Top one or two destinations.

[bucketman]

Wanting some destinations that is number one or two on your list and why. We are in our sixties and no grandchildren. I'm sure this has been asked before, but maybe you can humor me since you get new members everyday. Maybe include a place you regret going to.

[Jim W]

Door County WI, in the fall stayed at Door County retreat; Egg Harbor WI full hook ups.

Out west Yellowstone Park, we stayed at Yellowstone Valley Inn. Need full-hook-ups and this was half way between the park and Cody WY. Had a site next to the river, nice setting; wind off the mountains never stops so I did not put the awning out at all.

Charleston SC, stayed at James Island City Park nice full hook-up long sites.

South Haven MI; Sunny Brook RV Resort level cement sites full hook-ups gated RV Park.

Just to name a few places.

Jim W.

[billb800si]

Actually we have plenty (since we retired) but here's a couple. Since you're located in Wisconsin I would look into the Bad Lands & Mt. Rushmore area.
Further West would be Yellowstone and Jackson Hole.
Further Southwest would be the Grand Canyon and Zion national Park.
Where ever you choose- have fun...

[Bugle Boy]

Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Monument, Mt. Rushmore area in SW South Dakota are favorite places.

Worst RV park was Ed Allens near Williamsburg, VA.

[Dhuhn]

Yellowstone and the Tetons in Wy. Also southern Utah Bryce and Zion national parks. There are so many places that are great to see.

[JRTJH]

Munising, Michigan Tourist Park. It sits right no the southern shore of Lake Superior, just west of the town of Munising. You can reserve (often they are open) a site that backs right up to the beach. As the sun comes up to your left and sets to your right, you can sit in the "big back window" and watch the sunset colors as they dance across the waves. In Munising, you can take the Pictured Rocks National Seashore boat tour of the limestone cliffs and also the glass bottom shipwreck tour.

Marquette and the "UP Tourist Trap" (yup, that's the name) are about 35 miles to the west and Tequaminam Falls is about 50 miles to the east. Sault Ste Marie, MI is about 70 miles east of Munising and the Salut Locks are located there. They are the "Panama Canal" of the Great Lakes and connect Lake Huron to Lake Superior. There's a maritime museum as well as many other sites to see.

Steer clear of Gitche Gumee RV Park which is about halfway between Marquette and Munising. There have been a number of campers with reservations who have had their rates changed, or have been charged excessive fees. Best just to keep on driving and stop somewhere else.

[suza]

The Pacific NW is a beautiful place to visit. A lot of really nice park/campgrounds (County, State, US Forest Service and BLM). Some have hook-ups but most USFS do not. Oregon has it all - high desert, mountains, seashore, forests, lakes, rivers, and Native American casinos (with RV parks). We prefer campgrounds in the forest and near lakes where we can kayak, hike, fish, and enjoy the outdoors. There are some nice parks along the coast as well. Most of the RV parks we have seen have sites pretty close together and are more "resorty".

Here are a few we like:

Loon Lake Campground (BLM): Nice, small lake for swimming, fishing and boating; beautiful woodland setting; back-in sites; no hook-ups but clean, heated bathrooms - some with showers; access to potable water; paved sites with picnic tables, firepits, some with grills, and tent sites; very well maintained.

Coos County Park - Powers Pond: Small park with paved sites; water and electric hook-ups and dump facility; back-in sites; shade trees; small fishing pond (no motorized boats); heated bathroom/shower facilities; very well maintained.

Linn County Parks - Sunnyside on Foster Reservoir: Very spacious, paved sites; dog park; full and partial hook-ups; some pull throughs; lake for fishing, swimming and boating; quiet, peaceful park-like setting with shade trees; playground and hiking trails; heated bathrooms and showers. We haven't stayed here yet, but are planning a trip here after Labor Day.

KOA Albany/Corvallis (Oregon): Quiet location close to highway, but secluded. Shade trees; 50 amp and 30 amp service; most full hook-ups with some water/electric; all pull through sites; dump facility; propane for sale; pool; convenience store; access to river front; dog area; basketball court; minature golf ($$$); friendly owners; park-like setting.

There is a lot of great information on the Internet about places to camp and things to see.

Jim W: We have been to Charleston, SC (but not in an RV). One of the most enjoyable places I have ever visited. The people are friendly and the history, gardens, and architecture, and food are amazing.

[billb800si]

Originally Posted by JRTJH

Munising, Michigan Tourist Park. In Munising, you can take the Pictured Rocks National Seashore boat tour of the limestone cliffs and also the glass bottom shipwreck tour. Marquette and the "UP Tourist Trap" (yup, that's the name) are about 35 miles to the west and Tequaminam Falls is about 50 miles to the east. Sault Ste Marie, MI is about 70 miles east of Munising and the Salut Locks are located there. They are the "Panama Canal" of the Great Lakes and connect Lake Huron to Lake Superior. There's a maritime museum as well as many other sites to see. .

