LOW BRIDGES, HIGH COSTS: The Pitfalls of RVing Connecticut

Planning an RV trip through Connecticut? You might want to reconsider! In this video, we dive into the major pitfalls of RVing in Connecticut, from low clearance bridges to high park costs, and why this state might not be as RV-friendly as you’d hope.
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[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey all! Thanks for stopping by for another episode. We took a more laid-back, walk-and-talk approach this time. What did you think? Do you prefer this casual vibe, or are you more into our usual pace? As always, we will catch you next Thursday! ❤

[@davekiracofe101]

We are not far behind you heading to Maine also for the first time.

[@betterwithrum]

@@HappilyEverHanks loved this approach

[@dnrsvp]

Enjoying this approach

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@betterwithrum Thank you for letting us know!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@dnrsvp Thank you! 😊

[@sherriweih695]

We live in CT. You are correct. We are taxed to fart here. Our 5th wheel tax is 2000.00 our truck is 2000.00. If you aren't on th highway, there are very low bridges. Campgrounds are scarce, and expensive. They tax your home, cars, toys, groceries, everything. You pay 10 cents for a bag at a store!!! They are not just RV unfriendly, they are people unfriendly. I am not a transplant, born and raised here. We are hoping to move to PA. In the future..taking care of my 95 year old Dad. We don't camp in CT.

[@rcec1995]

I agree with you. The taxes here are insane! Born and raised here, my mom's family came to Corrupticut in 1902, my dad's in the late 1800s. Biding our time until we leave. Never thought I would leave my hometown/State but...😢

[@paulneedham9457]

I saw you guys at Walmart on Sunday, You were just leaving when I was going in in so I didn't get a chance to say hi. I'm a long time RV guy with about five years to go until retirement, your videos are a real inspiration to me! I never miss an episode of HEH. Travel safe!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We are so sorry we missed you, Paul! We hope that our paths can cross again real soon. Thank you for your amazing support! Congrats on the upcoming retirement...it will be here before you know it 😃

[@HikeCacheRepeat]

We live in NH, and we agree that camping up here is more welcoming than a lot of states in New England. Enjoy your trip!

[@debra5955]

Our first camping trip in our RV was to Brattleboro, NH. We lived in CT and it was just a short drive. We loved NH.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate your support in watching 🤗 Stay safe!

[@SharonPerson-hm9ds]

​@@debra5955 Hi Debra. Brattleboro is actually in Vermont, but just across the Connecticut River from New Hampshire. You were also close to the Massachusetts/Vermont border, too. I love Vermont, especially in the fall. Beautiful foliage, and the further north you are, the more gorgeous the views.🍂🍁🍎🍏

[@kenlaney9775]

I lived in the New London area for 45 years. I retired from the shipyard across the river from Crockers. One of the Casino tribes tried to put a RV park on their land up in Preston and the neighbors and the town fought them until they dropped the project. They do NOT like RVers there. They think we are noisy, rambunctious, and are some how not people you want near your neighborhood. The property taxes there are exorbitant. We became South Dakotans as soon as we could. We are not going back except to visit friends & Family.

[@coquetscache]

I also lived 50+ years in New London area... glad to see the video, but sad that you visited during a time that New London is circling the drain, it was much more fun and vibrant during the 80s and 90s.... thanks for all your wonderful videos, enjoy them very much! Regarding the attitude toward RVers..the streets are too narrow to accomodate. Drivers in general are aggressive as you sensed on the road. Also, Too many times one bad RV apple spoils it for the whole bunch I guess. ...I saw one dump his toilet tank in the street at a stop sign where there were homes close to the street.. Stinky!... anyway. thanks for all your wonderful videos, enjoy them very much!

[@HSTWXMAN]

Yes, just get the EZ Pass!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This turned out to be a fun data collection on our part, gone wrong 🤣 I am trying to search for all these tolls online with no luck. Hoping for the best 🤞🏼

[@carolsteberl3568]

@@HappilyEverHanks Get an EZpass you won't be sorry and is so easy to use and have it recharge with money you predetermine the amt and limit

[@tiarewilliams9186]

You totally need an EZ Pass. it'll save money, especially if you have mail routed---they don't play with the late fees.

[@twodogsandtheirfamily]

Definitely true! Check out the NC Quick Pass transponder, works up and down the entire east coast with no monthly fees. 🐾🐾

[@miked31784]

@@twodogsandtheirfamily same with UniPass from the EPass in Central Florida

[@kevinherm3036]

Open Roads TSD has a toll pass plan that is supposed to work everywhere.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

After reading all these wonderful comments...I feel like i have made a big mistake 😅 We are scrambling to find our tolls online in hopes to avoid the late fees. No luck yet

[@hollynauss6359]

How long is it from the day you drive under a toll road to when your address gets the bill? How long till it is overdue?

[@donsunshine]

If you can, make a stop in Newport, RI and take a couple of mansion tours…especially The Breakers.

[@2dollarbill650]

BUT.. leave the trailer somewhere else.

