Lake Havasu, Arizona, enjoys 350 days of sunshine per year and is a perfect setting for outdoor activities. It is known for its 450 miles of beautiful shoreline that provides an abundance of water sports including snorkeling, scuba diving, water skiing, boating, fishing, parasailing, jet skiing and beach activities. The area is also home to London Bridge, m… read more
Polk County in central Florida occupies a stretch of wilderness known as the Green Swamp between the metropolitan areas of Orlando and Tampa. The source for the Hillsborough, Peace and Withlacoochee Rivers, the swamp also recharges the aquifer providing water for much of Central Florida. The Polk County cities of Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow and Lake Wales… read more
Lake Havasu City in Arizona is home to a number of very high-quality RV parks. These parks offer quick access to the lake where you can see the original London Bridge for yourself in the middle of the state and take advantage of all the recreational activities the lake provides. Bring your fishing gear and swimming trunks and hook up your watercraft if you'v… read more
There are heaps of RV parks to choose from in the area north and south of Topock Gorge. Whether simply passing through the area or seeking adventure along the shores, or in the water of the gorge, RV campers are sure to find a site that will satisfy their needs. read more
Diverse recreational opportunities await travelers to each of Arizona's distinct regions, from the dry desert climate of Tucson to the snowy mountains of the Flagstaff area, according to the state's tourism website. Northern Arizona features pine forests for hiking and biking, the West Coast lakes offer boating and jet skiing, and rock climbing and cave expl… read more
Laughlin, Nevada, is less than 100 miles south of Las Vegas, bordering the state of Arizona. It is known for its friendly gambling atmosphere along with water activities and other area attractions. read more
Bullhead City in Arizona sits on the east bank of the Colorado River below Hoover Dam. The river provides ample opportunity for water sports--paddle a kayak or skip along on a jet ski. read more
Arizona has many RV campsites that can be found throughout the state. RV vacations to Arizona during the spring means taking in Major League Baseball's best during the Cactus League games of spring training. The Grand Canyon, the Sonor… read more
Five Mile Landing is the name of a popular campground in Topock, Arizona. The campground itself is located inside the National Wildlife Refuge and is one of the only campgrounds found in such a refuge in the US. Travelers visit the are… read more
Formed by the damming of the Bill Williams River, Alamo Lake is one of the most scenic bodies of water in southwest Arizona. While park closures have made campsites on Alamo Lake itself scarce--Alamo Lake State Park will close in June… read more
A good collection of KOA campgrounds surround Parker, Arizona, each with its own charm. Choose a KOA on your visit, and you're likely to love your time in western Arizona. Activities in the area include all sorts of boating, from canoe… read more
Arizona is home to a variety of RV resorts that have amenities and activities for visitors of all ages. Its warm year-around climate and low rainfall make Arizona an ideal RV vacation spot with many attractions that include the Grand C… read more
Alamo Lake is in a remote area in the desert of western Arizona. It is on a dirt road, 25 miles to the nearest paved road and more than 50 miles to the nearest town, which is Lake Havasu City. It's remoteness is the main draw, as well… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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