First year in a Motorhome to OSH

patterson · #1 02-21-2010, 10:44 AM

I'd appreciate hearing from Motorhome and trailer campers that go regularly to OSH. Just bought a new Motorhome and my first big trip is planned for OSH this July. Where is the best place to park, etc?
Ron
N8ZD
RV-4 flying 3 years now

lorne green · #2 02-21-2010, 11:20 AM

I took the Motorhome to OSH in 2003. It was a great time. Motoring from the Canadian West coast (250 miles inland) to OSH in three full days, swapping drivers between my brother and I.
We "bunked out" at highway rest areas which was free. The Dakota's didn't allow overnight stops. We arrived the day before the start. We ended up with a five minute walk to the gates.
Lots of folks bring bicycles and leave them at the gates. I understand that if you want a spot basically right by the gates you'll have to be at Camp Scholler the week before the event.
There's lots to see and do. We did four days "full out" and were ready to head West with our fill of OSH. Good time, good people, all with similar interests.
Regards

gbrasch · #3 02-21-2010, 11:38 AM

This will be year 26 for me camping at OSH, one if these years I am going to fly my RV there! Anyway, several options at Camp Scholler, depending on your needs. Have a pet? The pet area. Also an area for handicapped. I always stay in the 24 hour generator area, I like having the option of running after hours if the weather gets that hot and humid at night. They will also have limited hookups this year but I don't have a clue how they will dish them out. The bottom line is this, there is always room, but everything is on a first come first serve basis. I usually go a few days early, some people go weeks early to get the spots in the trees... I volunteer in the campground each year and help park people, I always stay right next to the Camper Locator Shack, stop by and say hello. Hope this helps. Glenn

dhall_polo · #4 02-21-2010, 11:49 AM

Camp Scholler is a small city for that week. It is, by itself, a unique Osh experience. Sadly, there's no power or water hookups, and there are rules about running generators into the evening.

Sleepy Hollow is a private campground embedded within the airport environment. It has water and power, no sewage. It's located next to the blue lot at the main entrance. It's an easy walk from Sleepy Hollow toCamp Scholler and the Fly-in Theater.

We did the motor home thing last year. I've done tents and hotels before. Each has its own pros and cons, but the motorhome was probably the best blend. The downside is that it's a pain to fly the RV and drive the RV to Osh. I did that last year, and I'm considering leaving the plane at home next time.

RickWoodall · #5 02-21-2010, 11:59 AM

Sleepy Hollow is the perfect solution if you are taking family. The power and water is a huge benefit for kids, wives that want to crash with AC, or a little tv time. I know I know, not the rustic osh experience, but...works for me. Next year 2011, I hope to fly my plane and sleep under it and be real basic, this year...wife and kids, Sleepy Hollow already booked. 2 minutes to the fly in theater each night for movies, 5 minute walk to main gate. LOVE IT.

868RM · #6 02-21-2010, 12:07 PM

Sleepy Hollow is great. We have our trailer right along the road every year, works out great.

John Tierney · #7 02-21-2010, 05:13 PM

Another off-campus option is the Circle R campground a few miles directly south of the field on Knapp Street. They have Full Hookups (usually booked up), Water & Electric (might be booked up), electric only (usually available) or primitive. Most folks leave a deposit for the following year when they leave. There is a camp bus that runs every hour to the grounds for a small fee. They are right on the approach path for Rwy 36.

Been going there for 5 yrs. You can reserve ahead of time. Nice to have electric, BUT THEY DON'T ALLOW AIR CONDITIONING (would probably melt their transformer if everyone turned on at once). THe other downside is you don't get the on-site experience.
http://www.circle-r-camp.com/

videobobk · #8 02-21-2010, 07:10 PM

Whether you are in a motor home or tent, IMHO the best spot in Camp Scholler is Woods 101 straight in from registration (other than Paul's Camp which you have to be there weeks ahead to get.) Last year you could get a spot early on Saturday, but Friday would be better. CS is mainstream camping and goes to support EAA, which I think is worth something. You will get to know the people in any area as they tend to come back to the same place every year. Have a great Oshkosh!

Bob Kelly

P.S. It is good to see I'm not the only one planning for Osh. I just bought a new tent and air beds. We are down to 154 days until the opening, so better get cracking!

Ricatic · #9 02-21-2010, 08:11 PM

Deb and I were there last year for a week. It was the maiden voyage for our new fifth wheel. We arrived late Sunday afternoon and stayed in Camp Scholler, way out in Camp Scholler. We will be arriving on Friday this year.

Ricatic

RV10Man · #10 02-22-2010, 04:02 AM

We've been staying with Jeff, Barb, and the bunch at Sleepy Hollow for the past 8 years. Can't say enough good things about them. The last thing I heard or saw, they are going to have a dump station available this year. There's also lots of kids in the camp ground, so if you can't find yours, they're there, probably playing with all the others. Just yell for 'em and they'll show up.

Marshall Alexander
OKC, OK