[@jeannebrockway2172]

RV parks in Portsmouth RI. Just 15 minutes to Newport. Worth the stop, if you haven’t gone by already

[@george_KC1TQF]

As a resident of MA i strongly suggest to get EZ pass, it works for most tolls in the country. I have one and traveled from MA to IA without any issues. Routes travelled from home to Iowa I-495,I-90,I-84,I-81,I-80.This route is the least expensive to head out west. EZpass in MA costs less than pay-by-plate. The I-95 corridor is the elitist section of CT. There is a lot of high dollar areas and high dollar homes. Your better bet when going through CT to ME is take I-81 out of Scranton to I-84 through a small part of Upstate NY then into CT stay on I-84 to I-90 in MA(the only toll road until ME, besides the Newburgh bridge toll in NY) then get on to I-95 to ME. That is unless you want to see the coast line of CT.

[@EdinboroLake]

FYI… Many states have a web site that you can log into and pay your tolls right there. If you wait for mail, you could incur additional fees.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Great information! Thank you very much :)

[@gibdonovan8113]

The EZ pass makes it so.... EZ😊.

[@amycassidy-stephens5955]

Absolutely go online and pay it, it will nearly double every month! ! ! ! The same with traveling in MA

[@user-gz4tc6bd7o]

thanks. for stopping by and letting people know how stuffy it is here. I am looking forward to leaving soon.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

A little stuffy, but such a beautiful area! 😊 thank you for watching, it means so much

[@junfan1986]

I'm from northeast. FYI tolls are based on number of axles so don't confuse what you've read at the tolls as what you'll be charged. And you are both 100% correct. Camping in the northeast at least along the coast can be troublesome because of the limited amount of campgrounds available. Good luck on your journey. I think once you reach New Hampshire and Maine you won't be disappointed

[@tiarewilliams9186]

@@junfan1986 we drive NC to Maine a lot, this last time with a camper. I budgeted ~$100 for tolls, forgot about the camper. It was $150 just for NYC for bumper to bumper traffic and crappy roads. If I could fly our truck and camper over NY, I totally would.

[@MommaP7]

I live in Massachusetts. Our roads are tough in the northeast due to all the freezing and thawing. Definitely get an ez-pass. If you forget about your bill you will be faced with some large fines. I do hope you enjoy your stay and see the magic of all the leaves. It’s a beautiful time of year up here in our neck of the woods. Hopefully some day we can meet up.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We love it up here so far! Yes, I can't imagine how hard it is to maintain these roads in such harsh winter conditions. We look forward to meeting you in person as well 🤗 Stay safe

[@roger80465]

Paying by mail is often 50% more expensive than with a pass. Unfortunately, you will likely not receive the bills until they are past due. We were sent to collections for Houston tolls where the bills had not even reached us. By all means, get a pass. We traveled that area this summer and have paid over $200 in tolls. We stayed at Nature's Campground in Voluntown, CT and I think it was about $75 a night. As for lobster, you can buy them at the Hanneford Grocery for about $9.99 a pound and they will cook them for you. We bough a total of 9 lobsters for under $100. It's a great deal

[@johnthorpe6333]

As a RVer living in New England, CT has the highest site fees. You can camp for half the cost in all of the other New England states. As for EZ pass, it is good in 19 states on the east coast. Your toll will be less with it. When you come to Old New England make sure you have a RV GPS. Narrow roads and low bridges. By the way you will love it.😊

[@CindyBrodeur]

A month ago, we passed 4 nights in Connecticut. We stayed at Riverdale Farm Campsite and we loved it. Close to the coast. Super peaceful. Located between New Haven and Mystic. 55$ a night. We will return for sure !

[@TMegelhoff]

Thanks for the heads up. 😅

[@JerryC-d2h]

We staid there last weekend. It’s a nice quiet campground, and one of the cheaper ones.

[@debra5955]

We stayed at Riverdale Farm Campgrounds for 3 months while our house was being built before we moved South. We loved it there so much. It's mainly seasonal but I loved the lake there and floated in it every day all summer.

[@deborahjansson]

It mak s me sad that you’re disappointed in my home state. Spots on the coast have a premium, just like CA. CT has no tolls. It’s the states coming into CT. I love you guys. I am a seasonal in Eastford CT they always have sites available and it’s in a beautiful place on a river. Have fun! Hope to meet you some day. ❤️💞

[@lovinwildlife2150]

Charlie brown campground? That's so beautiful there!! I'm sad we couldn't have had a place to suggest good spots, not ridiculous coastline prices. New England prices are crazy, but the entire country is like that now, remember that in NOV lol

[@deborahjansson]

@@lovinwildlife2150 Charlie Brown is the best!! We love it here! We spend every summer here.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for the recommendation! I had no idea that CT doesn't have tolls, but now that you mention it...I believe that first toll was coming through NY and before passing into CT. We are trying to look into that EZ Pass now after reading everyone's comments. Thank you, Deborah! ❤️

[@geminispamperedgreyhounds1599]

​@@HappilyEverHanksIf I remember correctly one of the rest stop on I-90/Mass pike has a place where you can sign up for ezpass. I signed up for my years ago at AAA but think you need to be member. Good luck!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@geminispamperedgreyhounds1599 We appreciate this! I'll keep you posted as we know some more 😃

[@Dan007UT]

CT.. the state with the electric company that charges you what you use... then multiplies it by 2 as a "delivery fee" 😂

[@cbmadcow]

MA does the same thing.

