As the sun began to set, bathing the snowy San Juan Mountains and denuded aspen branches in dazzling shades of gold, I finally had to admit: “We're in trouble.” In January of 2022, my cousin, her dog, and I were knee-deep in powdery snow in New Mexic

Millions of visitors from all around the world flock to Yosemite each year. Narrow lanes on windy roads take you alongside beautiful granite cliffs, past grand sequoias, and down to the valley floor. There is a collective admiration for the nature th

What do most of the best golf courses in the country have in common? You're probably thinking price— greens fees that resemble your monthly mortgage payments. Or maybe history comes to mind. Golf is an age-old tradition, after all—from Pebble Beach t

Many RVers and van-lifers are either retired or work for themselves through content creation, freelancing, and other gigs that offer the flexibility that is necessary for a life on the road. I was one of them, but after starting my remote, 9–5 job, I

YOU WAKE UP TO A CRISP, SUNSHINE-SOAKED morning in Zion National Park with hiking on your mind. There are footprints in the snow on Angel's Landing Trail—other folks also chasing the kind of view that imprints on a traveler's heart. Spindly trees lux

In the tapestry of my memories, my father's presence is woven into the fabric, each thread an adventure: the Milky Way shooting across the Sierra Nevada, the powdery snow beneath our ski tracks, and the hum of tires on the open road along I-70. His s

If you've ever been to the Berkshires region of Massachusetts, then you'll probably agree with my opinion that this area is truly a slice of paradise. The highland region is nestled in the state's cozy west, and runs all the way from the New Hampshir

The first time I passed through Urbana, Illinois, I was making my way from Bellingham, Washington, to Cape May, New Jersey, on a month-long Amtrak trip. The route took me east over the Cascades, the Rockies, and eventually through the surprisingly id

The Bayou Manchac is an 18-mile stretch of Louisiana swamp connecting the Mississippi River in the west to the Amite River in the east, and separating East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Iberville Parishes. The bayou is only an hour's drive from New Orle

If you're looking for a recreational vehicle to turn heads—perhaps one with a full-sized fridge, slide-outs and a rooftop jacuzzi—then the Class B motor home is most likely not for you. But while it might not have a palatial interior, the Class B giv

“I daho, what ARE you?” My friend Lyle drove our camper van/home on wheels along a stretch of dry, arid, high-desert highway in Southern Idaho, and the miles and miles of scrubby sage bush seemed like they would never end. This wasn't the Idaho I was

Six years ago, we switched from tent camping to RV camping. Instead of upgrading our house, we decided to make memories with our kids through outdoor adventures at national and state parks, and unique destinations. It has also been an economical and

Be warned: when you tell people about the adventure upon which we're about to embark, phrase your summary carefully. Instead of, “I'm taking a road trip in search of 180 tall, square-jawed men,” try, “I'm taking a folk art trip to discover 180 statue

“I'm trying to have reasonable expectations for today, but I really want a condor for Christmas,” I said with a smile. The jolly Pinnacles National Park shuttle bus driver grinned back at me with a twinkle in his eye, “Well, sweetie, you've come to t

Everything except your eyeballs is wrapped in wool, down and fleece; you blink to make sure your eyes haven't frozen solid. It's a ten-minute walk to the Split Point Lighthouse, each step a decisive crunch toward the promise of a perfect vista. You e

The Sol Dusk camper is a unique and luxurious option for those seeking a remarkable outdoor experience. It boasts an impressive panoramic window with a spacious U-shaped dinette, offering an unparalleled view of the great outdoors. Inside, you'll dis

In 2022, my wife, Whitney, and I were some of the lucky ones. We downsized our stuff, shoved the rest of it into storage, bought a van, and hit the road. The goal was to explore the United States for six months. What came of the trip was a sixmonth e

Traveling by camper van or RV in winter doesn't have to be all about “chasing 70” (degrees, that is). You can enjoy crisp winter weather and all the skiing and snowboarding your heart desires from the comfort of your rolling home. Utah is a great pla

Towering rock formations rise out of the prairie. If you look closely, you'll see that they are studded with shells—the remains of ancient life from the Cretaceous period when Kansas was covered by an ocean: the Western Interior Seaway. Now, look up

On a Saturday in August, I set out to meet my friend Pat for our semiannual motorcycle weekend. We agreed to meet in New Hope, Pennsylvania—a town equidistant from his home of New York City and mine of Philadelphia. That morning, I packed a small bac

N o matter where you live in the US, you're a road trip away from a magical experience with a giant troll. Yep, you read that correctly: a giant troll. Created by artist Thomas Dambo, these incredible troll sculptures are tucked into the forest, hidi

Chiricahua National Monument is located outside Willcox in one of southeastern Arizona's Sky Islands (isolated mountain ranges rising out of the desert plains). Take in spectacular rocks formed by a volcanic eruption that spewed ash at supersonic spe