Since 1962, Come-See-Me has been the place to celebrate Spring.  Hosted by the town of Rock Hill in South Carolina, the Festival occurs over a 10 day period beginning on April 11th in 2013.  The Festival has been ranked in the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Spring Festivals for numerous years, awarded the Best All-Around Event in The Herald Buzzies for many years and has also been featured in Southern Living Magazine. There are so many activities and events happeni...

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In South Carolina there is a lovely RV Park called April Valley.  It’s located in the town of Pickens which is on the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains and near the town of Greenville.      If you prefer a campground that's small, serene, quiet, wooded area with a large pond stocked with fish, April Valley RV Park Fishing & Campground is the place for you.  There are just 27 sp...

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The story of the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins in a pub on Bridge Street in Hot Springs, Arkansas.  There, a few friends had gathered to share a few pints of a malted beverage.  The friends were talking about how the town could use Bridge Street’s 98 foot length to attract visitors to Hot Springs.     One of the ...

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Located in Oaks, Pennsylvania is a somewhat secret collection of vintage Americana.  The collection is owned by a single person who amassed the items over the last 30 to 50 years.         Hidden away in a former B.F. Goodrich tire plant, the 100,000 square foot building is packed with collections of all kinds – antique cars, motorcycles, toys, clocks, musical instruments, furniture...

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If you love glow of Christmas lights, then you need to head to Branson, Missouri!    The Branson area offers some of most spectacular lighting displays anywhere and was recently recognized as a Top 100 Event in North America .  Area businesses participate in the Festival by adorning their storefronts and grounds with colorful lights to further add to the spirit-fill...

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Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is one of the newest national parks in the nation and has some of the most diverse landscapes to be found within a small area .  The 30 square mile dunefield is surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks--some rising 13,000 feet.  The highest dune at 750 feet is Star Dune. It is the tallest dune in North America.            ...

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If the Albuquerque International Balloon Festival has left you with a desire for more hot air balloon interaction, there's one close by and soon! Get ready for the 32nd Annual Red Rock Balloon Rally!  We couldn’t think of a better way to follow up the world’s largest hot-air balloon than with the world’s 2nd largest hot-air balloon festival!  The Red Rock Balloon Rally takes place about two hours west of Albuquerque in Gallup, NM. During the festival over 200 balloon...

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Any season in Florida is wonderful for RVing, but if you’re a seafood fan, fall is the time to go! Fall is the time of year that many localities have Seafood Festivals.  From the end of September through the middle of November, towns from Destin to Naples will celebrate the Gulf’s seafood. Florida Seafood Festival, Apalachicola Bay One of the oldest is the Florida Seafood Festival, which will be held November 2nd and 3rd.  The event draws thousands to the heart of...

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When it comes to parties and parades, New Orleans does it up Big!  And, what better time to party than Halloween? From Anne Rice to Voodoo Queens, New Orleans has a strong claim on the Halloween top spot in the US.  The parties go on the entire month of October! You might want to start with one of the many haunted tours.  Haunted houses are as typical as vampires in New Orleans during the Halloween season.   ...

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If you are into rock collecting, then point your RV in the direction of Rock Hound State Park, which is close to Deming, New Mexico. The main park includes a 30-site campground, hiking trails and a visitor center on the west slopes of the Little Florida Mountains. The Spring Canyon Recreation Area is a day-use area located across the valley in the foothills of the Florida Mountains and includes picnic sites and hiking trails. ...

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Most everyone is familiar with the yearly gathering of hot air balloons that happens in Albuquerque each October.  But, did you know there’s a spectacular hot air balloon gathering each September at the White Sands National Monument?  Enjoy what has become a traditional sign of autumn in New Mexico, as colorful balloons take flight at the 22nd annual White Sands Hot Air Balloon Invitational. And thanks to the addition of the nearby Tularosa Basin Wine and Music Fest, visito...

