We’re all ready to escape, to hop in a fully equipped camper van and head out of town. It’s been so long, it feels like wherever we point our compass there’s a destination waiting for rediscovery or initial exploration. Forget the clichés, road trips really are all about the journey, adventures waiting to happen whether we secure a secret campground stash beside the river in a national forest, snag an overnight parking pass at a favorite ski resort, or drop onto a band’s tour to catch a few shows. Should you check out any of these places, you might just see a familiar presence, the good ole campervan.
Campervans have come a long way since Captain Dunn built a cabin on a Pontiac Six chassis in 1935. Today, Escape Campervans come in a dazzling display of colors and combinations. You can head out of Salt Lake City for Moab to marvel in Arches National Park, day hike in Canyonlands National Park, and hit some mountain bike trails in an Escape Campervan that sleeps up to five fellow escapees. You can also score a more intimate campervan that sleeps two for romantic sojourns to Zion National Park or perhaps to Crested Butte for a little mountain town romance. Every Escape Campervan comes with a propane stove, refrigerator, foldaway table, and water tank, a combination that guarantees total road trip independence.
Road trips resonate in every direction in the West, a chance a catch a Big Sur sunset after hiking along the bluff toward Molera Beach, or a festival – and some wicked mountain biking – in Telluride or a trip to the Tetons where you can sleep beneath the stars beside the elk. Whether you want to hit up the Vegas jackpots or contemplate cave art in the Southwest, van life means no reservations needed, ever! It’s the freedom to extend your stay in Flagstaff or cut out from the coastline a day early for some extra hiking time in the Sierra.
Spontaneity is the crystal ball of the well unplanned road trip, free of ticket lines, TSA hassles, or clocks, for that matter. Though getting lost in the Klamath National Forest isn’t advisable, making a wrong turn that leads you into Chico for a few hours isn’t such a bad thing. Wherever you plan to play – Sheldon National Antelope Refuge is good for that, by the way, moving with your shell on your back means you can leave yesterday’s sprints to the hares. It’s a tortoise’s world, after all.
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If your vacation’s going to get cred, you’ve got to get that shot. You know the one, the post that followers can’t help but like, the perfectly composed click that tells the whole story. Hand-painted Escape Campervans instantly add color to your canvas, now it’s your turn to connect the pixels.
Escape Campervans offers fully-equipped, easy-to-drive campervans for rent perfect for any adventure, from quick weekend getaways to epic cross-country road trips. At Escape, we strive to design a superior product and customer experience that takes the fuss out of planning so you can focus on the fun parts, like mapping out your itinerary, researching your stops, and checking your dream sights and activities off your bucket list! With 13 locations across the US and Canada, the possibilities are endless. Make your Escape today.
We’re living in the golden age of gearheadery. Want a travel mug with a backpacking lid, spout, and straw? Not a worry. Need a three-in-one jacket for the Colorado “wait a minute” weather changes when camping? No problem. And don’t get us started on coolers and flannel. Stuff your stuff-sack with stuff, then hit the road to wherever, whenever with whatever.
Campervan Vacation Means Tripping on Your Own Terms
Campervan Vacation Means Tripping on Your Own Terms
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Travel Tips
How much does it cost to rent a campervan?
Our daily rates fluctuate according to a variety of factors, including van model, demand, time of year, depot location, and length of trip. You can get a quick quote on our website or contact our reservations team.
What equipment comes with the campervan?
How will I get by without a bathroom in the campervan?
Can I do one-way trips?
What age do I need to be to rent an Escape campervan?
What is the minimum number of days that I need to rent an Escape campervan?
Will my own car insurance or credit card cover my insurance on the campervan during my trip?
How many people can travel in the camper with me?
How much storage space is there for luggage?
Will we be warm enough in the winter?
Can I sleep anywhere or do I have to stay in a campground?
Escape includes the following free of charge with every campervan rental (varies slightly for our Santa Cruz).
Convertible bed fit out / “dining room” area with storage space
Kitchen fit out with sink, refrigerator, and stove (must purchase propane separately)
Dual battery system with solar panel
Road Atlas and Escape Plan Guidebook
We have bedding sets, kitchen kits, propane, and other Extras available for rent.
Read about our campervan packing tips.
Yes! You can travel round-trip or one-way between our 13 depot locations across the US and Canada. One-way fees vary.
Note: We are only able to allow one-way-trips within countries. For example, you can do a one-way trip between Vancouver and Calgary and vice versa, but you cannot pick up in Seattle and drop off in Vancouver. You can, however, pick up in Seattle, drive into Canada, and then drop back off in Seattle (or any other depot in the US).
While our Big Sur, Mavericks, and Santa Cruz models don’t have bathrooms, our renters do just fine using campground facilities and public restrooms, and practicing Leave No Trace principles when dispersed camping. It is a matter of your own comfort level, but the freedom that campervan travel gives you compared to RVs is worth it for many!
• Big Sur: Seats 5, sleeps up to 5 (2-3 in queen bed, 2 in rooftop sleeper if added).
• Mavericks: Seats 5, sleeps up to 5 (2-3 in queen bed, 2 in rooftop sleeper if added).
• Santa Cruz: Seats and sleeps 2 (1 double bed).
