Ok road wonders, Now you can tell me where to go.....( lol )
Where would you like to go again in your RV? My wife and I are looking for another road trip in March or April of 08, we enjoy American History and outstanding country sides. We are not big on long walks or trails (I hav a cane) or high mountain trails in a motor home by way of the two lane set into place by following snake paths up and down hills. We live in Florida so any place out side of our state would be nice.
Where have you gone that you would return to again. Tell me what you liked best about the plase you visited and why.?
Also about the RV park where you stayed.? Our Motorhome is 36 foot and 50 AMPs.
Some areas we have had in mind have been Branson, Mt. Rushmore, Yellow Stone, New york and Canada. From the map below you can see where we have been. We would enjoy what ever feed back on the area along with links you have on both.
Thanks in-advance for you helpful feedback of information.
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Well since you say you're not fond of mountains we probably won't be running into each other on the road but there's some REALLY nice scenery up around the great lakes. Upper Michigan, Wisconsin and around the north side through Ontario and back to the USA around Niagra Falls area. The trip back along the east coast isnt too shabby either with LOTS or great historic sites in the Shenandoah Valley area.
First decide where to go and then much later, maybe even as you are driving down the road decide which park to use. The various guides and cell phone will take care of your park requirements. Trust me on this. Yes not all parks have 50A but are you OK with 30A unless it's hot?
How about the NE for the fall colors? We enjoyed Newfoundland. Many, many spectacular western parks to visit. We also enjoy BC and Vancouver Island. Now you've made me want to hit the road.
I can't think of a single park that you won't be able to enjoy with a cane. OK, you won't be hiking down the face of Grand Canyon but neither did we.
If you were in the late May/June frame I'd say the U.P. of MI they have snow up to the middle of May. We're stayed at Lake Antoine county park in Iron Mountain, the Fair Ground in Escanaba, Fanny Hooe Camp ground in Cooper Harbor, Country Village park in Ishpeming Wandering Wheels Camp ground in Munising, two different camp grounds along the water at Sault Ste Marie, and at the south side of the MAC bridge you have Mill creek with a view of the bridge all these places have a minimum of 30 AMP some with 50 AMP. We have a 33' and have run with friends with a 36' with a toad no problems.
Hey Vinnie, as Missouri is a state you haven't visited, let me suggest the ABC Campground in Branson Mo. Lots of things to see and do in Branson. We paid 22.00 per night and stayed a week. I think the going rate is about 28.00 per. We got it cheaper with our Kings On the Road Club. Here is a link to their web site. ABC Campground, Branson Mo
We enjoyed several shows and a Dinner on the Branson Belle. If you go, make sure and take the dinner tour on the Branson Belle, you won't regret it, I am sure. Here is a link to the Branson Belle. Showboat Branson Belle
We enjoyed the many shops in the area and the many places where folk art and locally made items are for sale. There are many parks around and in Branson, just take a look in your Trailer Life Directory. Branson Mo
ABC or America's Best Campground is located on the north side of Branson, and a trip into town is a couple of minutes. Try to avoid route 76, it is always congested, like I-5 through LA at rush hour Here is a listing of the other campgrounds located in or around Branson, Mo. Branson Campgrounds
It is beautiful country, however it does get snowfall and freezing weather, so I would not recommend a trip during the winter and I am not sure if ABC is open during the winter months, again, check your TL Directory.
One other place on your way up Vinnie, (Calling you that as you don't list your real name), is the Diamond Fields in Arkansas. This is a place we want to visit come spring, recently a 4.2 caret stone was found by a gentleman down there, that would make a good down payment on a big Diesel Pusher Here is a link to the site, they have RV parking on site, not sure of hook ups but I believe that they have water and power, not sure of sewer. Get your Arkansas Diamonds here
Anyway, Vinnie, hope this helps, don't forget the Roy Rogers/Dale Evans Museum. This museum was moved from Southern California to Branson lock stock and barrel several years ago. Roy "Dusty" Rogers sings many of his dad's songs and a lot of the sons of the pioneers recordings. He is a great person and tells of his days with his dad and mom at the ranch while growing up. Roy Rogers Dale Evans Museum
While I will get out of the Coach often to hike about, I have always tried to make the drive as interesting as the destination.