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It's true!  You don’t have to travel to the Atlantic or Pacific to enjoy a beachside vacation. Wisconsin is home to a number of fabulous beaches along its Great Lakes coastlines. Here are four of the great state of Wisconsin's most impressive beaches that will leave you with no choice but to dive in and head to Wisconsin’s coasts! Big Bay Beach at Town Park Madeline Island     Trav...

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From Los Angles to San Francisco, California's Highway 1 is the sort of road you see in car ads and movies, one that begs to be experienced in an RV.       It has stomach-dropping turns, wide, clean beaches, and cliffs that plunge to the frothing ocean. It clings to the edge of the continent in a way that no road on the more dev...

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Texas is known for its real cowboys and Longhorn cattle, but it also boasts 367 miles of sparkling coastline fronting the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The coastal region averages more than 250 days of sunshine each year and offers a variety of seaside destinations, restaurants and experiences for travelers – especially those who enjoy RV camping. When most people think about Texas beach destinations, Padre Island usually comes to mind.   However, one of the best destinatio...

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We all know that RVs and birdwatching go together!  Whether you are in a designated wildlife area or boondocking, it's fun to watch the local birds.  Just to the southof Albuquerque, you'll find one of the top rated bird watching areas in the US!   Each season at Bosque del Apache NWR offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities. Peak visitation occurs in winter, when cranes, bald eagles, and l...

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Located in the southwest corner of Louisiana, the Louisiana Outback is wild and rugged piece of the U.S. filled with bayous, swamps, barrier islands and many National Wildlife Refuges.  The towns are few and spread out, but you will find they are big on hospitality.      Louisiana's Creole Nature Trail All-American Road is an opportunity to experience one of America's untamed nat...

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The annual Great American Duck Race in Deming - offering a family fun-fest featuring fast duck race competitions, Duck Dances, a softball tournament, a carnival, hot air balloons, barbecues, parades, craft vendors and nonstop entertainment - is August 24-26, 2012.   For the RVers, there are several RV parks to choose from. Hidden Valley Ranch RV Park     Nestled...

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No matter what season it is, San Diego, California is a beautiful place to visit. This beach city has the advantage of being not too hot in the summer and not too cold in the winter. San Diego is filled with many family-friendly attractions. Sea World is an amusement park for animal-lovers everywhere. Besides the typical rides and games, you will have the opportunity to get close to the marine wildlife. In Balboa Park, you will find the San Diego Zoo. Spend a day seeing the animals, watching sh...

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Have friends and family wanting to join you in some of your RV adventures but can’t  because there’s no room in your RV?  Maybe it is the other way round; you have friends with a RV and want to camp with them to see if you would like the RV lifestyle.  Consider visiting RV Parks and Resorts with Yurts.  Lots of RV parks and resorts have cabins or park models available, but a yurt is more like camping.    ...

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This beautiful park, in northern New Mexico, is known for its excellent sailing, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, cross-country skiing, and hiking.  It's home to the New Mexico Sailing Club. Clicking on the link will take you to the photo album for the club, where you can see some great photographs of the lake and surrounding area. A picturesque lake set among tall pines, Heron Lake State ...

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In a recent nationwide poll at About.com, readers voted Missouri the best state for camping. Montana and Colorado were next in the online voting.  You may be wondering - Missouri? Missouri has 86 state parks, and about half offer camping. Accommodations range from full-service sites with electricity, sewer and water, to 16 parks with hiking trails leading through the forest to backpack camping. Here are some special places you might want to visit. &nbs...

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You've probably noticed the mountains just outside of Las Vegas, but did you know that there is RV camping there?  When it's blazing hot in Las Vegas, head to the hills and enjoy a slight break from the heat!     Mount Charleston, Nevada, lies in the Spring Mountains northwest of the Las Vegas metropolitan area. Most of the mountain range is public land and there are campgrounds wh...

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Ever think about visiting our northern neighbors?  Take a look at some of the things that Vancouver, British Columbia has to offer!                 Beside the glistening waters of the Burrard Inlet and the majestic ancient forests of the North Shore, you’ll find Capilano River RV Park.   The park is at the north end of th...

