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RE: Boondocking suggestions in Mt Hood National Forest(OREGON)?
Okay, I know I haven't been on here in a while and I haven't used my trailer since deer season (Oct 2012). Well the weather has been getting better and I need to use my trailer to justify owning that thing!!!
since this is my thread I thought I would add some links and consolidate some info so I can come back and access it.
Old Barlow Road was great, just need to make sure that you can get in and out. 1 lane dirt road with limited turn around areas.
http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/26173672/gotomsg/26925956/p/1.cfm#26925956
http://www.hogtimemusic.com/nomad/WIB2011.htm
http://www.blm.gov/or/index.php
http://freecampsites.net/attribute/states/or/
With the portland area becoming so large, I really think if you want to "get away from it all" you need to drive atleast 2 hours away from the population center. Last year I scouted several areas with out the trailer. took pictures, made notes, but I think I need to drive a little further away from Portland.
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rovobay
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05/06/13 12:23pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: ideas for dispersed/dry camping in central oregon
Subscribed for the good links and info. I need to get back out in the wild. It has been a long winter!
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rovobay
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05/06/13 11:52am |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Hood River or The Dalles~ Cherry Tree Blossom Time
Yeah, I have driven I-84 hundreds of times I went to Eastern Oregon University in La Grande and live in Portland Area, I just always drove past all these parks and never gave them a thought. Memaloose looks great.
Has anyone ever stayed at Tucker County Park in Hood River?
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rovobay
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03/13/13 11:03am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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Hood River or The Dalles~ Cherry Tree Blossom Time
Wife is bugging me about wanting to see this. Plus, I need to get out of the office for a few days and get my trailer back on the road.
I have been to both places but never in an RV or around cherry blossom time. When is the best time to do this? Mid-April? which is the better town? RV places to go to? are there festivals? share you stories with me. Thanks in advance for all the insight/suggestions!!!
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rovobay
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03/12/13 03:28pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Delamination repair costs
Might go the Portland Metro RV Fall show Nov 8th to 11th, several repair vendors are usually there. Take and bring lots of pictures, they may be able to give you a good ballpark cost.
That's a pretty good idea. I have spent time and TLC getting this thing all dialed in (tires, GC batteries, LED lighting, smart charger, etc) so it would be really bad if her days were coming to an end. I didn't even get over around 12 days camping in it this year! too busy with my new house projects. ugh!
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rovobay
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10/18/12 08:16am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Delamination repair costs
Have you looked at that same model of someone else?Does it also have that second strip across the front? The strip that is about eight inches above the bottom one?
are you thinking that the strip was put in to hold down some earlier delamination issues? interesting thought.... THANKS!!!
Yes that is my thinking.There was a problem with some manufactures a while back with the type of glue used to bond the sheets to the substructure,it was a temperature release situation,high heat released the glue, not a water intrusion.I don't know if that would make much of a difference in repair,but at least you wouldn't have wood rot to deal with.Take a few screws out of that strip and see if they are rusting.
The more I have time to think about it and the more i read, I do beleive that it must have been the heat issue. I stored it at my dad's house in the high desert of Centeral Oregon 3500' elevation. the front of the trailer was facing west towards the sun at the hottest time of the day! It has also been the driest summer in years and rain or water hasn't touched the trailer since spring! I am sure there is no water damage, but the bubbling and warping is not desirable to look at!
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rovobay
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10/18/12 08:11am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Delamination repair costs
Have you looked at that same model of someone else?Does it also have that second strip across the front? The strip that is about eight inches above the bottom one?
are you thinking that the strip was put in to hold down some earlier delamination issues? interesting thought.... THANKS!!!
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rovobay
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10/12/12 12:05pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Delamination repair costs
I noticed the bottom first. than it sat in the sun over summer and got a lot worse in my opinion. now I see top to bottom problems. I concider my self handy but have never worked with fiber glass. thanks for that ballpark $1500 number.
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rovobay
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10/12/12 12:04pm |
General RVing Issues
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Delamination repair costs
bought my rig back in February and never noticed any problems (but I am a first time buyer...), however this summer I noticed that the whole front panel is starting to delaminate. people say expensive repairs on forums but what is expensive. give me a general ballpark.
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e57/rovobay/1999%20Cameo%20by%20Carriage%20M%2026FLS/CameoM-26FLS010.jpg
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rovobay
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10/12/12 11:22am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: need a dump station near Mt. Hood
Thanks Bob! that is the one place that I could find, but I was hoping for a backup/alternative. I am sure over the years, I will find some more.
Sanidumps e-book is $27 and I would rather not spend that concidering my frequency of trips and most likely to the same few areas.
just got off the phone with Mt. Hood Village RV Resort (503)622-4011 and they charge $12.50 and are open from 8am til dark.
any more???
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rovobay
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05/31/12 09:02am |
General RVing Issues
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need a dump station near Mt. Hood
I am new to the RV world and am planning our second ever trip this weekend. Boondocking, so we will need to find a place on the way home. somewhere between government camp and boring along hwy 26.
I haven't had any luck on websites. Thanks!
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rovobay
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05/31/12 08:22am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Boondocking suggestions in Mt Hood National Forest(OREGON)?
If you go down NF 43 (paved) about 5 miles off Hwy 26 then turn right on Old Barlow Rd (dirt) you'll find a bunch of good places to camp near the White River.
That is one specific area I plan to hit on Sunday. Thanks guys for all the responses. I have been pouring over my maps and google maps and terrain all morning and have my route planned and feel confident that I can find a nice private place to spend with my family.
I will post so locations if they seem worthy. thanks
:C
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rovobay
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05/23/12 01:50pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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Boondocking suggestions in Mt Hood National Forest(OREGON)?
Bought my trailer back in FEB of this year hoping to exclusively dry camp (boondocking). I have been out once on a day trip to explore possible places. I was looking in the Goat Mountain area outside of Estacada with no luck, area is heavily traveled and used by shooters. Found a couple of spots but they have been abused by former users with broken bottles, trash, etc, something I don't want my 16 month old daughter walking in! So I now know that I need to get a little further away.
Anyone care to share any spots they know of? I think if I get over to Barlow Ranger District I will be a little further from Portland with less people. I am heading out this Sunday with the family for another day of exploring. Thinking of hitting HWY 48 (road to Tygh Valley). Any suggestions would be great! Thanks. . .
Starting search here
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rovobay
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05/23/12 09:27am |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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