[@rcec1995]

And don't forget the added on "public benefits charge" which is either to pay for those who "can't" or to pay for putting in all those EV Chargers across the state. Can't quite figure out what it's for, and neither can eversource. They just want us to pay it 🤬

[@PaulieLauraXombie1331]

I spent days watching pretty much all your content than showed my wife and watched them all over lol you truly have given us so much valuable information and can not thank you enough.. we pick up our A class motorhome tomorrow 😊

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s amazing! So glad our videos have been helpful. Congrats on the new A-class motorhome - you’re going to love it! Thanks so much for watching and for all the support ❤️ We couldn't do it without you both

[@lolojavi5321]

Hi there! The reason the northeast is so expensive and has few RV parks is because The RV season is short, the taxes are expensive and it’s highly congested especially in the metro area or near the beaches.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Such great points! Thanks for giving us a little insight, we appreciate your support ❤️

[@christinam7425]

We are staying in Crockers boatyard tonight.! we had this planned before we saw your video but glad to know you enjoyed it

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Love this! Ya'll will have such a nice stay there 😊 We felt very safe and it was a great location. Thank you for watching!

[@brucetifer]

Welcome to New England! As a retired truck driver avoid the coast. Park a little inland and do day trips. Sitting in our camp in western Mass.🎉❤

[@godsdeliciousunknown]

Another vote for the EZ Pass - it will pay for itself in discounts in one day thru the north east. And be careful with the mail routing - if its delayed they add on late fees, which then get to you late which add more late fees ... lots of bad stories about mailed tolls going up into the hundreds of $$$ due to late fees for what started out as $50 in fees. So glad you are getting to finish off your 50 states soon... and thank you for making your adventures so entertaining to the rest of us!

[@mum2jka]

I was going to say the same. EZ Pass is worth it just to avoid the late fees if you can’t get your mail promptly.

[@godsdeliciousunknown]

Forgot to mention that since you all use Open Roads (ie TSD) for fuel, they now offer a nationwide toll pass program. But it’s $24/yr. Still might be a good option for while travelling thru areas like the NE.

[@deborahjansson]

By the way, you’re spot on about the taxes. We call it Con-tax-cut or Connect-a -tax.

[@izzylawton7715]

Taxachussetts here! MA

[@marty6055]

I will watch regardless, but I like these travel videos much better than the "education videos". btw, last spring we spent 2 weeks in Texas and racked up $130 in tolls... ouch.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you very much for this great feedback, Marty! We appreciate you. $130 in tolls?! We will be sure to keep an eye out for them in the mail. Looking into an EZ Pass as soon as we can!

[@toddramsay977]

We stayed in Salem, MA, and took US Hwy 1 up to Gloucester, MA. No tolls! Then up to Booth Bay, ME. I taught a lady to fish, she caught a good size bass from the lake behind a hotel, next to a campground. We then went to Acadia N.P. stayed at SW Campground and had blueberry pie and lobster delivered to our site.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That sounds like an amazing trip, Todd! Blueberry pie and lobster delivered to your site-now that’s the way to camp in Acadia! We’re definitely taking notes. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@SOUTHBURYMADMAN]

We actually were traveling thru Pennsylvania from Tennessee to the home state of Connecticut the same day. We only wish are family convoy of campers could have crossed paths. You guys inspire us all, on your journeys and adventures. Connecticut has many beautiful places, but you guys do not disappoint with your honesty not RV friendly and as a lifetime resident, I can say not a place to retire. Stay Safe and ENJOY !!

[@LouisA.Parente]

We live in CT and EZpass, it helps. Going north to Maine you will have tolls until above Portland on I95. Back in June, we went to Lake George with our two axle TT then over to the finger lakes area, then back home tolls cost $70 15:14

[@diane8885]

Thanks, Hanks! You introduced me to Dot's pretzels. They are hard to find and expensive up here. They are my new obsession!

[@carriec5807]

Me too! I would see them in the grocery store and wonder what all the hype was about. Then Kyle convinced me on that giant Costco haul that they are worth it 🎉 Team Honey Mustard here!!!

[@rjhirsh7944]

Same here, I had to start eating frozen turtle pie to control the Dot's.

[@angelaklinger2951]

I love dots pretzels

[@seeking70]

We love Dot's to the point we ordered them through Amazon to get our fix outside the Northwest. Now they are everywhere.. In the last year or so, Walmart started selling "Original Seasoned" pretzels that are very close to Dot's and much less expensive.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOVE IT! We just finished up some Honey Mustard ones and they are so good! To be honest, we weren't much of a fan for the Southwest spicy ones... anyone else?

[@gussgilham4105]

When in Maine, Boondockers Welcome Curtis Family Campground you won't regret it. They are in the center of Maine till September 1st Snow birds

[@jacc9311]

We live in Maine and have a motorhome. An EZ pass is necessary, not just in the Northeast. Hope once you get to Maine, you enjoy our beautiful state!

[@campingcrazysteph]

Best lobster rolls we had in Maine were at Bite into Maine in Portland near the Portland Head Light. Our favorite things we did in Maine were taking a lobster boat tour and going to a Cabbage Island Clam Bake. Of course you have to do Acadia NP too.

