Cripple Creek, Colorado and its sister city, Victor, are located about an hour southwest of Colorado Springs at an elevation of almost 9,500 feet. Although it is known as one of Colorado’s casino towns with plenty of modern casinos, the Cripple Creek area has a rich and vibrant history. Ute tribes used the land as part […]
5 Fall Activities To Try In Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Steamboat Springs, home of over 15 Olympic skiers including Billy Kidd and Johnny Spillane, is widely known for its champagne powder skiing, but the town makes for a great getaway year-round. This northern Colorado town sits about 3 hours west of Fort Collins and is a delightful mix of outdoor adventure, cowboys, and history. The […]
Adventure Awaits In The Last Frontier
Though you can’t drive all the way to Juneau, Alaska from the lower 48 without taking a ferry somewhere along the way, once you’ve arrived in the remote Alaska state capital, there’s plenty to see and do. RVers will appreciate the incredible natural beauty of Mendenhall Campground. Set on the shores of Mendenhall Lake, this […]
These Rock Formations Look Like Something From Another Planet
In the last installment, we were heading north from Nevada’s Echo Canyon State Park into Spring Valley State Park. In this installment, we will explore Spring Valley State Park north of Eagle Valley Reservoir. The paved road you have been traveling on will turn to gravel (suitable for all RVs) as you leave the improved […]
Go Camping In One Of Nevada’s Lesser Known State Parks
Just east of Pioche, Nevada lays Echo Canyon State Park. You are not likely to find it listed in many travel guides, but if you are an adventurous RVer (like me and my wife), make sure you detour off Highway 93 for a couple of days to explore the area the next time you find […]
You Won’t Believe How Colorful These Hills Are
Many visitors to Oregon overlook the central and eastern part of the state and head straight for the Portland area or Pacific coastline. But one of the state’s most amazing natural wonders is hidden east of the Ochoco Mountains and as a result is usually much less crowded. The Painted Hills form a colorful desert […]
Go Camping In Green Mountain National Forest
When someone mentions boondocking, you typically think of public land in the western states. Mention boondocking and snowbirds in the same sentence and most people will narrow it down to the desert southwest and places like Quartzsite, Arizona where RVers migrate by the thousands every winter. But did you know that boondocking (dispersed camping) is […]
The Hidden Gems Of Southern Indiana
Exploring the outdoors and learning about local history are examples of the many treasures offered in southern Indiana. The Corydon area has a lot to offer, namely the Battle of Corydon Park, which memorializes the only battle of the Civil War fought on Indiana soil. Corydon is also home to Hayswood Nature Reserve and O’Bannon […]
Don’t Miss This Top Resort In Sunny Central Florida
Set in sunny central Florida, Sanlan RV & Golf Resort is a major draw for visitors regardless of the time of year. Located in Lakeland, Sanlan Resort features 531 sites and enough activities to keep you busy for a year or more. Offering one of those main activities is the Sanlan Golf Course, which features […]
Historic Sites That You Shouldn’t Miss In Arizona
Those that follow this blog on a regular basis know I like to seek out and explore the lesser-known attractions across the West. When I learned we could visit both historic Fort Apache and the nearby abandoned Kinishba Ruins in Eastern Arizona for only $5 per adult, it was added to a recent itinerary. Following […]
The Best Places To Visit In Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, which sits at the base of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountains, has long been a tourism destination. The second largest city in Colorado behind Denver, Colorado Springs offers a host of quality RV parks to go with an impressive list of golf courses. Two good examples include Mountaindale Cabins and RV Resort […]