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RV business leaders explain why Canadians are canceling travel plans

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Earlier this month RVtravel.com ran a story by Gail Marsh, Canadian RVers rethink U.S. travel plans. Judging from the volume—and volatility—of readers' comments, the...

Is Cracker Barrel banning ‘overnight camping’?

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While cruising across America, having an overnight spot while transiting between destinations is great. There’s always “Camp Walmart,” but many RVers like a more...

Sequoia National Park’s incredible Crystal Cave reopens to the public

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After a four‑year hiatus, the marble‑lined passages of Crystal Cave will open again on May 23, 2025. Visitors can take advantage of the 50‑minute...

Celebrate National Park Week April 19-27, 2025

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National Park Week is not just a celebration—it’s also an invitation to explore the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage showcased in our country’s...

Park Service gets real with photo guide to wildlife poop

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Walking on the wild side can lead to steppin’ in it. The National Park Service just released a guide to wildlife poop. Hang on,...

New Dyrt feature lets RVers search for campgrounds by drive time, not just distance

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There are plenty of apps RVers can use to find campgrounds. Trouble is, they’ll tell you “how far” it is to a campground, but...

Park Service warns of launch by ‘high capacity assault cow’

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“Ah, spring! Temperatures are warming, the birds are chirping, and large wildlife will soon be unwilling participants in your unflattering selfies.” Yes, it’s time...

Forest River issues recalls over sewage venting into living space

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If you own a certain Forest River trailer or fifth wheel and you just can’t shake the smell of your black tank, you may...

Catch a riverboat ferry ride near Love’s newest RV stopover

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“Old Man River” just keeps rolling along. But fewer and fewer ferries cross the Mississippi. Want to catch a ride on a piece of...

Justice for nature: Park vandals could serve up to one year behind bars

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It’s been a long time coming, but justice may yet be served. We reported a year ago that two vandals were being sought by...

Lawsuit accuses Winnebago and Grand Design of defective frames, misleading marketing

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A nationwide class action lawsuit against Grand Design RV, LLC and Winnebago Industries, Inc. has been filed on behalf of thousands of consumers across...

What RVers need to know about the Michigan State Park closures

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If you're planning an RV trip to northern Michigan this spring or summer, it's important to be aware of recent developments. A severe ice...

Amazon internet satellite launch doesn’t get off the ground

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In the space war between billionaires, Amazon’s Jeff Bezos took a hit when weather forced the scrub of Amazon’s first major internet satellite launch....

Interior Secretary orders national parks to stay open amid staffing cuts

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“We, the unwilling, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have done so much, for so long, with so...

Two entrances to Yellowstone to open April 18

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MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 18, 2025, select entrances and roads in Yellowstone National Park will open for...

Forest River recalls some trailers: wiring could melt, cause fire

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RV manufacturer Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling some 2025 Coachmen Apex and Remote travel trailers. The solar panel wiring may have been...

Love’s new Ohio stop is RV-ready and road-trip approved

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RVers looking for an overnight spot in the Buckeye State can find a new one in Belmont. Love’s has now opened it’s fourth new...

Frito-Lay recall elevated to most serious risk level

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If you like to crunch Frito-Lay’s Tostitos Cantina-style corn chips, look out! The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it has elevated a recall...

Canadian RVers rethink U.S. travel plans

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(Note: The following article focuses on Canadian RVing “snowbirds.” However, many U.S. citizens will also be interested because we’ve befriended our northern neighbors for...

Register to see the incredible 2025 Blue Ghost Firefly event

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Registration opened Tuesday, April 8, 2025, for the Blue Ghost Firefly Event Tour in North Carolina. You really should see this stunning display! It’s...

Utah’s ‘biggest party ever’ canceled after BLM intervention

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You may remember those “kegger” events of your youth. A few high school kids got together somewhere out in the brush. Somebody cranked up...

Jayco recalls some motorhomes for fuel leak danger

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Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Entegra Anthem, Aspire, and 2025 Reatta XL motorhomes, equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. The remote fuel...

Launching soon: Amazon’s affordable satellite internet will rival Starlink

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Many RVers have embraced Starlink’s satellite-based internet service. It seems like the perfect match for us, with access to relatively high-speed internet service anywhere...

How will RVers be affected by latest tariffs?

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On Wednesday, April 2, President Donald Trump announced his Liberation Day—telling Americans what countries would have what tariffs imposed. In the end, nearly every...

Are more drivers ignoring traffic laws?

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Is it just our perception, or are drivers increasingly ignoring traffic laws? We’re accustomed to driving the speed limit and having folks overtake us—that’s...