[@RickC77]

EZ Pass for the east coast. You end up paying less in tolls. they charge you less because they don’t have to mail out a bill. Plus, there is no fee to get it or keep it. We are not huge fans of camping in Connecticut except in the Mystic Seaport area because it is a nice place to visit.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hi Rick! Thanks for the tip on the EZ Pass! We’ll definitely look into getting one. Mystic Seaport sounds great, we'll have to check it out next time we're in Connecticut! Thank you for all your wonderful support in watching

[@davelogan3792]

CT has been filled with crazies, since COVID. As former EMS employees you surely know how important Defensive Driving courses are. I had my course while I was a firefighter. That is probably the most important training I have that I still use today.

[@williamneville5296]

I agree with some of your observations. When you look at how built out coastal Connecticut is, and stop to realize no one is going to take prime real estate and put it to its lowest use, a campground. Campgrounds will remain in short supply. Get an EZ Pass. You set the recharge threshold on the account and EZ Pass will automatically charge your credit card with the amount preset by you. And that urban build out also means roads/highways can’t be widened without taking home and business. Railroad bridges can’t be raised because of the railroad grade. The roads can’t be lowered because of the needed land for the downgrade or upgrade.

[@FatOldman3832]

Thank you two for helping further understand the joys of full time enjoying the USA.

[@lindaschulz3934]

Another great video in the can! CT is a beautiful state, filled with many towns and hamlets that predate the Revolutionary War. These areas have tried very hard to maintain their quaint New England charm and that does not bode well for RVers. I grew up and lived for over 60 years in Newtown, CT. A gorgeous location with a Main St that has a huge flag pole smack dab in the center of the street, and had such a low overpass in one spot near I84, that routinely took out semis before the state stepped in and raised it. It was a wonderful place to grow up and even though the high taxes of CT have driven us out to enjoy our retirement elsewhere, I will always be a Newtowner. In fact, growing up in New England taught us well about low overpasses and covered bridges. I now have to drive over 2 covered bridges just to get to the closest Home Depot. All RVers are well advised to purchase the Rand McNally Truck Atlas if you have any plans to travel through New England. Essentially follow their highlighted roads and know confidently, if a semi can travel the road, you can too!

[@debra5955]

We lived in CT a total of 11 years being back and forth in the military. The 1st 4 were hard since I'm from the South. The last 7 I didn't want to leave CT. It's really a beautiful state and I loved having an RV there because you could travel to so many New England states with nice campgrounds with lots of amazing towns to explore. I don't think CT is RV friendly but boy do I miss being there and be able to travel throughout the states. This Southern girl will always carry a huge piece of New England in my heart.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and insight, Linda! It’s great to hear from someone who knows New England so well. We truly appreciate all your love and support in watching ❤️

[@Carmencita1464]

Good to know guys. Love watching you guys from NJ❤❤

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww thank you for your incredible support 🤗

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

We just drove through a small corner of Connecticut a fall or two ago - gorgeous!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We are so excited to see some of the beautiful fall colors!! 🤗 Thank you for your wonderful support!

[@diannepatton7209]

Omg!!! You were in my neck of the woods so to speak. I’m from Waterford and have been following you for a few years now. I’m right there with you about highway driving. I avoid 95 as much as possible. It’s true about the property tax. We have our camper at a campground in Salem CT as a seasonal and have to pay Salems property taxes on the camper and whatever is also on the site- deck, shed, etc. We hope you have or had a wonderful trip up to Maine!

[@neilcherylscott6380]

Salem, Massachusetts is REALLY tight to navigate! We stayed at Winter Island park there…. It’s basically a parking lot right on the harbor with W&E and you dump your tanks when you leave at the waste water plant next door. Enjoy Maine….. we went in 22 and stayed in Phippsburg.

[@PatMarz-rc4xl]

We stayed at Winter Island Park a couple years ago when we rented a van and thought it was a great place for overnight or two. Roads are quite tight in Salem area, would suggest staying somewhere outside of Salem. Parking can be quite expensive for the day. Definitely worth a visit.

[@debra5955]

We stayed at Winter Island many, many times and you have to book early especially if you're going in the Fall. It's definitely tight going through town there. The first time we stayed there we ended up in the parking lot spots too but right on the water. We learned quick that you have to book early to get a camp spot in the field. Great campground to explore. The first year we walked back and for to town during Halloween. Ughhh that was horrible. Then we started bringing our bikes so we could bike into town.

[@billiesetser1396]

We have the UNI PASS from Florida. We can use it with or without the trailers. And you can change vehicles with it. One of the best things we got for traveling. If it gets low it automatically puts funds on it if activated. And in some areas you get a discount for using it. Happy camping and safe travels. Mallatobuck says hi to Dexter.

[@kenpatton8761]

I haven‘t been back to Florida in several years. The last time I was there Florida was using the „Sun Pass“ for the toll roads. Thanks for the update. Cheers

[@bruceterris1754]

Thanks for putting the date on the video. It’s a big help for trip planning purposes. I wish everybody would do it.

