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Seven swell (and free) things to do in DFW, Texas

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Calling all cowpokes! Hitch up yer britches, saddle yer RV, and git yerself to Texas. I don’t wanna hear no bellyachin’ cause I’m fixin’...

The National Park System is more than just parks

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If you think the National Park Service (NPS) is only about the big-name national parks, think again. The NPS manages hundreds of different places....

Texas opens its first new state park in 25 years

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For the first time in more than 25 years, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is opening the gates to a state park...

Small towns go big for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations

Gail Marsh -
If you love a lively St. Patrick’s Day but don’t want the chaos of a huge city, the U.S. has several smaller places that...

Planning a Pacific Coast RV trip? These beach campgrounds belong on the list

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Dreaming about camping where you can hear the surf from your RV? A recent article from the travel site Islands rounded up several West Coast...

Mount Rushmore fireworks return for America’s 250th birthday—but tickets come with a catch

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Fireworks will once again light the sky above Mount Rushmore National Memorial in 2026. It’s part of a national celebration marking the 250th anniversary...

Escondido’s special gem: Deer Park Winery and Auto Museum

Gail Marsh -
Nestled in the northern Escondido, California, hills, this special place is worth a stop. Deer Park Winery and Auto Museum combines a small family...

Tecopa, CA: A tiny town with BIG surprises

Cheri Sicard -
You could easily miss the town of Tecopa, California. It’s one of those tiny dots on the map in the middle of nowhere that...

Big road trip on your bucket list? Here are 7 suggestions from The Dyrt

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If you’ve ever mapped out a big swing across the country and thought, “There has to be an easier way to plan this,” you’re...

An RVers’ week in Indianapolis before the Indy 500

Gail Marsh -
Indianapolis is a great destination for RVers who love museums, greenways, and more. Take a look at all Indianapolis has to offer. Then plan your...

‘The Bull’: An inspiring short film on aging, surfing, RVing, and Baja

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Some people measure success by what they own. Glen Horn measures it by a single surf at sunset in Baja California. In Eric Ebner's...

Why is Buc-ee’s so hugely popular with RVers?

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By Chuck Woodbury PUBLISHER AND FOUNDER I spend a lot of time examining the visitor statistics of the RVtravel.com website, trying to glean what subjects readers...

Think that America is the RV capital of the world? Think again!

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By Chuck Woodbury North American RVers who have not traveled abroad much may think that we here in the U.S. and Canada are the big...

Everything to know about the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration

Gail Marsh -
Springfield, Missouri, has been chosen to host the National Kickoff for the Route 66 Centennial. If you love cars, music, history, and big small-town...

RVers’ guide to Death Valley’s 2026 rare superbloom

Gail Marsh -
Superblooms in Death Valley? That seems like an oxymoron to me. However, early signs indicate a rare superbloom for the area this year, 2026. The...

An RVers’ guide to New Orleans

Gail Marsh -
We’ve wanted to visit New Orleans, but felt overwhelmed by all there is to do. Add to that a few health limitations that need...

The top 8 day trips from Quartzsite

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By Cheri Sicard Every winter millions of RVers descend on Quartzsite, Arizona, just over the California border, to boondock and attend the annual RV show...

Following Lewis and Clark’s route in an RV

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By Cheri Sicard On a sunny April morning in 2019, Slim Potatohead camped in Tennessee and later discovered something surreal: a satellite had captured the...

A website I love turns your RV travels into terrific adventures

Gail Marsh -
Want to travel in your RV but need to stay close to home? Or are you planning upcoming travel for the year and want...

Visiting California’s dramatic Devils Postpile National Monument

Gail Marsh -
The Devils Postpile National Monument is a dramatic spot in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The monument is located off the back side of Mammoth Mountain...

American ‘henges’ worth an RV pit stop

Gail Marsh -
You’ve heard about the original Stonehenge. However, did you know that the U.S. has its own collection of "henges"? Who built these American henges and...

Five fantastic (and free) attractions in Southern California

Gail Marsh -
Southern California has a lot to offer RVers. Here are five free things to do when you’re visiting beautiful SoCal. I’ll also toss in (at...

Free boondocking at the world-famous Bagdad Café on Route 66

Cheri Sicard -
In 1987, German director Percy Adlon released a small, gentle film that went on to touch hearts all over the world. Bagdad Café was...

After a decade-long closure, Scotty’s Castle reopens for tours in Death Valley

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Limited tours are returning to one of Death Valley’s most unusual landmarks, but RVers will need to plan ahead. If you’re mapping out a winter...

Three offbeat Arizona museums to visit, and where to camp nearby

Gail Marsh -
If your RV adventure through Arizona has you craving something a little off the beaten path, perhaps a quirky stop is in order. These three...