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Well if you're going to spend much time in that part of the U.P. then don't forget the Toonerville Trolley/Boat Ride. They have snacks once on the boat. They also feed the bears along the train track.
Take a look here:
http://www.exploringthenorth.com/too...e/trolley.html

[jsmith948]

Our favorite, so far, is Cape Disappointment in SW Washington. Great park with full hook ups. Wonderful beach with tons of driftwood. Cross the bridge into Oregon and you can visit Stephens state park (where the Japanese sub shelled during WWII). Also have to agree with Suza. The Oregon coast and all of their state parks rock!

[bucketman]

Awesome response's, just what we were looking for. Keep them rolling in as I'm sure I'm not the only person looking for places. We have family in SE Florida, SW Georgia, Los Angeles California and Door County. Don't want to stay with family but would like to get close for a visit. I agree about Door County, WI. Peninsula State Park is really nice. Very seldom hot because of Lake Michigan and Green Bay.

[Travlntj]

In general I would suggest that you focus on national and state parks. Almost without exception the national parks are located in spectacular sites, as are many state parks. The national parks also have the advantage of being very reasonable for we seniors, and most state parks are resonable as well. Be sure to get your Senior Pass available at any National Park office. Gets you into the parks for free, and camping is 1/2 price. Finally, I would suggest getting your rig set up for dry camping since many of these places have no hookups. Install lots of battery power, LED lights and some solar panels.

Have a blast!!

Tom

[davidjsimons]

Originally Posted by Bugle Boy

Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Monument, Mt. Rushmore area in SW South Dakota are favorite places.

Worst RV park was Ed Allens near Williamsburg, VA.

Not if you were looking for a bar fight. Lol! Who recommended that?


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[suza]

Originally Posted by Travlntj

In general I would suggest that you focus on national and state parks. Almost without exception the national parks are located in spectacular sites, as are many state parks. The national parks also have the advantage of being very reasonable for we seniors, and most state parks are resonable as well. Be sure to get your Senior Pass available at any National Park office. Gets you into the parks for free, and camping is 1/2 price. Finally, I would suggest getting your rig set up for dry camping since many of these places have no hookups. Install lots of battery power, LED lights and some solar panels.

Have a blast!!

Tom

Good advice on the set-up for dry camping. I much prefer the state and county parks to RV parks. US Forest Service has some really nice parks, as well.

Many of our parks, in Oregon, have hook-ups, but these are usually reserved during the summer months. It is easier to find spots where there are no hook-ups. It is nice not to have to listen to the electric water pump. But, as long as I can flush my toilet and take an occasional shower, I'm happy

We have a generator, so, if we are conservative with the water, we can camp quite a while. Which brings me to a question: Has anyone out there used solar panels?

[Travlntj]

We have 150 W of solar power which along with all LED lights and some sun (this can be a tall order in New England) will keep us going for days. We have a Go Power 95W panel permanently mounted on the roof. A second panel is on a 30' cord. It plugs into the side of the trailer usaing a trolling motor plug and can be moved around the campsite for best sun. Both panels feed into a Go Power regulator that gives good info on state of charge.

Tom

[JeffS]

Our favorite trip is Yellowstone & Grand Tetons then down to Ouray Colorado. On the way back home hit Golden CO and see Railroad Museum and School of Mines Geology museum.

http://www.keystonerv.org/forums/sho...ighlight=ouray

We too are retired and have discovered the benefit of time.

[Jca3]

We love the Oregon coast and have stayed in most of the parks North to South.
We love Nehalem in the North, Bandon in the South. There are great places to stay throughout the state. Winchester Bay has a lovely private campground right on the bay with full hookups.
I agree with the folks that mentioned the Tetons. Go early in the year to miss the crowds. Zion or Moab in Utah are spectacular but get very hot in mid-summer so an early spring or fall destination.
Have fun.

[suza]

[QUOTE=Jca3;85614]We love the Oregon coast and have stayed in most of the parks North to South.
We love Nehalem in the North, Bandon in the South. There are great places to stay throughout the state. Winchester Bay has a lovely private campground right on the bay with full hookups.
I agree with the folks that mentioned the Tetons. Go early in the year to miss the crowds. Zion or Moab in Utah are spectacular but get very hot in mid-summer so an early spring or fall destination.
Have fun.[/QUOTE

We stayed at the Winchester Bay campground a few years ago (in our old RV) and thought it was great. Very clean facility and a great place for crabbing, if you have a boat. The only thing we don't like about the Oregon Coast is the weather. It can be a bit unpredictable, especially the wind. Plus, we live just inland from the coast, so we prefer getting away someplace with different surroundings. But, don't let this deter you from visiting. It's a great place to escape the heat and enjoy the seashore.

[ctpd814]

I will agree with the Mt Rushmore area in South Dakota. Lots of sight seeing in the area. We stayed at the Mt Rushmore KOA. This was a great park.

[JeffS]

Rushmore and Crazy Horse should be on your must see. Years ago when we were there we stayed at Rafter-J, which at the time was a working ranch with a campground. If the Alpine Inn in Hill City is still in business they serve a great dinner.