[@NancyAnderson-vb8ms]

Hi! My husband and I watch you all the time and we keep saying it would be really cool if you came to CT. We have a 22 foot travel trailer and live 15 minutes from New London, CT. You guys could have parked at our house for free! Wish we had known. We both work in the school system in Mystic, CT. It is very expensive to live here but it’s a beautiful place to visit!!! Good luck on your next adventure! Nancy and Jamie.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you, Nancy and Jamie! We really appreciate the kind offer and your support! Mystic sounds like an amazing place to live and visit. Maybe next time we'll make it happen! Thanks for watching and following along on our adventures 🤗

[@NancyAnderson-vb8ms]

I forgot to add that we love Dexter too. Haha. We have two tuxedo cats.

[@priscillawrites6685]

I live in CT. You are totally right. The state is beautiful, and outrageously expensive and densely populated. New Hampshire and Maine are much more camping friendly. I was wondering where Dexter was. What a sweetie!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

You hit the nail on the head-Connecticut is beautiful but definitely pricey! Dexter’s been chilling out on this trip, but he’ll be back soon. Thanks for watching and for your continued support!

[@mezio1]

Lines can get long / slow if you don’t have an E-Z pass. Get one. They’re about $60.00 when loaded with $50.00 credit. They take about 3 weeks to receive. Removable mounts are extra too.

[@lisamonth5830]

We just spent a month in Maine. We tried a lobster roll every day at a different place. The Clam Shack in Kennebunk Port. You won't be disappointed.

[@rebeccaramirez8205]

You’re right. New Jersey is full of crazy drivers. I drove to Long Island for a nursing assignment from Texas and we nearly died on the New Jersey turnpike!!! Never again!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That sounds like quite the experience...The New Jersey Turnpike can definitely be intense. Thanks so much for sharing and for your support in watching our videos ❤️ All the love from the Hanks family

[@plhm33]

Moved to CT 30 years ago from NY outside the city (Bronx). We live in a small town that boarders NY. I have seen 2 RVs in yards in my town. Our son lives in upstate NY Rochester area there is an RV in every other yard. We love CT we have the best of both worlds we get small town lake community and we are a train ride away to NYC. We also live in Florida over the winter and use ezpass.

[@NAHWTV]

OpenRoads has a toll transponder that works nation wide, a must have!

[@markbowles623]

I have avoided all toll roads so far (I live in AZ where Toll roads are illegal) ...but have yet to get to any place where toll roads are a required evil. Is there a place like this (N.E.)? Are there any advantages of having a transponder? Discounted tolls? If you are out of state and there are none of those toll booths, what do you do?

[@bobwest4780]

Can u provide more info on the OpenRoads transponder

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We had no idea this existed! What a game changer that would be 😃 Thank you for sharing!

[@michaellegendre951]

Can't wait for the next video, you guys just left our campground a few days ago in Massachusetts

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s awesome! What a small world 😊 Thanks for watching and following along! - Kyle and Renee

[@rogermenendez4052]

You will love Maine, sort of like being out west in Oregon.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely!! Thank you very much for your support, Roger! We appreciate your time in watching 😊

[@loganmckay3194]

South Carolina offers something interesting. If you stay minimum 90 days you don't pay any tax on your stay! Also if you go to a restaurant you are exempt from any food tax! You just tell your server that you are a local! And it is very rv friendly!

[@rogermenendez4052]

We left Connecticut on August 14 headed back to Arizona. If I had known you were in CT I would have recommended Cozy Hills in Bantam, great campground and great location. From there it's a straight shot to Vermont and Maine.

[@nicolec.8009]

I miss this kind of content from you! THANK YOU ❤

[@johnaz1018]

You are right about the drivers lives there and worked on the road 40 years before getting out!

[@salliannebrown8129]

One of the best trips I've ever taken was through the northern part of CT, away from the coast. Litchfield is a lovely, friendly town with a great campground.

[@susanvirgilio4615]

Yep. I live in Litchfield County. Two campgrounds within fifteen minutes from home. Very quiet and woodsy but not too far from town. I visit the coast to get my dose of beach time in the fall, don't even try to go in summer, too crowded and too expensive. Steer clear of the I95 corrider until you get to Maine.

[@salliannebrown8129]

@@susanvirgilio4615, I was at a great campground just a few minutes from the distillery, winery and town. And 20 mins from a great flea market. Great state to visit.

[@lauracowan7615]

I’m from the CT coast area and we go up north to camp in CT or get right out of the state to Massachusetts to camp (I only do tent camping) CT is too residential without a focus on nature…there’s hiking and playgrounds but there’s just not enough wide open, untouched land. CT is a drive through state…not surprised by anything you have said so far. I think you will see a difference in NH and ME!

[@TonyYarusso]

I don’t know about other places, but here in Minnesota the EZ Pass transponder device itself is free, so you might as well. We don’t have actual toll roads here (just “express” lanes I don’t use) but I got one for trips through Illinois and Indiana. The actual toll rates are significantly lower if you have the device than paying by cash or mail.

[@RvTalkTv]

Last month we RVed from North Carolina to New Hampshire and back, the total we payed in toll cost was crazy! Lucky our camper only has one axle, so we saved a little money! Great video as alway though!

