RVers Guide to Propane

Camping in an RV allows campers to bring all the comforts of home while still experiencing the great outdoors. Many RVers enjoy hot water, kitchen appliances, and cooking during their travels. However, none of this would be possible without LP gas, commonly known as propane.

Why Use Propane?

Many RVers use propane for three reasons.

1. Propane is cheaper than gas. Gas burns twice as quickly as propane, leading to a higher cost overall.
2. It is a green fuel solution. Propane has a low carbon content so it produces minimal greenhouse gas emissions or air pollutants.
3. Propane is available just about anywhere. Many gas stations and campgrounds sell propane. At Meramec Campground, we sell propane in our store.

How to Use Propane

There are two ways that any RVer can use propane. The first way is to convert a generator to use propane. Many older models of RVs do not offer propane hookups. A solution to this is to use a generator converted to propane. The second way to use propane is to use an RV hookup specifically for propane. Most RV models on the market today provide propane hookups.

Empty propane canisters can be swapped out for new ones throughout your trip. Make sure to plan accordingly and remember to fill up.

What Can Propane be Used For?

There are four amenities that RVers use propane for.

• Heating and Central Air – Propane helps keep you comfortable on the road. You can use it for heating during cold nights or air conditioning during the hot summer.

• Indoor and Outdoor Cooking – If you have propane hookups, propane grills can be connected for outdoor cooking. Indoors you can use propane for stoves or ovens.

• Fridges and Coolers – Melting ice and disorganized coolers are every RVers worst nightmare. Luckily, many RVs use propane-powered refrigerators and coolers to solve this problem.

• Hot Water Heaters – Enjoy hot water to wash your hands and take a shower with the wonders of propane.

Propane at Meramec Campground

We offer LP sales to the public and our campers. Just stop at the campground office for more information. If you are interested in booking a site, check out our website at Merameccampground.com.