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Camp hosts go fishing in Idaho with free campsite

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Camp hosts go fishing in Idaho, and get a free campsite. That could be possible as the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest needs camp hosts....

Thieves steal RV dealer’s identity, sell non-existent RVs with phony website

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We’ve written warning articles before—don’t buy an RV sight-unseen. But we’ve never seen an RV sales scam like this one. A very clever scammer...

Texas’ Smokehouse Creek Fire burns 500,000 acres, prompts evacuations

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UPDATE: As of Friday afternoon, Mar. 1, the Smokehouse Creek Fire has grown to 1,078,086 acres, with 15% containment. UPDATE: As of Thursday morning, Feb....

2023 Yellowstone National Park visits 2nd highest on record

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We reported earlier on how many visitors streamed into all national parks last year. Here’s a breakdown of just how one of the more...

AAA and RoverPass roll out a new trip planning tool

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Are you a AAA member? Then you’re probably familiar with the club’s Trip Canvas tool. It helps members plan trips. AAA and RoverPass have...

Keystone recalling Hideout and Springdale trailers for LP cylinder-related problem

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A bum welding job on propane cylinder mounts has led to Keystone recalling nearly 2,000 travel trailers. Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain...

Virgin River Campground goes cashless – Questions remain on payment method

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The popular BLM-managed Virgin River Campground, AZ, sees plenty of RVers traveling between Utah and Arizona. The agency says for the sake of “visitor...

RV manufacturers’ January shipments—Good news and bad news

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Which would you rather be, a motorhome manufacturer or a towable manufacturer? If you picked the latter, then you’d probably be rejoicing with the...

Forest River fifth wheel recall – Hitch failure could cause crash

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A Forest River fifth wheel recall will affect 429 RVs. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sanibel SNF3550 and 2021-2023 Sanibel...

RV manufacturer leads auto industry in 2024 recalls

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Who would think that an RV manufacturer would top all automakers in safety recalls in the early days of 2024? The RV manufacturer, the...

Kayaking in Death Valley? You bet, but not for long

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Here's a one-time opportunity for bragging rights for the rest of your life—about how you kayaked in the driest place in the United States....

Expect delays on Big Bend National Park entrance road

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Beginning Monday, February 26, and continuing through Friday, March 1, crews will make emergency repairs along the western park entrance road of Big Bend...

National Park visits up from last year, including in off-season

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WASHINGTON—While overall visitation continues to grow across America's national parks, visitors are increasingly discovering opportunities in less well-known parks and during the off-season. The National...

It’s camping season in Virginia

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If you’re hankering for a little East Coast camping, then rejoice: March 4 marks the day. Camping season in Virginia officially opens in all...

Camping World’s profit plunge: 2023 sees significant revenue decline

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Late Wednesday, February 21, Camping World announced the results of its 2023 year-end and fourth quarter (ending December 31, 2023) financial reports. The major...

New National Park site protects WWII Japanese incarceration camp

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America has a new National Park, following the Town of Granada, Colorado’s acquisition and donation of the land needed to establish Amache National Historic...

California’s new law could deter late cancellations and ‘no-shows’

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It’s official. A new California law (Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan’s bill, AB 618) went into effect as the calendar flipped from 2023 to 2024. The...

National Parks 2023 visitor report holds surprises – What about your favorite?

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The National Park Service has released its 2023 visitor report. As you might expect, the number of visitors was up. Last year saw 325.5...

It’s Maple Sugar Time in Indiana and you’re invited

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Enjoy a sweet taste of spring during the 47th annual Maple Sugar Time Festival at Indiana Dunes National Park. Come out and tour the...

KOA reports increase in bookings for 2024 season

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BILLINGS, Mont. (Feb. 21, 2024) – Kampgrounds of America, Inc.'s (KOA) latest monthly report showcases a significant uptick in travel bookings for the 2024 season, particularly...

Diesel up 15 cents, or is it flat? It depends on who you ask

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If your rig is diesel-fired, you likely watch the fuel price reports closely. This week is a reporting anomaly. Nationally, diesel prices are up...

LP tank bracket problem forces Forest River motorhome recall

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A Forest River motorhome recall falls on the heels of the discovery of potentially bad LP tank brackets. Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is...

It happened in California: Man catches freeway ride on a travel trailer—VIDEO

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For those who have suffered through the always-slow southbound traffic of I-15 near Barstow, California, you could probably use some relief. We’re not sure...

RV repair delays soar despite sales slump. Industry grapples with bottlenecks

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Last summer I reported on a possible silver lining to the gray cloud of plunging RV sales: The decline in high-margin sales meant dealers had...