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

Heads up! The toll prices you see on the signs are NOT your prices if you are pulling a fifth wheel. We just back from traveling from Maryland to Ohio through PA and back to MD. We have $71.65 in tolls. And that is EZPass prices. If you don't have a pass, your tolls will be higher.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks for the heads-up, Cecilia! That’s a good reminder to keep an eye on those toll prices, especially with a fifth wheel in tow. Appreciate you sharing your experience! 🤗

[@SarahPelletier]

You should definitely check out Dolly Copp campground in New Hampshires White Mountains. Its a state park so you wont be paying the high private campground fees in New England. Water and electric site is $40 a night with a dump station when you leave. Oh yeah no wifi or cell service in the campground because you are at the base of Mt. Madison. It is an incredible campground. You should check out the Cog railroad up Mountain Washington. Love your videos.

[@phyllissmith2538]

About the toll roads sending you a bill. We did that in Texas and learned that they will charge you a late fee if you don't pay it on time, like a $15 late fee. Add that up over several tolls, and you're paying a fortune. We thought we would have plenty of time to pay it, but since it had to go through the mail, and we had to order our mail from Escapees, it was already overdue by the time we got it. We finally got a TX Tag and set it up for automatic payments, and we haven't paid a late fee since.

[@tinariley9390]

About the toll road fees. If you don't pay within a time frame they charge $50 late fee.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yikes! We certainly don't want to be paying a bunch of late fees. I will stay on top of it and also look into the EZ Pass. Thank you for sharing - Kyle

[@higherhands]

You should be able to go online to pay your tolls. When we went through CT we actually were able to pay just after we went through the tool booth. Might want to check it out. Late fees are crazy expensive.

[@SGreif]

Yall are so much fun!! So real and informative and fun!! Thank you!

[@lisaglaus7583]

That Wyland mural at 12:45! I first saw one in South Padre last winter. There are a series of them around the country. I'll bet there are quite a few in the northeast. Enjoy the season!

[@carriec5807]

I'm from San Diego and used to work right next to a Wayland gallery. It was so beautiful to get to look at his murals every day ❤

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh how cool!! We will keep our eyes peeled for more 🙂 Stay safe!

[@johnbalzano6588]

Used to live in CT (over 50 years) we also have a lake house in northern NH. CT was getting out of hand with taxes and just cost of living in general. Once my bank accounts and 401k accounts were stuffed we sold the CT house and moved permanently to our lake house. Now we are weekend warrior RVers. It's like a perpetual vacation. My wife and i now have low stress jobs. Sometimes we take a vacation from our vacation home.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

It sounds like you’ve found the perfect balance, John! Having a lake house and being weekend warrior RVers really does seem like a perpetual vacation. Thanks for sharing a bit of your story with us! We appreciate you watching 🙂

[@lynnfiegl4953]

I have noticed that there are not many campgrounds in the north. Happy Camping and Safe Travels! Hope yall hit all 6 states to finish the 50 states goal! ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻😺😺

[@frankhazelton4591]

Feb 21, 2008 - The tax is $25 per $1,000 of valuation (2.5%). The minimum tax is $5. The state motor vehicle commissioner determines the valuation based on the ...

[@JohnSeitz]

But each city sets its own rates.

[@teresawalker4492]

As a veteran of two New England trips in the past 7 years we found travel in the northeast slow. Our home is in southeast NM and found tolls differ from state to state with no universal pass from OK to ME. Therefore all our routes avoid toll roads. It may mean a few more miles or extra time, but driving through small towns is a great way to see America. Our daughter and family lives in Houlton, ME, and we recommend the KOA park there. The owners are friendly and excellent hosts.

[@thejulietbowler]

I recommend an EZ Pass and avoiding storrow drive or other low bridges in Massachusetts, too. Were famous for trucks and rv’s “storrowing.”

[@charley711away]

I've always lived on or near the coast (East of I95). Now live in the middle of the State of New Hampshire. We just got back from a 2 week plus trip to Montana and I was amazed at the S-P-A-C-E!!!! Once we got out of western New York state the roads opened up and the speed limits rose! So many songs came to mind "Wide Open Spaces", "Dirt", "Buy Dirt", "Dirt Cheap". Yes, New England states do have farms, small ranches and even vineyards, but nothing like out west. "Urban sprawl can't go very far as we are already packed in tight. We started slowly traveling a few hours away from home getting used to campgrounds and the etiquette that goes along with most. Not everyone is friendly and wish that RV parks/Campgrounds would put the seasonals/long term stays in one area and weekenders and a day or two in another area. GOOD Luck and GET an EZ PASS account FAST!!!

[@n1mie]

You're nor bashing on CT, but you are. New London, just down the road from me. I'm not originally from here, but I've been here a long time. I can tell you that it is expensive, but it is not the most expensive state in the union, not by a long shot. And there is lot to see and do here, especially here in southeastern CT. I hope you visited Mystic, the aquarium, the seaport, the village while you were here. NH is my state of origin, I'm looking forward to your video from there and ME.

[@henryfam58]

I think you guys are in for a rude awakening when you see how quickly the NE tolls add up on multiple axles and excessive height. Uncle Sam will hammer away at our pocket books wherever possible.