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If your ideal Summer travel plans involve breaking free from the lines, gift shops, and gimmicks of many tourist destinations, then a trip to one of the country's 58 national parks may be just what the doctor ordered. The fresh air, natural beauty, and opportunity for adventure are what draw many families to visit the parks, and from coast to coast, there's truly something for everyone. Before making your travel arrangements, however, consider the reality of taking your family on this kind of v...

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Another hobby that goes well with RVing is bird watching.  If you picture a guy in a jungle outfit with a pith helmet and big binoculars around his neck, you have seen too many movies!    Bird watching can be a very casual and enjoyable pastime and RV travel can take you to places where interesting and unusual birds gather.  It can be a lot of fun to try and iden...

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    If you have a motor home – the summertime livin' is not only easy - it's FREE!!  It's your chance to enjoy free stays at wineries across the U.S!  It’s a new trend in this country, one that takes agritourism to a new level. There is a growing group of winemakers, farmers and other agritourism ventures li...

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It’s the smell that grabs you and won’t let go. . . .roasting green chiles.  To a chile fanatic, there’s nothing in the world that smells better!      You can get a real nose full of this hypnotic scent at the 41st Annual Hatch Chile Festival.  This is one time you want to be downwind of a s...

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You have arrived at a selected boondocking site and are ready to set up camp. Unlike a developed campground with a predetermined space in which to park your RV, you are likely to have many choices on where and how to position your RV in the boondocks.  Just like real estate, good boondocking sites are all about location, location, location.  Some considerations: Orientation     Will you want your rig in the sun to...

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Williams, Arizona has the distinction of having the last remaining stretch of Route 66 - until October 13, 1984. Despite the town’s long opposition and court battles, in the end Williams gave in gracefully and the 6 mile segment of Interstate 40 opened and bypassed Williams. But Williams lives on! It is another true Route 66 town. Williams not only survived but is at the heart of a Route 66 revival. The community takes pride in its special relationship to the Mother Road and it shows. ...

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Sevierville is a small Tennessee town just 11 miles north of Great Smoky Mountain National Park.  Located a short distance from Knoxville, the area is packed with activities and interesting places to visit like Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.  The perfect place to park your RV for taking in all the sights is the exclusive Two Rivers Landing in Sevierville.     ...

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If to you Memorial Day means paying respect for those who gave their lives in service to our country, Angel Fire, New Mexico may have just what you need to satisfy that desire.  This is especially true if you fought in Vietnam or lost a loved one who fought there.     The hauntingly beautiful Vietnam Veterans National Memorial, perched high on a hilltop overlooking the valley of Angel Fire, will be holding a ...

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A trip down Route 66 in Seligman is a trip back in time to the days when Route 66 was the Main Street of America. Seligman is a Route 66 town all the way. This delightful town retains all the flavor of the old road with many surviving establishments of the era.  The town retains a lot of its historic character with old sidewalk awnings and even a hitching post here and there. Seligman embraced Route 66 wholeheartedly upon its arrival in the late 1920’s. The railroad and tourist traff...

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Chalk Creek Campground and RV Resort, located between Salida and Buena Vista Colorado, has been rated as one of the top US RV Parks for several years in a row.  What does it take to make that list time and time again? The main ingredient for being named an A+ RV Park for years in a row is the managers/owners commitment to providing a well managed, clean, fun and unique place for families and people of all ages to enjoy.     ...

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Mark your calendars and make your reservations now for the 30th Annual French Quarter Jazz Festival. The dates for the 2013 Festival are April 11th through the 14th. April is Jazz appreciation month and there's no finer way to celebrate than visiting the place where jazz was born!  In addition to great jazz venues, the food is incredible too!  You'll find all sorts of local favorites to enjoy like Crawfish Pie, Bananas Foster and Po-Boys of all kinds. RV travelers can get...

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Probably the most evocative stretch of old Route 66 runs northeast from Kingman through the high-desert Hualapai (“WALL-ah-pie”) Valley, along the Santa Fe Railroad tracks through all-but-abandoned towns bypassed by the “modern” Interstate world. Leaving Kingman on a 20-mile-long straightaway, the road (now named Hwy-66) bends back south around the Peacock Mountains through the old railroad town of Hackberry.     ...

