Montana RV insurance

Montana is home to some of the most scenic drives in the U.S., making it a must-see for any RV enthusiast. From Going-to-the-Sun Road to iconic Yellowstone National Park, Progressive offers Montana RVers affordable protection for their motorhomes and travel trailers. Learn everything you need to know about RV insurance in Montana, including what coverages are required by law, what discounts are available, and cost information.

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Does Montana require RV insurance?

If you drive a motorhome, RV liability coverage is required by Montana law and can pay for damages or injuries you cause on the road. If you need more coverage than the state minimum, you can increase your liability limits to protect your assets. Here are the coverages and limits required by Montana law:

Coverage	What it covers	Amount
Bodily injury liability coverage (BI)	What it coversInjuries you cause to another while driving your motorhome	Amount$25,000 per person $50,000 per accident
Property damage liability coverage (PD)	What it coversDamage you cause to another vehicle or property while driving your motorhome	Amount$20,000 per accident

Montana also mandates uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage, but you may reject or lower this coverage with the submission of a signed form. Medical payments coverage (MedPay) is optional in Montana but could be a useful coverage that can help pay for medical expenses for you or your passengers, even if you're at fault.

Is it required to have insurance on a camper in Montana?

The state of Montana requires that you carry auto liability coverage for the vehicle that pulls your camper. Your auto liability coverage, however, won't cover damage to your travel trailer. There are coverage options available for those who want further protection. Learn more about travel trailer insurance.

Comprehensive and collision coverage

If you're financing or leasing your motorhome or travel trailer, lenders typically require RV comprehensive and collision coverage. But even if you own your RV outright, comprehensive and collision can be worthwhile safeguards against damage to what may be one of your most prized assets. These coverages may cover the actual cash value of your RV if your motorhome or trailer is stolen or damaged beyond repair.

Comprehensive covers events out of your control, including RV theft, vandalism, fire, hitting an animal, and weather-related issues. Collision covers your RV if you collide with another vehicle, tree, fence, guardrail, or any object.

How much is RV insurance in Montana?

The average premium for a 12-month Montana RV insurance policy at Progressive for 2023 was $1,213.54 for a motorhome and $629.36 for a travel trailer. Progressive offers RV liability-only policies starting at just $125/year,^* but your cost for RV insurance depends on many factors, such as:

Type and model: The more expensive your RV is to repair or replace, the more you pay to insure it. Larger, newer RVs often cost more than smaller, used RVs; and motorhomes typically cost more than travel trailers or pop-ups.
Claims history: Your history of filing insurance claims may affect your rate.
Driving record: Violations can increase the price of your policy.
Location: Your ZIP code can influence the cost of RV insurance.

Montana RVers can bundle and save with Progressive. Earn a multi-policy discount when you combine RV insurance with auto, homeowners, renters, boat, or motorcycle.

What's the best RV insurance in Montana?

Whether you're in Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, or any other city in Montana, the best RV insurance is an affordable policy with personalized coverage. Progressive is a leader in RV insurance, and we provide inexpensive RV insurance in the Big Sky Country without compromising on the protection you need to properly cover your motorhome or travel trailer.

Looking for the cheapest RV insurance in Montana? See some of Progressive's RV insurance discounts:

Multi-policy discount
EFT discount
National Guard discount
Original owner discount
Responsible driver discount

More RV coverages available in Montana

Get additional protection for your motorhome or travel trailer by adding the following optional coverages to your Progressive RV policy:

Total loss replacement: Covers the cost of a new motorhome or travel trailer if yours is totaled, provided the vehicle is less than five years old. After that point, the coverage pays the amount specified on your policy. If you have a new, never titled RV, you may be eligible for total loss replacement.
Roadside assistance: Covers the cost of a tow in case of dead battery, flat tire, or other break downs.
Replacement cost/personal effects: Covers personal items inside your motorhome or travel trailer, up to a specified amount, such as your smart phone, camping equipment, or television.
Emergency expense: Pays up to $2,000 for hotel and travel costs if your RV breaks down more than 50 miles from home. The minimum coverage amount is $750. If you have a full-timer's policy, emergency expense coverage may pay up to $7,500.
Vacation liability: If you're on vacation and someone is hurt in or around your motorhome or travel trailer, you may be covered up to a specified amount.
Pet injury: Covers vet bills up to $1,000, with no deductible, if your dog or cat is hurt in an RV accident.
Pest damage protection: Covers repairs, up to a specified amount, if a wild animal damages your RV.^**
Roof Protection Plus®: May pay to repair or replace the damaged roof of your motorhome, even if the damage resulted from normal wear and tear.^**

Find out additional information about our RV insurance coverages.

What if I live in my RV full time?

If your RV is your permanent residence, you may need additional coverage that a recreational RV policy doesn't offer. However, a full-time RV insurance policy may offer protection when your RV is your primary home with the following coverages:

Personal liability: Liability coverage on a full-timers policy can protect against liability claims if you're responsible for someone else's injuries or damages, even when your RV is parked
Medical payments: If someone hurts themselves in or around your RV, medical payments coverage may pay for their medical bills
Loss assessment: This coverage can pay for fees or charges from your RV association, up to $5,000

Fast facts for Montana RVers

Montana offers permanent registration for RVs that are 11 years or older. This registration doesn't need to be renewed as long as the owner remains the same.
Montana requires a standard Class D driver's license to operate an RV as long as it doesn't exceed 26,000 pounds. If it exceeds that limit, Montana requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Traveling to Big Sky country in your RV? See this list of the 10 Best RV Trips to Take in Montana from RVshare.