[@Michele_Joe]

Born raised, and lived in MA, NH, CT, for years. You nailed it 100% had co-workers remove their tops of the truck on RR bridges :) NH is the most RV-friendly. We are going back there this November to see Family and friends and were just planing out the trip and if to take the RV up or put the car on the AutoTrain. We have a toad behind the Class C which is not fun in the snow & ice which we did in Feb. one year. Been in Florida from 1994 with our 4th RV, but not full time. Let us know when you head towards West central Florida, we have both 50 & 30 amps.

[@virginiaschott4482]

I hoped you waved on you way pass at the MIddletown and Newburgh NY sign, you were in my neck of the woods. You don't have to wait, you can call EZpass and pay online. I'm at Mohonk Mountain house watching you with my breakfast. You guys would love this place, unfortunately not an RV place. But well worth the stay.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks so much for watching! We couldn’t do this without your love and support every week. That sounds like a beautiful place to relax 😌 And thanks for the E-ZPass tip! See you in the next video - Kyle and Renee

[@MsJRod2012]

You guys are awesome that you only have 6 more states to go! Wow!! I only went through the 11 Western States, since I had a bucket list of national and state parks to visit. I'm originally from New York, but I do not have any living family there anymore. Happy and safe travels to you!

[@carlfry873]

EZ Pass makes it so much easier....and is required in PA unless you don't mind getting numerous toll letters in the mail!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Great call and suggestion! Thank you for sharing this with us 😊

[@lindacyr7983]

A toll pass like EZ Pass saves money and time so yes. And with that it will work in all NE states down to N Carolina! 😊. Hoping you’re enjoying your time on New England- you will love Vermont!

[@billdernberger3357]

Just a FYI with ezpass at least Delaware make sure you put more than what you will use in 1 day even if you have auto replenishment. Our last trip drained more than what was in our account and they told us it doesn't replenishment when negative. ???? Oh and wife not happy I bought the dots pretzels as she's hooked too!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for telling us this! We will certainly keep an eye out. Sorry about the Dot's Pretzels...they are just too good to not share 😁

[@ravencustodio9275]

3:21- 3:38 Such a great insight

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We are so glad to hear ❤️ Thank you for your support!

[@WendyHornRN]

I highly recommend getting an EZ Pass, especially since you have family in PA. When you go through the EZPass system of highways, you will pay less for your tolls than when you have them mail you the bill. There is an extra price for the mailed one. (notice in your video that they told you the difference on the sign) And, you do NOT have to live in the state where you get an EZPass. I have 2 different states, one of them being NY. NY EZPass gives me discounts for THEIR bridges and tolls in and around NYC, which I travel to quite a bit. My home state would not give me the same. (BTW, I went to NYC as a travel nurse in 2006 and didn't leave until 2018)... And EZPass is in 17 states! Hope this helps!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks for the advice, Wendy! That’s super helpful info about the EZ Pass and something we’ll definitely consider, especially with our travels. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us!

[@JohnSmith-bb7rt]

In Gettysburg, Pa. now and head to Maine Thursday. Drove through several tunnels coming eastern Ohio, but no problems. Last time in Maine some friends and I bicycled back to Orlando. This will be our first time in an RV and with a 3 1/2 month old puppy. Should be an interesting trip, particularly our return to Florida driving through several major cities. I timed it for a weekend return but it could still be scary returning to historic Yankeetown, Florida. Enjoy Maine!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Sounds like an exciting adventure! Hope the trip with your new puppy goes smoothly. Thanks for the kind wishes and for watching our videos! ❤️

[@jaguarxjk475]

In my neck of the woods! Driven down those streets a thousand times, wish I could have met y'all! Safe travels north!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We are sorry we missed you! I hope our paths can cross one day soon 😊 Thank you for being here!

[@carlsanders4680]

OK, let me tell you my story about toll roads on NH. Me and my bride were in New Hampshire and not used to toll roads. At like 10 in the evening, we got to a toll booth on an exit. No place to through coins in like in GA and go through, that we had. No, it was a huge list of what you can and can not do and how to pay. NO COINS. As I am trying to read the instructions a large group of cars is pilling up behind me. It was only 50 cents, so instead of holding up traffic. I blew threw thru. Lights flashing and bells going off. Just take care of it when we got home. Glad I did. When I called NH to pay my toll. He was so nice but did tell me in the nicest way. If I had not called in within I think 30 days. My 50 cents would be like $30.00. They were so nice about it and glad to help me. They understood I was out of state and not used to their toll booths. Makes me want to go back even more. P.S. : Always have quarters, but this day and age. Have a child with you that knows more tech than you. LOL !!!!!!

[@risakoski1]

Hey guys we love watching your videos and we are sorry you are having bad experience in connecticut but it's not all connecticut bad for RV's you should come to back rock state park for only 17$ a day and it's beautiful. I hope you guys enjoy your journey in ct and continue a good job you do.

[@risakoski1]

Black rock state park in Watertown ct

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey there! I wouldn’t say we’re having a bad experience. We are just sharing some of the things we’ve noticed along our journey 🙂 CT is beautiful! Thank you so much for your continued support, it means a lot

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We will have to add Black Rock to the list!! Thank you

[@curtmyers6273]

I was an over the rode truck for 23 yrs, I traveled west, south west and all of the midwest. I'm from Minnesota. Now that I'm sort of retired I'm going to do more rving and see more of the sites I would have liked to have visited when I was trucking but the east is one part of the country I have no desire to see. I enjoy your videos keep em coming and be careful out there!