For destinations close of at least on the East Coast look at Jekyll Island (JISP) – St. Simons Island – Hilton Head and Savanna/Charleston and many of the coastal towns (we usually stay in ORA Hilton Head) – in these areas you can usually arrive before the real tourist season and still enjoy the area. Then heading up the Coast look at Williamsburg – lots of history and the walking can be limited by restaurants stops for lunch or dinner. (American Heritage) then up to DC all the Monuments and Museums (Cherry Hill) heading back down the Blue ridge Parkway or at least the foothills and catch Charlottesville ( not sure of a CG as we have usually been there for sporting events and stayed in the stadium parking lot). High Point (High Point City Park on the Lake) Ashville/Biltmore ( we usually stay at ORA Lake Toxaway) then down towards Atlanta and the reservoirs – if they have filled back up by then – lots of areas all around these spots but the best advice is to just stay on the two lane roads and enjoy the countryside.
Hope this is of some help – now if you want to head out west that’s a whole new game and I can really get carried away.
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Depending upon the time you plan to travel and the money involved, you could start heading north in the spring - all along the east coast - Route 17 (pick up in GA) has lots of history along that route, and campgrounds would be accessable too. Williamsburg VA is worth a few days stay, Gettysburg, PA (and there are civil war sites between). Beautiful scenery and lots of history all along the Route 15 corridor (PA). Travel in NY state - there's lots of history of the Chenango Canal, Erie Canal, etc., and up into the Adirondacks where you will find much unspoiled beauty and can tour Whiteface Mountain (there's an elevator), Lake Placid, etc. and head west for 1000 Islands, Niagara Falls, and work your way towards the western states - enjoy antiquing in Ohio, Wisconsin and the lakes, cheeses, etc. Follow the Lewis & Clark trail and enjoy the vistas. South Dakota has lots to see - stop at their visitors center when entering the state - vista is great as is the information of places to see. (Rushmore, Badlands, Custer, Wounded Knee, etc.) Devils Tower is a sight to behold (Wy.) and there are great places to visit - check the various states visitors center. If you get to the west coast and head south - remember the Redwoods! Enjoy the wine mecca, tour a ghost town (mining towns), heading east again, enjoy Hoover Dam, Las Vegas, the vistas...., Old Route 66, Grand Canyon (tours), Painted Desert, ..... I could go on forever, but by this time you've got the idea.
When I first took my cross country trip, I took an old phone book with the US map and drew all over it (one color for where relatives were and another color for the tourist traps I'd want to see) - it worked out fairly well and heck I was going to recycle the phone books anyway! I used AAA to help me with routes and destinations (this has been some years ago). While they were great in planning the route through Chicago and all the toll listings and lane changes, I chose to bypass Chicago. Word of warning - if traveling I-90 in S.Dak, keep your ears peeled for wind warnings and head the highway signs as to rigs being in whichever lane - saw the wind whip a Tractortrailer off the highway and into the median strip.
If you are a member of Passport America, CampClub USA, both discount your campground fees, and many will have 50 amp service.
We like the west a lot. I like Glacier National Park the best, Bryce Canyon and then of course The Grand Canyon is third. We oo'd and aaah'd the most at Glacier. Bryce is readily accessible by foot and horse back. Grand Canyon is too big for old folks to hike in and the mule rides are booked almost a year in advance and there is a 200 lbs weight limit. But you have to see the Canyon at least once in your life.
We have been to Yellowstone twice. Spring or fall best time as more animals moving around.
Never RV'd in Canada but lived there and New England for many years ; so a lot to see there. Just remember winter can come early in that part of the world.
Cannot say enough about the Oregon Coast. We spent a month along Rt 101. Not sure I want to live there but it's a pretty view.
Washington DC is a must for at least a week stay.so much to see. Cherry Hill best place to stay. Tour buses come to the campground along with public transportation.
Get out the Trailer Life and start plotting , then pack and go.
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Here is a listing of the other campgrounds located in or around Branson, Mo. 
