A small crowdsourced database wants to make life easier for EV drivers who camp.
The Camp and Charge team individually reviewed over 500 campsites in North America to see their policies on EV charging.
Nearly 40% of the campsites included in the dataset outright forbid EV charging, with fines of up to $500.
With Memorial Day weekend just around the corner, plenty of Americans will hit the road for weekend getaways. Many will head to visit family or to typical hotel vacations, but Memorial Day is often the kick-off of camping season. For those that want to camp in an EV, though, the options may be a bit more limited.
Most developed campsites in the United States have power hookups where RVs can plug in to keep their lights on and their refrigerators cool. They could also be used to charge an EV, but that’s not always the case, which can lead to confusion and even hefty fines.