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    Located 50 miles north of Santa Fe, Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs is one of the oldest natural health resorts in the country and is considered one of the top 10 Best hot spring spas in the world, according to Spa finder.               ...

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One of the most desolate but satisfying stretches of the old Route 66 to drive, climbs from I-40 along the Colorado River, beginning just east of the California border and rejoining the freeway at Kingman.  Be sure you and your car are prepared for the rigors of desert driving because this 50 mile stretch of the highway through the desert is narrow and roughly surfaced with few signs of life.  Driving east from Needles ,the first town of interest you will get to in Arizona is Oatman, c...

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Heading east from Ludlow, the old Route 66 – now the National Old Trails Highway in this area – is a 75 mile long loop that ends at Needles. During the heyday of Route 66, Ludlow was a welcome stop for the tired and thirsty traveler, a place to rest and get away from the heat of the Mojave Desert.  Now, Ludlow has become yet another ghost town, having been left behind by the interstate highway travelers.  From Ludlow the old road goes slightly southeast, passing first thro...

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East of Barstow all the way to the Arizona border, old Route 66 survives in a series of different stretches alongside the I-40 freeway. The first place of interest, Daggett, is a rusty old mining and railroad town eight miles east of Barstow along the north side of the freeway. Old Route 66 runs due east from here, past the region’s unique claim to fame: the acres of shiny mirrors at the Solar One and Solar Two power plants, an experimental, 10-megawatt electricity generating station three...

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You can bet that if 30,000 RV enthusiasts voted for these parks and resorts, you can be assured that they are top notch and sure to please! Four-four campgrounds, RV parks and resorts earned all around “A” grades in the fourth annual consumer satisfaction survey of campgrounds, RV parks and resorts. More than 30,000 camping and RV enthusiasts participated in the online survey, which evaluated guest experiences at campgrounds, RV parks and resorts that are affiliated with the Nati...

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The National Park Service is once again offering Free Entrance Days at more than 100 parks that usually charge entrance fees.   You can take advantage of the Free Entrance Days from April 21st to the 29th, which is a beautiful time to explore New Mexico! The southern-central area of New Mexico has warmer temperatures earlier in the season, so point your RV in the direction of Alamogordo and visit White Sands National Monument, which has been described as a big beach without water....

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Located midway between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, at the point where I-15 veers north and I-40 takes the place of old east–west Route 66, Barstow was the first large watering hole west of the Arizona border, a role it still plays, judging by the numerous truck depots arrayed around town. It’s scruffy and a little scary in the way railroad towns can be, and along Main Street, the old Route 66 corridor, many of the old cafés and motels are now closed and boarded up. Barstow is ...

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1926 - the beginning of "Old Route 66".  It was designed to follow the "Old National Trails", such as the Santa Fe, Grand Canyon and Needles National Trails. The Helendale /Victor Valley area became the major link between desert outposts and the community of "Pueblo de Los Angeles" via such trails as the Mojave Trail, Old Spanish Trail, Santa Fe Trail, The Mormon Trail and the Sanford Freight Road-all linking up through the Cajon Pass.   ...

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Red River, New Mexico Here’s a great place right here in New Mexico that is perfect for RVing year round.  Whether you want to go skiing in the winter, or trout fishing and escape the summer heat, Red River is one of New Mexico’s best RV destinations. Altitude: 8,750 feet Average Winter Temperature: 40°F day/12°F night Average Summer Temperature:  75°F day/38°F night Average snowfall: 155" per year   ...

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If you’re looking for a place to get lost, take a trip to Shelter Cove, CA.  This locale has long been called the Lost Coast.   Seamen and fishermen have sought out Shelter Cove to weather storms for centuries.  Shelter Cove is a small fishing community that clings to the steep coast of California in a spot that has been inhabited off and on for many years, starting as far back as the thi...

