Montgomery, on the Alabama River
Mobile RV Repair Around Alabama's Capital, Montgomery
Alabama's capital moved to Montgomery in 1846, and Maxwell Air Force Base grew from a World War I repair depot. Our own base is in Thorsby, about 46 road miles away, and we service RVs on site.
- 46.2 miroad miles from Thorsby
- Montgomery CountyAlabama
Where the interstates meet the river
Montgomery has been Alabama's capital since 1846. Downtown lies along the southern bank of the Alabama River, and Interstates 65 and 85 both run through the city, with I-85 ending there. Maxwell Air Force Base, home to Air University, is also part of the city's story.[2,3]
For camping, Gunter Hill Campground is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers site near Montgomery, part of Alabama River Lakes. Recreation.gov places it on Catoma Creek and the backwaters of the Alabama River, with electric hookups and a boat ramp. Downtown, Riverfront Park has a riverwalk and a riverboat dock.[2,4,5]
By car, Montgomery is about 46 road miles from our Thorsby base, about 13 from Prattville and about 9 from Millbrook. A camper in a driveway, a storage lot or a campground is something we can come to.[1]
Montgomery notes for RV owners
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The state capital moved to Montgomery in 1846, and downtown lies along the southern bank of the Alabama River.[2,3]
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Interstates 65 and 85 run through the city, and I-85 ends there.[2]
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Maxwell Air Force Base grew from a World War I repair depot and now houses Air University.[3]
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Gunter Hill Campground near Montgomery is run by the Corps of Engineers' Mobile District as part of Alabama River Lakes.[4]
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Recreation.gov lists Gunter Hill at 561 Booth Road, on Catoma Creek and the backwaters of the Alabama River, with electric hookups and a boat ramp.[5]
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Montgomery has a humid subtropical climate with long, hot, humid summers.[2]
Montgomery questions on soft ground, shade trees and the interstate
General information. Every situation is different, so call us about yours.
How do I keep slides and awnings safe on soft or uneven campsite ground?
Wet or loose ground can let jacks and blocks sink, which twists the frame and strains slide-outs. Use wide pads under the jacks, level the camper before you extend any slide, and recheck after rain. Bring in the awning in wind or when you leave. A slide that binds or drags on the floor after a settle is worth a look before you force it. We can inspect it at your campsite.
Pine needles and sap keep collecting on my roof. What should I do?
Under heavy tree cover, needles, leaves and sap build up on a roof and clog the gutters and vent screens. Debris holds moisture against the sealant, and sap can stain and soften it over time. Clear the roof gently by hand or with a soft brush, never a pressure washer, and look at every seam while you are up there. We can check the sealant at your driveway.
What should I check before towing along I-65 or I-85?
Check the tires for pressure, age and wear, then confirm that brake lights, turn signals and the breakaway system work. Test the battery and the LP system at home, since a failure is much harder to deal with on a shoulder. If you ever smell LP gas, get everyone outside first, and shut off the gas only if it is safe to do so. We can look the camper over before a long run.
Can you come to Gunter Hill Campground?
We come to campsites. Gunter Hill is a Corps of Engineers campground near Montgomery that is part of Alabama River Lakes, with electric hookups and a boat ramp. The Corps may have its own rules for visitors and for outside service, so check with the campground first, then call 205-955-3054 and we will talk through what your camper needs.[4,5]
Do you work on a camper kept in a Montgomery storage lot?
A storage lot is one of the places we come to, though some lots limit repair work, so ask the lot manager first. Montgomery is about 46 road miles from our base in Thorsby by car. A lot visit suits a pre-trip check of the battery, tires, roof seams and refrigerator, and it saves finding a problem at the campsite.[1]
Where our work fits around Montgomery
Nearby towns on our service list
Road miles between town centers, measured by OpenStreetMap routing[1]. Towns with a page are linked.
Camper Trouble Along the Alabama River
Tell us what your camper is doing and where it sits, whether a driveway, campsite or storage lot. Call 205-955-3054 and we will talk through the repair at that spot.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in November 2026.