[@JB-ec3il]

Just now watching your video 3 weeks later. If you don’t pay your toll bills on time they make you pay massive late fees. Robin from Creativity RV had a whole video on this recently.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We appreciate you taking the time to catch up ❤️ You're absolutely right. We will be sure to stay on top of these. Thank you for your wonderful support!

[@alstaubin3699]

RV'ing full time so you think a trucking gps is worth the investment? Binging your videos, loving them.

[@Karen-k7b]

By the time you read this, you probably are already in Maine BUT... Massachusetts has some wonderful State Campgrounds and they don't cost $120 a night...even for out of towners LOL. We live about 10 minutes from the coast and camp at Salisbury Beach State Reservation constantly. There's nothing like the sound of waves while hanging out by your campfire at night...and beach pizza! Happy travels Hanks'!

[@vinnykeenan6355]

Well, at least you came through at the right time. If you were a week later you could have had a real adventure in CT. You missed the biggest rain storm and flash flooding in the last 70years in the area around Oxford and Southbury. Glad you guys are safe in your travels. Kim and Vinny in CT

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow, talk about timing! We’re definitely glad to have missed that storm. Thanks so much for the well wishes, Kim and Vinny! Stay safe out there!

[@tommypelkey4433]

Can’t wait to see your video from New Hampshire! That’s where I grew up, so will be nice to see! Live in Las Vegas now and don’t get to get back there often enough. My brother is an RV tech in Concord NH at Outdoor Sports Center and he always helps me if I have any issues with my camper that we bought there. Thanks for your videos and sharing your experiences with all of us!!!

[@randylnadeau]

Those spice racks on door nice for holding k cups

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Ooooh! Good idea! :)

[@terrysustar]

Hey Carl and Renee!! Love you guys. We have RVd for a few years. All the recommendations about EZ Pass are correct. However, you realize that it is only about $30 to get the transponder and 75 cents a month to keep it going. Then, the toll charges are put on any credit card you want. Once you get you'll wonder why it took so long.

[@scottmacmillan9707]

Get a ez pass for the East Coast tolls.

[@stevenkaskus6173]

I haven't been back East since 1974 but I always hated all those damned toll roads and in New Jersey the garden State parkway, all of a sudden you all got from freeway speeds to a dead stop for toll booth built across the whole thing and lines disappear and people start crossing all over to scramble for the shortest line or because their lane area has closed booths. Many "Accidents" happen at them and My grandparents and Aunt were in one and told of a horrific one where a older lady was tumbled in her car and thrown out and she was crawling up this hill all bloody with the top of her head cut off.

[@alphabetsoup7918]

@@stevenkaskus6173 I agree about the EZ pass, I'm a Canadian and every year we drive through NY Ohio Penn. as we head south for the winter, we got ours in 2018 and each year it updates and places the charges to our account and automatically withdraws, save a huge bunch of money and loads of hassle.

[@chuckfitzpatrick9147]

You need 2 ez passes, 4 wheel and 8 wheels.

[@scottmacmillan9707]

@@chuckfitzpatrick9147 most states register the axles as you cross the toll.

[@chuckfitzpatrick9147]

I never thought you’d show up here. You have a long rig. although I’m a FL resident I only pull my 28’ up there. It’s State Parks and way in advance reservations. But the fishing is worth it. Get 1 or 2 days of Scusset beach in MA, but buy a beach pass for Sandy Neck, it’s a few miles away. 9 miles of beach that’s beautiful and thankfully well maintained and preserved. But it’s only a nice day, nothing in tow. Best Lobster Rolls are at Superior Lobster & Seafood. We call it the ditch but it’s the Cape Cod Canal. Traffic is terrible here but I have a good friend that’s willing to sell you her Tunnel Pass, that avoids the congestion on the bridge. No spelling or grammar was changed, I’m changing my lures. Stay safe and enjoy.

[@AlexVidal-l1u]

After 15yrs I will leaving the fire department soon to start travel nursing with my with with our RV! Appreciate your videos with all your tips and tricks

[@MyWildernessAdventure]

You are spot on about Connecticut and I’m from CT! Very expensive and their roads are horrible. You guys are great and I hope you at least enjoy the view! And I agree the drivers are not RV friendly!

[@ShawnPatterson402]

Rving in the north east is different for sure. But nonetheless so many great places to visit and things to see and do. Actually maybe the differences from region to region is one of the things that makes RVing so much fun. Always something new.....continued safe travels...

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hi Shawn! Absolutely, the variety is what keeps it exciting! Thanks so much for your continued support and for watching our videos. Safe travels to you too

[@edgarcabrera7230]

Hello from Florida. We, ( my wifey and I ) have a Uni pass. We, bought it from Amazon. It covers, I believe 19 states. It covers quite a bit of those northern states

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

EZ-pass is the way to go on the east coast. Saves toll $$ in many states. Don't actually need to be a resident to get a pass from several states. Getting mail forwarded will almost guarantee a hefty penalty for "late payment". Great video!

[@JohnSeitz]

That’s so cool and weird… we stayed at that harvest host the night before you did! Wish we were late in leaving- seeing the Hanks would have made our year!! Happy travels 😊