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Expect delays this weekend on I-17 through Phoenix

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Southbound Interstate 17 will be closed at Jomax Road in north Phoenix this weekend for ongoing pavement improvement work, according to the Arizona Department...

Groups fight 91,000-pound heavy trucks on freeways

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If you think heavy trucks damage roads, look sharp. If you worry that heavy trucks pose safety issues on the highway, listen up. Under...

Man steals Yellowstone Park tow truck, claims to be federal marshal

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It sounds like the plot of a B-grade comedy. A man steals a Yellowstone Park tow truck, takes it on a joyride. When authorities...

Woman dies at Disney World; hubby can’t sue because they had tried Disney+ TV

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UPDATE: Disney World backpedals on potential wrongful death lawsuit A woman dies at Disney World. Her grieving husband sues Disney for wrongful death. Now legal...

Two struck by lightning at Glen Canyon

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Monday, August 12 will no doubt be a memorable day for visitors to the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Two people were struck by...

Utah’s famous Double Arch collapses after 190 million years

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A renowned 190-million-year-old rock formation in southern Utah, known as the "Double Arch," has collapsed, according to national park officials. The popular natural landmark,...

Death Valley experiences hottest July in its history

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DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – Death Valley National Park experienced the hottest month on record this July with an average 24-hour temperature of 108.5°F (42.5°C)....

Park ranger encourages campgrounds to go ‘cashless’

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In the U.S. Army, it's said “Rangers lead the way.” In the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, it’s often park rangers leading the way...

Studies reveal Key Bridge collapse could have been prevented

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If officials had followed recommendations made 20 years ago, they might have prevented the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The shattering revelation comes from...

Bear attacks 3-year-old girl in Montana RV park

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A 3-year-old girl was attacked by a black bear Sunday night at 10 p.m. while she slept in her tent at Perry’s RV Park...

BLM fees could jump in 7 Colorado counties

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BLM fees could jump for camping and day use in seven Colorado counties. The Bureau of Land Management says they want to hear from...

Crater Lake National Park’s north entrance closed for now

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The North Entrance to Oregon's Crater Lake National Park will close beginning today, Tuesday, August 13, to allow firefighters on the Middle Fork Fire...

Death Valley heat claims another victim

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We reported earlier about the July 4th heat death of a motorcyclist in Death Valley National Park. Sadly, Death Valley heat has claimed the...

RVer says he was inside his rig when L.A. quake hit – How about you?

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Early this afternoon, August 12, a 4.4 magnitude earthquake rattled Los Angeles. One RVer says he was inside his rig when the L.A. quake...

Airstream debuts 2025 travel trailer updates

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JACKSON CENTER, OH –  This season’s key product debut is the new Trade Wind 23FB travel trailer – a nimble Trade Wind model that...

Ford Mustang or Bronco buff? There’s an e-bike for you

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.If you’re old enough to remember the original Ford Mustang or Ford Bronco, then you’re probably at the age where riding an e-bike sounds...

Scenic stretch of U.S. 395 in California to shut down for two weeks

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Planning a trip along California’s eastern Sierra Nevada? Check your calendar and your routing. A beautiful section of U.S. Highway 395 in California will...

Help find these stolen RVs: August 10, 2024

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Every Saturday, RVtravel.com reports on stolen RVs, tow vehicles and sometimes related items from across the USA and Canada. We urge you to keep...

What’s new at campgrounds and RV parks, August 10, 2024

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Compiled by Janet Groene We scan the web, including local news and industry sources, for information about campgrounds and RV parks across North America. Those...

Three deaths reported in single week at popular national park

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Rangers at the Grand Canyon have located the body of a missing person, marking the third death at the national park since July 31,...

Perseids meteor shower peaks this weekend: Best viewing for RVers

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This weekend, RVers across the U.S. have a front-row seat to one of the year's most spectacular celestial events—the Perseids meteor shower. Known for...

New Texas RV park offers affordable housing for local industry workers

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A newly established RV park in Portland, Texas, just outside Corpus Christi, is providing residents with a much-needed affordable living option, particularly benefiting those...

Gas prices drop, way down from year ago

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 8, 2024)—Falling by just three cents since last week, the national average for a gallon of unleaded gasoline hit $3.45, similar...

Joshua Tree National Park visitors cited for firing paintballs at signs, structures

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Three visitors were cited for firing paintballs at signs, bathrooms and dumpsters throughout southern California's Joshua Tree National Park on Aug. 4. Law enforcement rangers...

Cougar prowling Banff National Park campground. Alert issued

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Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! OK, we haven’t reported on any tiger incidents this year (yet), but we have warned about bears....