• Jeep Camper: Seats up to 5 (designed for 2) and sleeps 2 (rooftop sleeper).
Seating is according to how many seat belts are available in each vehicle. You can always add the rooftop sleeper (Big Sur and Mavericks only, standard on Jeep Camper) or bring along our ground tent accessory to sleep more people. Bedding kits are available for rent to accommodate the number of people in your party.
If you are a U.S. or Canadian resident with a valid driver’s license from either country, and you have auto insurance or credit card insurance that provides full coverage for rental vehicles (including minivans), you MAY not have coverage for our campervans. It is because they might be considered “modified,” or “conversion,” vehicles, or “recreational vehicles.” We recommend reading the fine print of your policy, and checking with your own insurance company or credit card provider prior to picking up your campervan. If you decline our CDW and/or SLI options, your credit card will be charged for the cost of any and all damages at return, and you will need to make a claim through your own insurance company for reimbursement. Generally, they don’t seem to cover it, but some do! Escape Tip: after 11 years of experience, we have found that about 99% of of the time, auto insurance and credit card insurance policies do not cover modified or conversion vehicles.
Learn more about Escape’s insurance options.
The minimum rental requirement will range from 3 to 14 days, depending if you are doing a round trip or one-way and from what depot location(s). Get a quote to learn more.
You must be at least 21 years of age (at the time of pickup) with a valid driver’s license to rent an Escape campervan. Unlike many other campervan companies, Escape does not charge a young driver fee.
The beauty of traveling in an Escape campervan is the freedom it gives you to get off the beaten path and find camping on the fly. Our campervans fit in most tent sites, so you don’t need to pay more for an RV site unless you want an electric hook up. (You’ll need to double check individual policies for private campgrounds).
You also have the option of “free camping”—also known as dispersed camping, pirate camping, boondocking, etc. Unless stated otherwise (usually a sign that says “No Camping” or “No Overnight Parking”) it’s legal to sleep in your vehicle within federally designated lands. Read our Dispersed Camping 101 guide, and remember to always practice Leave No Trace principles.
We have an Electric Kit available with heater and extension cord that you can turn on during particularly cold nights if you stay at a campground with a hookup. We also offer a Winter Bedding Upgrade kit featuring an extra warm Rumpl puffy blanket, two rubber hot water bottles, silicon funnel, and handwarmers for those extra cold days.
You can also turn on the engine to run heat in the van itself for 10 minutes to warm up as well. Pack layers, and remember you can always drive your “home on wheels” to warmer places if it gets too chilly! (Please note: most campgrounds will not allow the engine to run once parked.)
We also offer snow chains and ice scrapers for rent, which are highly recommended if you expect to be heading into colder destinations.
Travel light if possible—it’ll make your life easier! We recommend bringing soft-sided bags instead of hard cases as it makes it easier to maximize storage space. We cannot store bags at our depot locations.
Note: because the Jeep Camper has a custom-built rear kitchen, storage is limited to the back seats and floorboards of the vehicle. Please keep this in mind when traveling with more than two people!
Read a past renter’s blog on “51 Van Life Tips” for more tips on packing, organization, and storage space in our campervans.
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We’re all ready to escape, to hop in a fully equipped camper van and head out of town. It’s been so long, it feels like wherever we point our compass there’s a destination waiting for rediscovery or initial exploration. Forget the clichés, road trips really are all about the journey, adventures waiting to happen whether we secure a secret campground stash beside the river in a national forest, snag an overnight parking pass at a favorite ski resort, or drop onto a band’s tour to catch a few shows. Should you check out any of these places, you might just see a familiar presence, the good ole campervan.
Campervans have come a long way since Captain Dunn built a cabin on a Pontiac Six chassis in 1935. Today, Escape Campervans come in a dazzling display of colors and combinations. You can head out of Salt Lake City for Moab to marvel in Arches National Park, day hike in Canyonlands National Park, and hit some mountain bike trails in an Escape Campervan that sleeps up to five fellow escapees. You can also score a more intimate campervan that sleeps two for romantic sojourns to Zion National Park or perhaps to Crested Butte for a little mountain town romance. Every Escape Campervan comes with a propane stove, refrigerator, foldaway table, and water tank, a combination that guarantees total road trip independence.
Road trips resonate in every direction in the West, a chance a catch a Big Sur sunset after hiking along the bluff toward Molera Beach, or a festival – and some wicked mountain biking – in Telluride or a trip to the Tetons where you can sleep beneath the stars beside the elk. Whether you want to hit up the Vegas jackpots or contemplate cave art in the Southwest, van life means no reservations needed, ever! It’s the freedom to extend your stay in Flagstaff or cut out from the coastline a day early for some extra hiking time in the Sierra.
Spontaneity is the crystal ball of the well unplanned road trip, free of ticket lines, TSA hassles, or clocks, for that matter. Though getting lost in the Klamath National Forest isn’t advisable, making a wrong turn that leads you into Chico for a few hours isn’t such a bad thing. Wherever you plan to play – Sheldon National Antelope Refuge is good for that, by the way, moving with your shell on your back means you can leave yesterday’s sprints to the hares. It’s a tortoise’s world, after all.
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‘GRAM
GATHER YOUR GEAR
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‘GRAM
GATHER YOUR GEAR