vegas.
For the folks who prefer more creature comforts...(like someone told me yesterday, "I didn't get this big rig not to take advantage of all its great features.") there are two very nice RV parks with full hookups in Laughlin.
-- Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort is a terraced RV Park with a lovely view of the mountains. It has 840 full hookup spaces and guests may use the amenities at the hotel. A climate-controlled walkway connects the casino to the RV Park. Camping fees range from $26-$30 per night.
-- Avi KOA RV Resort is noted for its spectacular beach, the largest along the banks of the Colorado River. Amenities include an 18-hole golf course, all sorts of water sports on the river, movie theaters and, of course, the casino. Rates are $23, weekdays; $25, weekends; $40, holidays (the higher rate applies this coming weekend.) The Avi is south of the Laughlin Casino Strip.
The city of Laughlin itself was named for Don Laughlin who settled there in 1966. There are so many lovely features at this pretty little city by the river...too many to list. The walkway along the river is especially enjoyable and gives access to nine casinos. Live entertainment, a wide variety of restaurants and many other non-gaming activities are available. An interesting display of dozens of rare antique slot machines from Don Laughlin's personal collection can be seen at his resort.
Blacktop boondockers love Laughlin since many of the casinos welcome them for free dry camping. If you plan to stay in a parking lot, always check in with Security or a member of management at the casino to confirm that it's OK to park there and to find out which area of the parking lot they prefer for you to stay.
Specific places that may be of interest to boondockers:
-- Harrah's at the end of the Laughlin Strip has two lots across the street where you can park free for up to three days. Register at the gas station. There is also a dump at the gas station for a $3 fee.
-- River Palms has a lovely lot on the hill above the Strip. You need to present your vehicle registration at the River Palms to get a parking pass. There is a nominal fee ($5 or $7 depending on the view) to park at River Palms.
-- Although it has an RV Park, Avi also offers free overnight parking at the casino lot.
As always, when boondocking in a casino lot, be aware of your surroundings and take the usual common-sense security precautions. In general, Laughlin is a much better bet for blacktop boondockers than Vegas.
For the folks who prefer more creature comforts...(like someone told me yesterday, "I didn't get this big rig not to take advantage of all its great features.") there are two very nice RV parks with full hookups in Laughlin.
-- Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort is a terraced RV Park with a lovely view of the mountains. It has 840 full hookup spaces and guests may use the amenities at the hotel. A climate-controlled walkway connects the casino to the RV Park. Camping fees range from $26-$30 per night.
-- Avi KOA RV Resort is noted for its spectacular beach, the largest along the banks of the Colorado River. Amenities include an 18-hole golf course, all sorts of water sports on the river, movie theaters and, of course, the casino. Rates are $23, weekdays; $25, weekends; $40, holidays (the higher rate applies this coming weekend.) The Avi is south of the Laughlin Casino Strip.
The city of Laughlin itself was named for Don Laughlin who settled there in 1966. There are so many lovely features at this pretty little city by the river...too many to list. The walkway along the river is especially enjoyable and gives access to nine casinos. Live entertainment, a wide variety of restaurants and many other non-gaming activities are available. An interesting display of dozens of rare antique slot machines from Don Laughlin's personal collection can be seen at his resort.
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posted by JANE at
6:28 AM
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My husband and I spent a week in Laughlin at the Riverside camp ground and then a couple of days at Avi. The whole experience was very enjoyable. Don Laughlin has a great antique car show that is free to the public. Avi, a beach and pool to die for!! Many more things to do in the area and would go there before going back to Vegas. Lynda and Tom Y.
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Anonymous, at December 29, 2007 4:54 AM
We have found everything stated above to be TRUE!! We stayed at the Riverside Casino RV park. Very nice park, but they have a quirky computer system that likes to add charges to your account when you use a credit card to pay for your stay. They show up as "pending authorizations", which is OK when they "fall off" as most gas station and hotels do. But we had multiple "pending authorizations" turn into charges and had to "dispute" them. Better yet, pay cash OR use your Players Club "Comps" to pay for the site!
DON'T FORGET to check out the Riverside's Car Museum! It's FREE and a nice one! Check out the river boat cruise up to the dam. It is 1/2 price with a coupon and kinda fun!
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mrrichie, at December 29, 2007 10:10 AM
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