Propane explosion blasts RV and RVer. But wait, there’s more!

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The pictures are frightening enough. A motorhome with walls and roof blasted away. The headline is priceless: “Camper sent to hospital after propane tank...

Already bad, RV sales worsened in June

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The memorable tagline to the movie "Jaws 2" ran, “Just when you thought it was safe to go in the water.” It might apply...

Dad and son dig up big diamond at Arkansas State Park

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When Will and Marshall Barnett from Buckeye, Arizona, left for a “boys’ week” road trip, little did they know they’d come home with treasure....

BLM says Lake Havasu burros must go

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Snowbirds delight in Arizona’s wild burros. Oatman, Arizona, depends on downtown burro traffic to bring tourists, carrots for the burros, and credit cards for...

Is BLM land open? New system lets you know

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When an emergency comes up, it sometimes closes public lands. It could be something unforeseen that poses a public safety risk. It might be...

Too-smart bear that kept campground closed captured

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We wrote earlier about the bear that outsmarted Utah rangers and kept a campground closed for weeks. That smart bear wasn’t smart enough. The...

Cape Hatteras expecting big hit from Tropical Storm Debby

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Got a date to camp or visit Cape Hatteras National Seashore? Be sure to pack your water wings. Cape Hatteras, NC, is warning Debby,...

Nine most dog-friendly campgrounds

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RVing with Fido? Get more Wow! for your bowwow if you pick one of these “Top 9 for K-9s.” It’s a list of “favorite”...

Will Tropical Storm Debby impact your RV plans?

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As the Southeast U.S. braces for more high winds and drenching downpours, many RV enthusiasts are wondering: Will Tropical Storm Debby impact our RV...

Jayco recalls motorhomes for electrical fire risk

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Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Entegra Anthem, Aspire, Cornerstone, Reatta, and Reatta XL motorhomes. The battery cables may not be the correct...

Police release video of RV threat suspect takedown

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Last month we reported on the terrified woman who called police to report that a man was threatening to burn her and her children...

Lemonis’ Camping World in trouble again over American flag

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Update: San Joaquin County decided Thursday, Aug. 8, that the Camping World store’s 130-foot-tall flagpole and the flag can stay up. Some call it the...

RVing in Texas this week? Troopers will be watching

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If you’ll be RVing in Texas this week, be on the lookout—the highway patrol is watching closely. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)...

RVers lost their home to wildfire, but reunited with lost dogs

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Imagine being sound asleep in your rig. Suddenly there’s a pounding on your door, and shouts of “Fire!” It happened to a Crook County,...

BLM wants your help identifying more recreational land

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The Bureau of Land Management is often in the news for its role in leasing public lands for commercial use. Here’s a switch. The...

Rattlesnakes pose additional threat to wildfire firefighters

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Update August 9, 2024: The Quarry Fire is 100% contained and burned a total of 580 acres. Firefighters continue to battle the Quarry Fire in...

Hurricane Debby tosses trailers at Cocoa, FL, RV park

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At least one person was hurt and one RVer left homeless when Hurricane Debby tossed trailers in Florida. Late Sunday night, the hurricane made...

Help find these stolen RVs: August 3, 2024

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Every Saturday, RVtravel.com reports on stolen RVs, tow vehicles and sometimes related products from across the USA and Canada. We urge you to keep...

What’s new at campgrounds and RV parks, August 3, 2024

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Compiled by Janet Groene We scan the web, including local news and industry sources, for information about campgrounds and RV parks across North America. Those...

Tiffin RV recall: Blown fuse may cause engine shutdown

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Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. (Tiffin) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Phaeton, Allegro Bus, and Zephyr motorhomes. The PowerGlide chassis controller may have insufficient circuit protection, which can...

Free entry to all U.S National Parks on Sunday

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This Sunday, August 4, 2024, marks a special occasion for RVers, nature enthusiasts, and families across the United States. All National Parks will offer...

Forest River recalls some 2025 trailers for microwave issue

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Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025 Cherokee CKT20-0G travel trailers. During installation, an incorrect length screw was used to install the...

A third of West Coast camping trips disrupted by wildfires, disasters

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A third of West Coast states camping trips are getting turned on their ears. Wildfires or other natural disasters are disrupting camping plans, up...

Oregon’s Beverly Beach campground reopens after 11 months

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One of Oregon’s most popular ocean-front parks is back in business. The Beverly Beach campground reopened today, August 1, following 11 months of utility...

BLM nabs arsonist—One more for the dumb crook files

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It seems half the continent is on fire. Wildfires are blazing across the U.S. and Canada, breaking records in both size and number of...
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