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Nestled in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains is the Gate City: San Bernardino, California. San Bernardino is the link between the coast and the high desert via the Cajon Pass and is referred to as the Inland Valley.  Whether you’re looking for the old Route 66, wineries, mountain resorts, apple orchards, historic theatres, the solitude of the desert or the scenic drive to ocean beaches, make San Bernardino your base for exploring all of these. ...

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When you think of Texas, if you imagine tumbleweeds, brown, dry and flat scenery then you haven’t been to Hill Country!  There’s a whole ‘nother Texas out there!   Located roughly around the area of Austin and San Antonio, Texas Hill country offers a thousand different experiences to enjoy.   Texas Hill Country in the spring is the place to be.  It is when the hills begin to turn green, the bluebonnets and wildflowers bloom and the bats return!   ...

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Have you ever dreamed of digging in the dirt and finding a treasure?  Your dreams could come true at Crater of Diamonds in Murfreesboro, Arkansas. Crater of Diamonds State Park is the only public diamond mine in the world.  You can hunt for real diamonds and keep any you find!  Since diamonds were first discovered on the site in 1906, over 75,000 diamonds have been unearthed, many of which are of gemstone quality.     ...

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The next stop on our drive eastward on Route 66 from Azuza is Upland. In Upland, where the old road features a number of recently installed retro–Route 66 streetlamps, there’s a grass median strip graced by a statue of the pioneer “Madonna of the Trail” that officially marked the western end of the National Old Trails Highway, the immediate precursor to Route 66. The Madonna of the Trail is a pinkish, stony-faced pioneer Mom, in long dress and bonnet, strutting westward...

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New Orleans isn’t the only town that knows how to celebrate Mardi Gras. Red River, New Mexico joins in the celebration with daily parades with colorful floats, krewes in costume tossing Mardi Gras beads, live Creole music, and spicy Cajun cooking. Annual events include a children's ball, day parade down Main Street, bead tosses at the ski area, drink-making contest, a grand costume ball, kid’s costume contest, cajun cook-off, burning of the wild Tchoupitoulas (yep, that's how you sp...

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  The City of Azusa is nestled at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains. Its gentle slopes rise into the Angeles National Forest and overlook the San Gabriel Valley. The natural beauty is year round in Azusa. You'll find living in Azusa a friendly experience, meeting personalities through community churches, local schools, and civic events. Azusa is an excellent place to raise a family. The ambiance is that of a small community with strong historical roots, dating back to 1887 when the cit...

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      When it comes to RVing, fishing and boating, the absolute best destination in the state of New Mexico is Navajo Lake State Park. The campgrounds around the lake are suitable for all sizes of RVs including tent trailers, travel trailers & 5th wheels as well as motor homes.   Navajo Lake is New Mexico's answer to Lake Powell. This 15,000 surface-acre reservoir e...

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Looking for a first class RV resort in Las Vegas?  Look no further than the Oasis RV Resort! When you stay here you’ll experience the exciting environment of one of the most spectacular Las Vegas RV resorts.  The Oasis Las Vegas, with its tropical "Casablanca" theme, helps guests relax in sunny Las Vegas by day and see the bright city lights by ni...

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Whether you are motivated by an interest in its history, feel a nostalgic yearning for the good old days the route has come to represent, or simply want to experience firsthand the amazing diversity of people and landscapes that line its path, Route 66 offers an unforgettable journey into America, then and now. When you think of Pasadena, you naturally think of the Rose Parade but Pasadena has so much more to offer than that! There aren’t many choices for RV parking in Pasadena itself, h...

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If they don't serve green chile cheeseburgers in Heaven, then I don't want to go!  Is there anything better than green chile and cheese on a burger?  I don't think so!  My friends from other states are in amazement when they visit and find out that you can get green chile on a McDonald's, Wendy's or Burger King hamburger!  Of course, unless you're a chile addict like most of us New Mexican's, you wouldn't begin to understand the importance of green chile to living.  ...

