Traveling in your own RV has been popular this year. Because of limited park capacities, be sure to make all your camping reservations well in advance. Here are some parks that are easy to access and have space and hook-ups for your motorhome.
Death Valley
Below sea level, this park is the lowest, hottest and driest national park. You can reach Death Valley in two hours from Las Vegas. There are three campgrounds with full hook-ups. You can visit a ghost town, see bighorn sheep and lots of ravens and ground squirrels. There are over 300 miles of paved roads and 300 miles of improved dirt roads. If you bring your ATVs, there are several hundred miles of trails. Since this park is so remote, be sure to have extra parts and fluids for your RV. These can be purchased through an online marine RV maintenance site to get the best prices.
Grand Canyon
You will know how the Grand Canyon got its name when you look down into the mile-deep abyss. Most of the visitors travel to the south rim of the canyon; it is open all year. Driving your RV through the park can be difficult because of the number of vehicles during the busy season from March to October. You can park your RV at the campground and use the free shuttle to get around without the headaches of traffic. Trailer Village has full hook-ups, which can be especially nice in the heat of the summer.
Grand Teton
Would you like to sleep amidst a lodgepole pine forest, enjoy stunning views of the majestic Tetons and feel the serenity of Jenny Lake? Then a visit to Grand Teton National Park should be on your agenda. Colter Bay RV Park is open from May 6 to October 3. From your campground, you can drive north for less than 30 minutes and reach the south entrance of Yellowstone. If you visit one, you need to visit both!
Yellowstone
The first national park, Yellowstone offers geysers, scenic views, hot springs, rivers, mud pots and lots of wildlife. With five park entrances at the edges of the 2.2 million acres and ten visitor’s centers, you will want to plan your visit. Snowy conditions limit traveling with your motorhome from April to October (depending on the weather). During the winter season, the roads are still open at Mammoth to the northeast entrance. If you haven’t seen Yellowstone, you need to go. It really is very RV friendly.
Enjoy your travels through the West and stay safe in your own motorhome.