Highway guardrails put to the test: Shocking results revealed as vehicles blast right through. RVers beware

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It’s the stuff you can make into a nightmare. You’re tooling down the highway, approaching a curve. What you don’t know is that the...

Forest River announces more layoffs; manufacturing plant to close

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On February 15, Forest River announced a new round of layoffs. The Elkhart, Indiana, RV manufacturer reported that a total of 83 workers...

Gasoline prices jump 12 cents in last week

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WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 15, 2024)—After months of barely budging more than a few cents, the national average for pump prices moved into the fast...

Dry Tortugas National Park campground to close for 45 days

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KEY WEST, Fla. – Dry Tortugas National Park has announced that its dredging and moat wall repair project will begin on March 11. In...

Forest River recalls some trailers for tire puncture danger

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Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2024 Coachmen Catalina and Forest River Aurora travel trailers. The tire may contact the slide adjustment bolt...

NY plan to curb campsite reservation cheating backfires

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It’s a problem that RVers frequently complain about: campsite reservation cheating. You try to get a site at your favorite campground, but despite time...

Dearfield Settlement: African American ghost town could become National Park site

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There are plenty of ghost towns around the American West. Many had ties to mining operations that went from boom to bust. But few...

Major summertime disruptions at Capitol Reef National Park

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Capitol Reef National Park is one of Utah’s “Mighty Five” parks, attracting visitors to the unique Waterpocket Fold feature. If visitors come after March...

Love’s RV Stop could be coming to the birthplace of Rockabilly

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Love’s RV Stop could be coming to the land of Rockabilly. Jackson, Tennessee’s regional planning commission has given the nod to a preliminary site...

Booking campsites is not as hard now, even as more people RV

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Back in 2022, people were screaming. If you wanted to go camping, they said, good luck trying to find a spot. A new survey...

Colorado’s BLM rules could hit RVers hard

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Heads up, RVers. Colorado’s BLM rules that are up for public comment could have impact on RVers who boondock. The new supplementary rules will...

Some GMC Sierra Duramax trucks may have glow plug issue, but fix is free

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Do you own a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup with the 3.0L LM2 turbo-diesel Duramax? Does that dreaded Check Engine Light come on? Turns...

North Carolina’s Triangle Expressway gets extended—and a toll increase

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Some call it the “TriEx.” North Carolina’s Triangle Expressway is the first “modern” toll road in Tar Heel State. It also has the distinction...

NY state park eclipse view spots sold out, but a KOA has a few

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The April 8 solar eclipse has drawn plenty of attention. New York’s 335 eclipse view spots for RVers and other campers have sold out....

Federal judge calls Thor’s warranty a scheme to deprive RVers of rights

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By Ron Burdge On January 6 a Federal judge in California issued a stinging rebuke to Thor Motor Coach while denying Thor‘s motion to have...

Atmospheric river creates temporary setback in Death Valley’s road repairs

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An atmospheric river caused a temporary setback in Death Valley National Park’s ongoing recovery from Hurricane Hilary. Most of the park’s primary roads have...

Market prices indicate now might be the time to buy an RV

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The latest wholesale used RV market information is out. The December sales figures, according to Eric Lawrence with Black Book, show a mixed bag,...

Gasoline prices steady, but get ready for increase

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Sticking to the slow lane since last week, the national average for a gallon of gas dipped slightly for a few days before rising...

RV fire leaves travel trailer toast

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An unoccupied travel trailer went up in flames Thursday morning in the Juniper Ridge area north of Bend, Oregon, but was quickly extinguished by...

Idaho BLM campground now offers 50-amp service; reservations now accepted

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Modernization of the electrical system at Idaho's Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Huckleberry Campground is complete and reservations for summer camping can now be...

Zion-Mount Carmel Highway – Safety concerns could mean dramatic changes

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There could be changes afoot that may affect RVers with big rigs at Utah’s Zion National Park. Park staff say they’re "consulting neighbors" and...

2023 RV retail sales – retailers sing the blues

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For RV retailers, the official 2023 RV retail sales figures are probably no surprise. In fact, they may be hearing a line from Mr....

Some Jayco motorhomes are being recalled – bad seat weld

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A bum weld could leave you on your bum – that’s why these Jayco motorhomes are being recalled. Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) is recalling certain...

New Florida initiative may ban RV stealth campers

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Governor Ron DeSantis is working with the Florida state legislature to ban RV stealth camping on public property throughout the state. At a press...

If you’re driving one these cars, stop or risk danger

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If you drive any of the vehicles below, stop right now. You could be in danger. If your vehicle is a 2003 or 2004 Toyota...

Truckers are frightened by proposed CDL rule changes. Are you?

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RVers sometimes find themselves at odds with the trucking community over road safety issues. This time, it appears they could be on the same...
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