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Santa Fe is undoubtedly one of the biggest draws in the state of New Mexico.  No place else equals the rich history, enchanting landscapes, unique food, museums, art and lovely people that you will find in Santa Fe. Traveling in a RV to Santa Fe is an easy journey, although there are many narrow streets that a big rig will have difficulty navigating like Canyon Road.  If you are driving a big rig, you would be wis...

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Beverly Hills   Swimming pools. . .movie stars. . .   Diehard old-roads fans will be pleasantly surprised to know that Route 66 across Los Angeles still exists, almost completely intact. Heading east from Santa Monica—and now marked by prominent beige road signs as Historic Route 66 1935–1964—old Route 66 follows Santa Monica Boulevard through the hearts of Beverly Hills and West Hollywood.   Close to Beverly Hills, you’ll find the Birmingham RV Park...

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If you have a desire to visit New Mexico to explore the various tribal lands and Native American Pueblo cultures in the state, there are many options for places to park your RV.  Because New Mexico is still fairly undeveloped in many areas, you may not always find water, sewer or electricity available. Be aware that New Mexico is a high desert climate, which means that in many places you will not find shade trees or “green” areas.  In the high desert, temperatures can va...

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One of the biggest undertakings in connecting America was one of the first transcontinental highways built from Chicago to Los Angeles.  It became known as the Mother Road – Route 66.   Rocky Mountain RV and Marine is located on Historic Route 66 in Albuquerque.  Better know as Central Avenue to us locals, you can travel the old route all the way through town.   The romance of Route 66 continues to captivate people around the world. Running over two thousand miles,...

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Valentine’s Day usually means something chocolate.  When you think of chocolate you might think of Hershey’s chocolate, right?  If you would like to immerse yourself in all things chocolate, drive your RV to Hershey, Pennsylvania.  A great campground to park your RV is the Hershey High Meadow Campground.  Hershey’s High Meadow Campground is located in Hummelstown, which is just a few miles outside of Hershey.  The campground offers: Paved road...

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What do you think about when you think of the Great Smoky Mountains?  Whatever it is, I’ll bet it doesn’t include fellows in kilts with bagpipes, old Studebakers or vintage Recreational Vehicles! The weekend of May 18th, 19th and 20th , take a trip to Townsend, Tennessee and you will get to enjoy a Vintage RV Rally, Studebaker Car Show, Troutfest and the Smoky Mountain Highland Games –along with fabulous scenery, art, good food and music. Townsend is part of Tuckaleechee...

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Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is what’s known as a Mega Park, which means it has more than 500 camping sites.  The resort has consistently received top honors in the industry and raving reviews from guests.   This year it was once again named “Park of the Year” in the Mega Park category.  So, what makes it so special?  With a focus on families, pets, having fun and building long lasting memories, the park sees guests retu...

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When you’re RVing in Las Vegas, and the excitement of all the lights and slot machine alarms finally wears off, there’s a fantastic Nevada State Park called Valley of Fire just a short drive up I-15, and it is definitely worth the time for an RV sidebar.  To get there just take I-15 north for about 37 miles and watch for highway 169 to the Valley of Fire.                                   &nbs...

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Booyah!  If you love all things Cajun like Gumbo, Jambalya, King Cakes, and wild parades, then head to Lafayette, Louisiana!  That’s right – Lafayette.  Bet you didn’t know that the city has the second largest Mardi Gras parade and celebration in the world.   Mardi Gras 2013 is the 12th of February, and it's not too early to plan your trip and reserve your RV site.      ...

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Back in the mid-sixty’s I was stationed at Walker Air Force Base near Roswell, New Mexico, and we made many trips out to Bottomless Lakes State Park to swim and enjoy the desert outdoors. The lakes have a high road that winds around the top of the mesa on East Side and a low road that gives you access to the waterline of most of the lakes.  In fact at one time the Can-Am race circut used to use the 2.5 mile road around the lake as a race track. The lakes are actually wate...

