RV trips are all about adventure, relaxation, and a little bit of chaos—whether it’s navigating tight campgrounds or figuring out why the water pump is making that weird noise.

But one question we recently asked our readers was far less stressful: Do you bring musical instruments on your RV trips?

We wanted to see how many RVers double as road-trip rockstars or campground crooners.

If you missed this poll, don’t worry—there’s always another one coming! Make sure to vote next time so your voice can be part of the fun (and so we can all judge each other’s taste in travel entertainment).

Now, let’s dive into the results—because nothing says “exciting data” like finding out whether your fellow RVers are secretly hiding a ukulele in their storage bay.

The Great RV Music Debate: 80% Say “No Thanks!”

The people have spoken, and the verdict is in:

  • 80% of RVers do NOT bring musical instruments on their trips.
  • While only 20% said yes.

That means for every one person strumming a guitar by the campfire, there are four others silently judging them (or just really enjoying the silence).

So, what does this tell us? Are RVers just not the musical type? Or is there a deeper, more hilarious reason behind these numbers? Let’s explore.

Possible Reason #1: “My RV Is Already Full of Random Crap”

Let’s be real—RV storage space is a precious commodity. Between the folding chairs, the extra propane tanks, and that one drawer full of mismatched utensils, where exactly is a banjo supposed to fit? For many RVers, the thought of squeezing in a guitar means sacrificing something critical—like their emergency stash of beef jerky. And that’s a sacrifice nobody’s willing to make.

Possible Reason #2: “I’m on Vacation—Not Touring with Beyoncé”

Some people travel to relax, not to audition for America’s Got Talent. The idea of practicing scales while parked next to a family with three screaming kids might not scream “vacation vibes.” Plus, let’s be honest—if you’re not a professional musician, your campfire rendition of Wonderwall might get you politely (or not-so-politely) asked to move sites.

Possible Reason #3: “I Bring My Spotify Playlist Instead”

Why lug around a heavy instrument when you can just blast your favorite tunes from your phone? Modern RVers have embraced technology, and let’s face it—Bluetooth speakers don’t require tuning. Plus, if you mess up the lyrics to Sweet Home Alabama, no one has to know.

Final Thoughts: Why So Many RVers Leave the Instruments at Home

After careful (and only slightly unserious) analysis, we’ve concluded that most RVers skip musical instruments for three key reasons: space, sanity, and sheer laziness.

Not everyone wants to be the campground’s resident troubadour, and that’s okay! Some of us prefer our trips to be less Woodstock and more napstock.

But to the brave 20% who do bring instruments—we salute you. Keep strumming, keep humming, and maybe consider playing something other than Hotel California for the 500th time. Your neighbors will thank you.

What do you think? Did the poll results surprise you? Drop a comment in our private Facebook Group or vote in our next poll—because if there’s one thing RVers love more than hitting the open road, it’s sharing their (strong) opinions about it.