RV, Motorhome and Bus Towing in Fort Collins and Northern Colorado
A broken-down motorhome is not just a vehicle problem. It can really mess up your family’s whole vacation sitting on the side of the road. A disabled bus means a load of passengers who need to get somewhere. RV and bus towing is a specialty for Choice Towing & Recovery. Our heavy towing team understands how delicate RV and bus bumpers and skirting can be, and we take care to tow them without adding damage. Call our 24-hour dispatch at 970-482-0159.
Why RVs and Buses Need Specialized Towing
Motorhomes and buses are heavy, long and built differently from trucks:
- Long rear overhangs. The distance between the rear axle and the back bumper can be several feet, which limits how a coach can be lifted without dragging the tail.
- Fiberglass and thin skirting. Body panels, skirts, ladders and storage bay doors crack easily if a chain or hook touches them.
- Low-mounted equipment. Generators, leveling jacks, holding tanks and steps hang close to the ground.
- Air suspension and air brakes. Many diesel pushers and buses need the air system handled correctly before towing.
- Driveline protection. Rear-engine diesel coaches and buses usually need the driveshaft disconnected or the axle removed.
Our heavy towing operators have experience with all brands of large RVs and approach each coach with those details in mind.
Types of RVs and Buses We Tow
- Class A motorhomes, gas and diesel pushers
- Class B camper vans and Class C motorhomes
- Fifth-wheel trailers and travel trailers
- Toy haulers
- Coach buses and motor coaches
- City and transit buses
- School buses and small shuttle buses
- Church and activity buses
RV Trouble Spots in Northern Colorado
Northern Colorado is a gateway to the mountains, and RV traffic follows the scenic routes:
US-34 through Big Thompson Canyon to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. The canyon is narrow and winding, with few pullouts long enough for a motorhome. Overheated engines and brakes on the climb and descent are common.
SH-14 through Poudre Canyon, a popular route for campers heading to the campgrounds along the river and over Cameron Pass. Services are few and far between.
US-287 north toward Laramie and the Wyoming line, where crosswinds catch high-profile vehicles.
Horsetooth Reservoir, Carter Lake and Boyd Lake, where motorhomes and trailers run steep, crowded campground roads.
I-25, the main route for RVers passing through the Front Range on the way north or south.
When Your RV Breaks Down
- Get as far off the road as possible. In a canyon, look for the widest pullout you can reach safely.
- Turn on hazards and put out triangles if you have them.
- Get passengers and pets to safety, away from traffic. Do not stand behind the coach.
- Call 970-482-0159 or share your location from Send Location. Cell service in the canyons is spotty, so send it when you have a signal.
- Tell dispatch the make, model, length, gas or diesel, and whether you are towing a car behind.
If you are pulling a toad, we can handle both: the motorhome and the vehicle behind it.
Bus Towing for Operators and Fleets
When a coach or transit bus breaks down, the priority is getting passengers safely off the road and onto a replacement. Our job is getting the disabled bus out of the way and to your shop or depot. We tow city buses, coach buses and small buses throughout Larimer and Weld counties, and we work with fleet managers and operators any time of day. Commercial customers can find our credit application on the contact page. For other commercial vehicles, see medium-duty towing and police and fleet towing.
Getting Your RV to the Right Shop
Not every repair shop can work on a 40-foot diesel pusher. Before you choose a destination, call the shop and confirm they handle your type of coach and have room for it. If the repair will take a while, ask the shop about on-site storage. If your RV dealer or a specialty shop is farther away, we also provide long-distance RV and motorhome towing. See long-distance towing.
Moving RVs In and Out of Storage
Not every RV call is a breakdown. Northern Colorado’s camping season is short, and a lot of motorhomes and trailers spend November through April in storage lots around Fort Collins, Wellington and Greeley. A coach with dead batteries, flat tires or a mechanical problem after sitting all winter may need a tow to the shop before the first trip of spring. We can schedule those moves ahead of time so your RV is ready when the campgrounds open. The same goes for fall, when you want a coach moved to storage or to a shop for winter repairs.
Off-Road and Campground Recovery
RVs get stuck as well as broken. Rain-soaked campground roads, soft shoulders and a misjudged turnaround can leave a motorhome or fifth wheel mired or hung up. Our heavy wreckers can winch out and recover large RVs. See winch-out service and off-road recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you tow a diesel pusher motorhome?
Yes. Our heavy towing operators tow large Class A diesel pushers, with attention to the driveline, air system and rear overhang.
Will towing damage my RV’s bumper or skirting?
We know how delicate RV and bus bumpers and skirting can be and take great care to protect them during hookup and transport.
Can you tow my motorhome and the car I am pulling?
Yes. Let dispatch know you have a toad so we can plan for both vehicles.
Do you tow fifth-wheel and travel trailers?
Yes. We tow fifth-wheel trailers, travel trailers and toy haulers.
Can you reach me in Big Thompson or Poudre Canyon?
Yes. We cover the canyon routes, but narrow roads and limited pullouts can slow the response. Dispatch will give you an honest time estimate.
Call for RV or Bus Towing
Call Choice Towing & Recovery at 970-482-0159 for RV, motorhome and bus towing anywhere in Fort Collins, Greeley and Northern Colorado, 24 hours a day.