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The weather's getting Cooler but the deals are getting Hotter. It's the perfect time for an RV getaway to Las Vegas. Most everyone I know associates RVing with the great outdoors, but if you’re ready for a different kind of RVing, you might want to “roll the dice” in Vegas.  Cash in a few of those stocks or sell some of that gold you’ve been hoarding and head to the Nevada desert for some exciting RVing.  Amenities & camping fees differ greatly, but here ...

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The Rio Grande Valley in Texas offers a wide variety of interesting places to visit from South Padre Island to Mexico.  With a moderate climate and a nearly endless supply of sunshine, it makes an ideal destination for RVers. A wonderful place for a RV stay is the Mission Bell RV Park in Mission, Texas.  Here you will find a top quality community and outstanding facilities for the active  55+ senior crowd. The RV Park features 620 sites with grass and shade trees with reasona...

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When my new bride Martha and I decided to take up RVing we were just married and couldn’t afford a big rig, and besides we drove a little 4-cylinder Dodge truck so we weren’t going to be able to tow much weight.  1990 Palomino Pop-Up Camper We decided to go the pop-up camper route and finally found a 1990 Palomino that was reasonably priced.  Martha and I enjoyed the local trips we took in and around Cheyenne where I was serving with the Air Force.    ...

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A spectacular mountaintop setting. Breathtaking panoramic scenery.   Wildlife galore.  Royal hospitality.  A spectacular RV Park.  If this sounds like heaven to you, head for the Natural State – Arkansas and the Queen Wilhelmina State Park.  No matter what season you travel to this park, you will find something unique and special.  Queen Wilhelmina State Park High atop a windswept mountain near the western edge of Arkansas you will find the Ouach...

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If a RV park with pure white sand and uncrowded beaches sounds like heaven on earth to you, check out Topsail Hill Reserve State Park! Topsail Hill Reserve State Park is located in Santa Rosa Beach, 10 miles east of Destin, Florida.  Topsail has been named one of ReserveAmerica’s top 10 spots for “Amazing Locations”, “Fishing Spots”, “Hiking Trails”, “Tours and Events”, and “Unique Cabins”. Topsail features 178 RV sites wi...

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Tailgating has taken the place of picnics in America.  It's what we do now. While football games are the standard for tailgaters , Nascar, concerts and even polo matches have large crowds of tailgaters these days . Tailgating can be an unruly affair or a statement of style.  Tailgaters become communities of food lovers and friends as well as friendly rivals.  It's like a great American neighborhood! Everyone has their own idea of what tailgating is from the set up to the food....

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A couple of years ago Connie (my wife) and I took a trip up the Alaska Highway in our 2005 Winnebago Sightseer.  Some of the sights we saw were pretty cool.  Many of the animals that live in that area of the world hang out pretty close to the road, and when you’re traveling in a motorhome, it’s pretty easy to just pull over and enjoy the view. The Alaska Highway technically starts in Dawson Creek, British Columbia Canada and ends in Delta Junction Alaska, but there are m...

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You will discover an amazing amount of things to see and do in Carlsbad, other than the famous Carlsbad Caverns, which is a must see of you are visiting this area of New Mexico.  However, if it's the bat flight you're most interested in seeing, the bats go south in October and return in March.  Other attractions to explore and enjoy include the Living Desert Zoo and Garden Park, Brantley Lake State Park, Sitting Bull Falls and Roaring Spring.  You will find many places to enjoy ...

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For many years during the 1980s several avid bass fishermen from Albuquerque, New Mexico would caravan down to Lake Obregon Mexico for our annual February fishing trip.  My wife and I drove our Minnie Winnie Winnebago Class C motorhome and towed our Tracker bass boat, which was pretty easy due to the lightweight of aluminum Tracker boats.  All of us drove motorhomes of some kind and we all towed our bass boats behind them as well. Our 1979 Winnebago Minnie Winnie The fishing back...

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Viewpoint RV & Golf Resort, nestled in the shadow of the Superstition Mountains in Mesa, Ariz., is the place for RVers and golfers looking for some excitement or to kick back and unwind.   Play a round at one of the golf courses, read a book in the library, attend a silver-smithing class or sit down for a dinner show. Viewpoint RV & Golf Resort is the place for RVers and golfers looking for some excitement or to kick back and unwind.   Swimming Pool “It&rsq...

