California becomes the twelfth state to join the "RV Friendly" sign initiative, joining Minnesota, Iowa, New Mexico, New Hampshire, Michigan, Oregon, Louisiana, Tennessee, Washington, Florida and Texas. State RV groups and enthusiasts have been successful in implementing the program both through legislation and by working with their state transportation departments.

"California is one of the most popular destinations for RVers and the second biggest producer and seller of RVs in the country," said Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) President Richard Coon.

The "RV Friendly" sign is a round, yellow reflector sign with "RV" featured prominently in the center. Gas stations, restaurants and camping and lodging businesses who purchase highway exit logo signs are the targeted buyers of the sign. 

Adding the "RV Friendly" symbol to their existing highway service signs allows businesses to tell RV travelers that their gas, food, lodging or camping facility can easily accommodate RVs, including both motorhomes and towable units.

The RVIA promotes "RV Friendly" implementation by working with manufacturers, dealers and consumer clubs to address each state's needs as the program rolls out across the country. The program's goal is to have all 50 states adopt the symbol.

Learn more about the RV Friendly program.