During our first year on the road we tried to visit the Petrified Forest National Park on 2/18/2019 but it snowed so much overnight that NPS never opened the park. Just over three years later we were ready to try again. Petrified Forest National Park take two!
Read MoreWe were in Tucson for a week and had a lot of fun. Planning a trip to Tucson? We recommend you visit Saguaro National Park and camp at Gilbert Ray Campground, eat at Little Anthony's Diner, pet cats at El Jefe Cat Lounge, and visit Tombstone with this Groupon.
Read MoreWe recommend camping at Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground which is 35 minutes from hiking trails inside Joshua Tree National Park, and Chiriaco Summit Dry Camp Area for boondocking only about an hour away.
Read MoreDante’s View is worth the drive. At 5,475 feet it provides amazing panoramic views in just about every direction. Do the short hike out on the first ridge for spectacular views, especially at sunrise or sunset. Take on the crazy eight miles of Dante’s Ridge if you have the time and love challenging hikes!
Read MoreThe day’s adventure included the Mosaic Canyon hike with some rock scrambling, viewing the Mesquite Flat Dunes, checking out what is left of the old Keane Wonder Mill and Mine, a short walk along the Salt Creek Interpretative Trail, which was my favorite part of the day as we got to see pupfish swimming in the creek, and finishing the day learning about the "White Gold of the Desert," Borax.
Read MoreWhen you hear the name, all you think is “it gets really hot” but that’s not the case if you visit in March. We share things to do in Death Valley including hiking and rock scrambling in Desolation Canyon, walking at the lowest point in North America at Badwater Basin, and driving the scenic Artists Drive to check out the colorful hills.
Read MoreI knew nothing about this National Park and it turned out to be a gem, especially this time of year (late winter). Don’t let the narrow roads stop you from bringing your RV to Pinnacles. We loved being able to camp inside the park. The hiking trails, condors, and caves are worth the drive.
Read MoreDon’t make the same mistake we did! Here are our five tips for hiking Fern Canyon in the Redwoods: 1) Give yourself plenty of time to get there, 2) Don’t miss the stairs as we did!, 3) Bring a change of socks, 4) Pack a snack, 5) Want to see Elk? Get a later start.
Read MoreAs I was researching Crater Lake I read that the park has Ranger-led snowshoe walks on Saturday and Sundays during Winter and Spring. Neither one of us had ever been on snowshoes and we have had good experiences doing Ranger hikes so I booked us for the walk.
Read MorePlanning a vacation in Olympic National Park? We have some great information to help you plan your road trip. Including the Olympic National Park map, route from Seattle, RV camping, and things to do.
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