http://www.campingroadtrip.comArticlesen-US© 2007-2024 Camping Road Trip, LLC. All Rights Reserved.administrator@campingroadtrip.comNestled in the heartland of America is a place "where the wind comes sweepin' down the plain, and the wavin' wheat can sure smell sweet" - Oklahoma! Wasted as a flyover state, this grand land offers RVers historic highways to beautiful byways.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/top-five-rv-tours-of-oklahomaFri, 01 Apr 2016 09:50:38 GMTDon't let the name deter you; Death Valley National Park is one of California's most amazing attractions, offering over 3 million acres of diverse landscapes with an abundance of trails, campgrounds, and activities to keep the whole family engaged. With so much to offer, it can be a bit overwhelming when planning a trip there. So we've put together some different itineraries to help make sure you don't miss anything!https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/best-things-to-do-at-death-valley-national-parkMon, 12 Oct 2015 14:50:26 GMTThe Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the world's largest hot air balloon convention and, undisputedly, the most photographed event on earth. The Balloon Fiesta had its modest beginnings in 1972 when 13 balloons launched from a shopping mall parking lot to celebrate the 50th anniversary of local radio station KOB. In three decades the event has grown into a nine-day extravaganza.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/albuquerque-international-balloon-fiestaMon, 07 Sep 2015 20:16:49 GMTThe 59th Grandfather Mountain Highland Games and Gathering of Scottish clans conducted in Linville, North Carolina will be held between July 10-13 this year. Campers and RVers with a penchant for all things Gaelic can head to this beautiful mountain retreat, that is highly reminiscent of the Scottish landscape. The games are a riotous celebration of Highland culture with competitions in singing, dancing and athletics.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/grandfather-mountain-highland-gamesFri, 19 Jun 2015 20:47:32 GMTThe Upper Peninsula of Michigan (UP) is one of a few places left for great road trips where you can really feel like one with nature. There is so much to do that everyone will have their own spin on their vacation but here are our 6 choices for what you can do in the UP.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/michigan-upper-peninsula-camping-road-tripTue, 02 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMTFor over 90 years, the people of Wenatchee, Washington have been celebrating the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival. With many fun activities to do, including a carnival, food fair, parades, live entertainment and arts and crafts this is a great event for the family. Here's what not to miss.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/washington-state-apple-blossom-festivalTue, 28 Apr 2015 00:26:10 GMTCome, lads and lasses. St. Patrick's Day is just a couple months away. What better way to celebrate your Irish heritage than by loading up your RV and heading out on a road trip to America's St. Patty's hot spots with your friends. Here's our top five parades.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/take-your-rv-to-a-st-patricks-day-paradeSun, 01 Feb 2015 21:30:43 GMTThe Sundance Film Festival is the largest film festival in the U.S. and a must-go for the true American film enthusiast. The next Sundance will be held at Park City, Utah on January 22 to February 1 2015. Read on to find out more about the Film Festival and what to do on a visit to Park City in January.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/take-your-rv-to-the-sundance-film-festivalWed, 14 Jan 2015 03:41:07 GMTIn 2015, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees at over 100 National Parks in an effort to boost tourism. You may still have to pay for reservations, camping, and use of concessions, but hey, if you’re interested in paying less for your family vacation, read on.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/national-park-service-offers-free-entryTue, 13 Jan 2015 22:04:33 GMTPasadena, California, hosts the annual Tournament of Roses Parade, popularly known as "America's New Year Celebration." It is a grand spectacle encompassing flower-bejeweled floats, marching bands, equestrian shows, an inter-collegiate football game, a Rose Queen with her Royal Court and a Grand Marshall to boot. Park your RV in Pasadena and let us show you exactly what to see and do.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/tournament-of-roses-paradeMon, 08 Dec 2014 15:52:17 GMTDo you only use your RV for a short time every year? If so, then you need to know how to prepare your RV for long-term storage to keep it safe and protect it from damage. We have a step-by-step guide on how you can do just that.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/how-to-prepare-your-rv-for-long-term-storageMon, 19 Jan 2015 21:48:43 GMTPlanning to park your RV and wait out the winter off the road? If you do, you'll be missing out on some of the best seasonal spots and adventure there is. While RVing is generally considered fair-weather recreation, it doesn't necessarily have to be. There are plenty of ways to enjoy life on the road in the wintertime months, provided that you plan ahead.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/how-to-enjoy-your-rv-in-the-winterSun, 09 Nov 2014 17:25:42 GMTIn Tucson, Arizona not only will you find a beautiful desert landscape but also a rich history filled with Native Americans, Spanish missionaries, wild west lawmen and banditos. With Tucson’s beautiful surroundings your vacation can be; exciting, relaxing or any combination of the two.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/things-to-do-in-tucson-arizonaThu, 20 Nov 2014 21:32:49 GMTTo honor America's service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that areas managed by the department will not charge entrance fees from Saturday through Monday, November 10 - 12, 2012. This includes public recreation lands managed by the National Parks Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Recreation and Department of Agriculture.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/free-entrance-to-federal-parks-on-veterans-dayMon, 10 Nov 2014 23:05:27 GMTWith Halloween quickly approaching haunted houses are gearing up for another season of scares. From horror movies to roller coasters, it's a fact many people enjoy the rush of adrenaline fear provides. This month events are popping up across the country to satisfy the need to be frightened. We've come up with a list of the most terrifying haunted houses across the US.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/best-haunted-housesWed, 15 Oct 2014 21:28:38 GMTThe very first Big Pig Jig began in 1982 when a talented group of barbecue enthusiasts disagreed over who among them could cook up the most delectable pig. It was decided that the only real way to settle the dispute was to hold a pig cook off! As the gourmets' creativity grew, so did the event. It is now named among the Discovery channels top ten list of the "World's Best Barbecue Contests".https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/vienna-georgia-big-pig-jigFri, 24 Oct 2014 09:31:02 GMTYou may not realize it but the good old Buckeye State may be one of the country's top camping destinations this year. News recently broke the state's park system is set to receive $88 million in improvements throughout the next two years. To celebrate this we thought we'd tell you about three hidden state park camping gems in Ohio.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/three-hidden-state-park-camping-gems-of-ohioSat, 13 Sep 2014 14:16:31 GMTBurning Man has been drawing artists to the Black Rock Desert, near Reno, Nevada since its inception in 1991. The crux of Burning Man is a temporary community in the arid desert, where artists congregate and display their art pieces and watch the burning of the Man. It takes places annually around the Labor Day weekend. Let us guide you through the event and why you as an RVer should go.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/burning-manTue, 28 Jul 2015 11:11:42 GMTThe Wisconsin State Fair is the classic All-American family fun of music, food, games, contests, exhibits and carnival rides. The fair runs for 11 days and 11 nights during the warm summer days of August. There is just so much to do and see, and such a ridiculous number of food choices that you are too overwhelmed to know where and how to start. We have compiled a list of the top "must sees" to help you out.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/wisconsin-state-fairMon, 07 Jul 2014 21:22:40 GMTEverybody is hoping to have the best Fourth of July ever this year. Yet many people end up in the emergency room with injuries resulting from firework burns, extreme sunburn, water activities, and countless other mishaps. Keep your family, your friends, your pets and yourself out of the hospital by remembering these useful safety tips.https://www.campingroadtrip.com/tips-and-articles/fourth-of-july-safety-tipsWed, 11 Jun 2014 09:32:28 GMT