Dry camping can make things convenient when on the road, however without a water hookup, the 20 gallon water tank can empty before you know it.
Here’s a super simple hack for filling your fresh water tank when dry camping and away from hookups.
- Before you start, make sure your gray tank is empty or has enough capacity to handle any overflow or runoff during the process.
- Attach a small hose to your RV’s fresh water inlet valve.
- Stick the other end of the hose into a water bottle or jug filled with fresh water.
- On your water system control panel, turn the selector dials to the “sanitize” setting.
- Tap that pump switch and let the water transfer from the bottle to your fresh water tank.
When you’re dry camping, water management is everything. This method is a great way to top off your tank using minimal gear—no need for pressurized connections.
Pro Tip: Keep a few pre-filled water jugs in your rig for emergencies or quick top-ups like this. They’re cheap insurance for a comfy camping experience!