10 Eastern Sierra must-visit stops along California’s U.S. Highway 395

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By Cheri Sicard U.S. Highway 395 in California runs along the Eastern Sierra and is home to arguably some of the most spectacularly beautiful scenery...

What it was like using ChatGPT to plan my RV trip. Did it work?

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Two disclaimers on RV trip planning with ChatGPT before we begin: I hate trip planning. I am not overly fond of AI, either. As...

RV travel trends for 2026 show a shift to slower, smarter travel

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Every year, a new wave of RV travel reports comes out, packed with charts, forecasts, and trend predictions. And every year, the big question...

10 unusual places to visit in Florida

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By Cheri Sicard The video below from Sunshine State Insider proves there is far more to Florida than Disney World! It shares ten unusual places...

Napa Valley for RVers: It’s more than wine

Gail Marsh -
California’s Napa Valley is known for its award-winning vineyards and wineries. You may be surprised to know that many other wonderful activities draw visitors...

Like dinosaurs? Go to Utah!

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For RV travelers with a sense of wonder, Vernal, Utah—known as Dinosaurland—isn’t just a scenic stop along your journey; it’s one of the richest...

11 Route 66 ghost towns in Missouri

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By Cheri Sicard How can a 34-mile stretch of road hold so many near-forgotten places? On this Route 66 drive between Carthage and Springfield, Missouri,...

Vancouver to Calgary: Canadian RV road trip on a budget

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In the video at the end of this post from Day Hiker From The Six, we go along on an 8-day RV run from...

Are blue highways best for RVers?

Gail Marsh -
If you’re an RVer, blue highways may be best for you. What are “blue highways”? Read on to find out! A bit of history The term...

Small, historic U.S. train depots worth a visit

Gail Marsh -
If you love tiny-town charm, roadside history, and easy pull-through parking for an RV, historic train depots can make the perfect stops. These national treasures...

Take a walk around the world… from your chair!

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Ah, my YouTube algorithm knows me so well—walking, traveling, discovering new places—except I’m currently sitting at my desk, wrapped in a blanket, working on...

Travel Route 66 by drone: Amazing footage from Illinois to California

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By Cheri Sicard Route 66 feels different when it’s seen from above. In the short video at the end of this post from Travel with...

These may be America’s most beautiful outhouses

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It is highly unlikely that any RVer or other person who has ventured inside an outhouse has ever seen one as interesting or beautiful...

When Quartzsite had its own bank in a motorhome

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Last week, Chuck Woodbury joined Tony and Peggy Barthel on their podcast and discussed his 50-year anniversary as an on-the-road reporter. During their discussion,...

Finding the Christmas spirit in Poinsettia Mine, Nevada

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By Dave Helgeson In the spirit of Christmas, Poinsettia Mine, Nevada, is this month’s featured ghosted place. I would have written about the ghost town...

Quartzsite, Arizona: 20 reasons why so many RVers love it

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For some RVers, Quartzsite is a must-stop each winter. For others, it's one stop, then never again. Ask RVers who have been there what...

Zion National Park’s new Discovery Center to open in 2026

Gail Marsh -
If you’re planning a trip to Zion National Park in 2026 (or beyond), there’s a new reason to consider the park’s less-visited east side....

10 secret Buc-ee’s rules nobody tells you about

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By Cheri Sicard Do you enjoy visiting Buc-ee’s, the super travel stops with lots of great things to see, do, and eat, plus seemingly endless...

Upcoming holiday events at national park sites across the U.S.

Gail Marsh -
Here’s a list of special events at national park sites happening all around the United States in December and some even into January. Make...

National Park Service announces 2026 fee-free entry days, changes who qualifies

Gail Marsh -
The National Park Service updated its list of entrance fee–free days for next year. The agency and the Department of the Interior published the 2026...

Visiting Solvang, CA: The Danish Capital of America

Gail Marsh -
If you’re traveling in your RV and want a bit of Europe without hopping on a plane, Solvang, CA, is a perfect detour. Tucked into...

Oklahoma I-35 roadside attractions and oddities

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By Cheri Sicard Anyone who has driven I-35 through Oklahoma knows it can turn into a long blur of highway. In the video at the...

Visiting and camping near stunning Cannon Beach, Oregon

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If you recognize this jagged sea stack silhouetted against its wide sandy shore, there’s a good chance you’ve watched the movie, "The Goonies". The...

Stay in this little remote slice of heaven. No RV needed

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By J.R. Montigel Okay. We'll be honest. We realize this article is about a place in Alaska that few, if any, of you will ever...

Join a celebration of the Wright Brothers first powered flight

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On December 17 at 8:30 a.m., the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, NC, in partnership with Dare County Schools, First Flight...
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