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Lake Powell History Lake Powell was created in 1963 when the Glen Canyon Dam was built to hold back the waters of the Colorado River.   Lake Powell is a vast blue lake surrounded by beautiful sandstone walls. Remarkably, it took 17 years for the lake to fill the canyon to the high water mark (3700' above sea level), giving America its second largest man-made lake - and a playground like no place else on earth. On May 24th, 1869, Major John Wesley Powell, an intrepid one-armed civil ...

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When someone thinks about traveling, the first thing that usually comes to mind, is a backpacking trip through Europe, a visit to Paris, or even a trip to a secluded tropical island. I would enjoy traveling the world as much as anyone, but I also know I don’t have to get my passport stamped to see some amazing things. We have all heard about exploring our own backyard, and to be honest New Mexico is an amazing backyard to explore.  In New Mexico, we have something for everybody: dino...

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The lake holds many surprises for first-time visitors. For example, who would expect a string of islands with sandy beaches? Or bald eagles? The islands are especially popular on summer weekends - they're the place to "see and be seen." Bald eagle watching is a popular autumn activity. Several charter companies offer special tours to view these majestic birds. Lake Texhoma Bald Eagle  Lake Texoma is great for all types of boating from power to sail. There's usually so much activity you c...

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Better plan on spending more than a day in Escalante Utah as there is more to do here than most people realize!  Consider staying at the Broken Bow RV Park which is located in the heart of what is referred to as the monument area.   The wide open spaces offer exceptional opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and biking. For those who enjoy four-wheeling there's an extensive network of off-road trails can be found throughout the region. Terrain varies from classic weste...

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They call it Grapevine for a reason!    Did you know that Texas is one of the top wine producing states in the US?      If you enjoy wine - or not - The Vineyards Campground on Lake Grapevine has a lot to offer.  The Vineyards Campground  is set off Texas Highway 121, just 17 miles from the heart of Dallas and Ft. Worth. From there, it's a quick drive to attractions like Six Flags, the Fort Worth Zoo or the Stockyards.      But what most go...

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Dead Horse Ranch State Park GPS Latitude: N 34 45.185 Longitude: W 112 01.327   Dead Horse Ranch State Park is located adjacent to and across the Verde River from the community of Cottonwood.  It is centrally located near several major population centers such as Flagstaff, Phoenix, and Prescott. When using Dead Horse Ranch as a base, one has a variety of attractions to visit, including: Jerome State Historic Park, Fort Verde State Historic Park, Red Rock State Park, Slide Rock Sta...

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Motorhome Magazine has named Riverview RV Park as one of the top 10 most romantic RV parks in the country. How appropriate is it that it's located near Loveland, Colorado?     Hidden beneath the cottonwoods at 5100 ft elevation, Riverview RV Park and Campground is near the Big Thompson Canyon entrance. The RV park is 30 minutes from the beauty of Estes Park and 20 minutes from the art, shopping and n...

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New Mexico is the perfect place to experience the wonderful southwest in your RV or camper!   Silver City, in the southern part of the state, offers a wide variety of activities from ancient cliff dwellings, hot springs, birdwatching and the historic downtown with many fine restaurants and art galleries.  Travel + Leisure Magazine named Silver City as one of America's Greatest Main Streets. If you are a Blues lover, Silver city is the place to be on Memorial Day weekend. ...

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 Palo Duro Canyon Just 27 miles S. E. of Amarillo, Texas, you will find Palo Duro Canyon State Park.    The park has 29,182 acres of the scenic, northern most portion of the Palo Duro Canyon.  Palo Duro is spanish for "hard wood" in reference to the mesquite and juniper trees that are abundant in the area.     The Canyon is 120 miles long, as much as 20 miles wide, and has a maximum depth of more than 800 feet. Its elevation at the rim is 3,500 feet abo...

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