RV Registration
Washington RV & Camper
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or camper in Washington — fees by vehicle type, title requirements, inspection rules, and official DMV links. Washington registers motorhomes as motor vehicles with fees based on vehicle value and weight. Travel trailers and fifth wheels have a separate fee structure. Washington's natural beauty, national parks, and ferry system make it an excellent RV destination.
Annual Registration
Title Required
1,100 RV Parks
2026 RV Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Motorhome Fee
$43
Value-based plus weight fee; new high-value motorhomes can pay $400–$700+ total in first year
Travel Trailer
$30
base registration fee
Title Required?
Yes
For all RVs and trailers
Inspection?
Not Required
No emissions test
Registration Fees
Washington RV Registration Fees by Type
Washington charges registration fees based on Value-based plus weight fee; new high-value motorhomes can pay $400–$700+ total in first year. Registration period: Annual.
Class A/B/C Motorhome
$43+
Self-propelled motorhome (any class). Fee is the base rate — heavier or newer RVs may pay more.
Travel Trailer
$30+
Bumper-pull travel trailers. Towed behind a pickup or SUV. No motor.
Fifth Wheel
$30+
Fifth wheel trailers towed by a pickup with a hitch in the bed.
Popup / Folding Camper
$30+
Fold-down popup campers and tent trailers.
Requirements
Washington RV Titling & Inspection Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Title Required | Yes — required for motorhomes and most trailers |
| Safety Inspection | Not Required |
| Emissions Test | Not Required |
| Insurance Required | Yes — 25000 |
| LPG Inspection | Not Required |
Size Limits
Washington RV Size & Weight Limits
Length Restrictions
Maximum 40 ft single motorhome, 61 ft combination.
RV Camping
Washington RV Parks & Campgrounds
Washington has approximately 1,100 registered RV parks and campgrounds, making it one of the top RV destination states.
Important Notes
Washington-Specific RV Rules
Washington charges an RTA (Regional Transit Authority) tax in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. Washington has a Recreational Vehicle Use Tax (RVUT) for out-of-state RVs used extensively in Washington.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Washington State Department of Licensing (www.dol.wa.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the state DMV before registering.