Gasoline prices jump a dime since last week

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WASHINGTON, DC (April 3, 2025) – Gas prices jumped this past week, with the national average for a gallon of regular going up by...

Grand Canyon to raise camping fees

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Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park will implement a fee increase for front country standard campsites at Desert View, North Rim and Mather Campgrounds starting...

Acadia National Park to adopt cashless fee system

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Beginning April 15, Maine's Acadia National Park will transition to a fully cashless fee system of mobile payments, credit cards or debit cards at...

Newmar unveils first compact Class C RV

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To address the changing needs and discerning tastes of today’s RVers, Newmar, a premium manufacturer of recreational vehicles that are the pinnacle of luxury,...

Virginia campground ordered to pay $750,000 for racial discrimination

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In a significant legal decision, a Virginia jury has mandated that the owner of Lazy Cove Campground at Smith Mountain Lake pay $750,000 in...

Homeless swarm RV manufacturer’s lot, move into RVs, destroy many

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In California’s City of Industry, nearly 50 brand-new RVs meant for sale have become makeshift homes for homeless squatters. Once stored on a lot...

Unpaid toll scam targets drivers nationwide

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The scammers are back at it. Fraudsters are once again sending text messages claiming you owe unpaid tolls. They warn you to pay immediately...

Gas prices headed up, but still down from last year

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WASHINGTON, DC (March 27, 2025) – With Spring Break in full swing, drivers are paying more at the pump compared to last week. The...

Shades of COVID: Tariffs threaten toilet paper supply amid rising costs

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The specter of empty shelves in the toilet paper department may be coming back to haunt Americans. Toilet paper tariffs? As President Donald Trump...

Joshua Tree NP to temporarily close its busiest entrance

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Planning a trip to one of Southern California’s most popular national parks? If it’s Joshua Tree, here’s a heads up. If your visit comes...

Steep price hikes expected on Ford Super Duty trucks

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Looking to buy a new Ford Super Duty truck to pull your trailer? Better add some more dollars to your wallet. According to a...

Vandals strike NPS historic Nike missile site, causing extensive damage

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While you may not have visited the SF-88 Nike Missile Site in California, you likely recall the Cold War years. Between 1953 and 1979,...

Thor recalls thousands of rigs: Slide-outs could extend while driving

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More than 4,000 Thor-built motorhomes are being recalled out of concern that their slide-out rooms could extend while the rig is heading down the...

To save our national parks, should we surcharge foreign visitors?

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Are our national treasures in trouble? At the end of the last fiscal year, the National Park Service was looking at nearly $23 billion...

RV manufacturers’ sales to dealers: Towables edge up, motorhomes continue skid

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Is it "déjà vu all over again”? It’s a few days too early to tell, but the most recent report on RV manufacturers’ sales...

Camping World CEO’s defiance leads to legal battle: Civil suit filed

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It looks like the game is going into overtime. The football analogy is playing out in Greenville, North Carolina. As we’ve reported, Camping World...

National park cold case cracked: Homicide victim identified after 42 years

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It was 1983 and investigators at Utah’s Arches National Park were stumped. On a cold winter’s day, park rangers found a body in the...

BLM will pay you to camp host at these Montana spots

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Fond of the Big Sky Country? You could have a spot in a scenic Montana campground and get paid to stay there. The Bureau...

Ranking the 10 most lethal national parks

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Last year, U.S. National Parks saw more visitors (331.9 million recreation visits) than ever before recorded. No doubt most came to relax and enjoy...

RVers risk it all to save Oklahoma RV park from approaching wildfire

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Call them heroic, or call them foolhardy. Call them whatever you like, but two Oklahoma RVers are now credited with saving an RV park...

Love’s rolls out new overnight spots in Louisiana’s Cajun Country

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What’s your favorite hot sauce? If you’re a fan of Tabasco, then Love’s latest RV hookup site is right up your alley. Avery Island...

Washington’s Olympic National Park hits the lottery—sort of

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RVers, if you’re planning your next adventure to Olympic National Park, there’s some exciting—and unprecedented—news to share. The much-loved Hoh Rain Forest is set...

Heartland RV joins Jayco family amid Thor Industries shakeup

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By Cheri Sicard In the video below, Josh the RV Nerd wants to clear the air about some significant changes happening at Thor Industries that...

10 states explore possible speed rule changes

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How fast you can go—or how slow you’ll need to go—are hot topics on America’s highways. Fully a fifth of U.S. state legislatures are...

Forest River towables recalled for breakaway switch miswiring

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While we don’t think of them often, a trailer breakaway switch is a critical safety part. If your trailer comes loose from your tow...
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