Why families start with a Class C
A Class C motorhome is built on a van or truck chassis with a cab you will recognize from a work van or pickup. The over-cab bunk adds sleeping space without making the RV longer, so many Class Cs sleep a family of four to six.
They drive more like a large van than a bus, which makes them a common first rental.
Driving and parking
Class Cs fit in more campsites than a big Class A and handle mountain roads more easily than a big trailer. They are still tall and long: watch clearances, take wide turns and use lower gears on long descents.
Getting around at camp
Once you are hooked up, the motorhome is your only vehicle unless you bring or tow a car. Many families plan day trips before they set up, or rent bikes in town.