Yosemite Pines RV Park and Resort
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The region that Ansel Adams made his life's work can be enjoyed when staying at Yosemite Pines RV Park and Resort. The resort is highly rated by Woodall's and several other travel clubs and magazines. It was rated one of the 10 best RV parks in North America by Ratestogo travel blog.
In addition to the RV sites (full hookups included with sewer, water and 30- or 50-amp electric,) the Yosemite Pines is surrounded by the mountains and unique rock formations of the area. Rock-climbers can try their hand at the numerous routes in the national park. Hiking, bird-watching and backpacking are all possible in Yosemite.
Yosemite Pines RV Park and Resort
20450 Old Highway 120
Groveland, CA 95321
209-962-7690
yosemitepinesrv.com
Grand Canyon/Williams KOA
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Visitors to the Grand Canyon are awash in views of the red rock canyons and formations in almost every direction. The Grand Canyon/Williams KOA enjoys many of those views form the campground. The KOA has sites for RVs up to 100 feet in length. There are water, sewer, cable TV, Wi-Fi and 50-amp electric connections. Pets are allowed if leashed. Showers, bathrooms, a guest room and a laundry are on the premises. God Sam And AAA members are offered discounts on stays. Guests can hike the trails in the national park, ride burros to the bottom of the canyon and enjoy canyoneering or bouldering.
Grand Canyon/Wiliams KOA
5333 Highway 64
Williams, AZ 86046
928-635-2307
koa.com/where/AZ/03109/
Denali Grizzly Bear Resort
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When it comes to spectacular scenery and majestic views it is hard to beat Alaska. The Denali Grizzly Resort is in the heart of the Denali region of central Alaska. Views can include views of North America's tallest mountain, Denali, when the weather is cooperative.
The Nenana River flow past the campground, and in each direction looked, there are towering mountains. Wildlife sightings are frequent. Moose, herds of caribou, grizzly bear, wolves, fox and lynx are in the region and spotted from the campground. Bald and golden eagles can be seen flying in the skies over the region. The Grizzly Bear Resort has sites for most RV sizes. There are water, sewer and 30- or 50-amp electric connections. Pets are allowed. Food preparation and storage must be done according to posted rules due to frequent grizzly bear activity in and around the campground.
Denali Grizzly Bear Resort
P.O. Box 7
Glen Parks Highway
Denali National Park, AK 99755
866-583-2696
denaligrizzlybear.com
Article Written By Eric Cedric
A former Alaskan of 20 years, Eric Cedric now resides in California. He's published in "Outside" and "Backpacker" and has written a book on life in small-town Alaska, "North by Southeast." Cedric was a professional mountain guide and backcountry expedition leader for 18 years. He worked in Russia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey and Belize. Cedric attended Syracuse University and is a private pilot.
