Sometimes the best getaways are the ones that don’t require much planning, or much time. We recently took the RV up to Central City, Colorado, for a quick mountain escape. It’s close enough to home that it doesn’t feel like a major expedition, but once you’re surrounded by the mountains, the pine trees, and the […]
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While the girls were off enjoying a much-needed getaway, our husbands and children set out on an adventure of their own. They spent two and a half days backpacking from the Rich Creek Trailhead in Pike National Forest near Fairplay, Colorado. The trip wasn’t without its challenges. Long miles, changing conditions, and the demands of
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Some trips are years in the making, and when they finally happen, they’re everything you hoped they would be. Our first girls’ trip to Breckenridge, Colorado, was exactly that, a weekend filled with laughter, breathtaking mountain views, delicious food, meaningful conversations, and the kind of memories that remind you how important it is to make
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Our last full day in Ouray felt like the perfect way to close out an unforgettable RV adventure. We set out early, winding our way once again along the breathtaking Million Dollar Highway toward Durango. Even after driving it before, the towering peaks, dramatic cliffs, and endless mountain vistas stopped us in our tracks. Some
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On day three, we traded our FJ Cruiser for hiking boots and set out to conquer the 6.2-mile Perimeter Trail that loops around the town of Ouray. It turned out to be one of the most rewarding hikes of our trip. The trail definitely challenged us with plenty of elevation gain, rocky sections, and what
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Today was one of those days that reminds me why we fell in love with RV travel in the first place. It wasn’t just about the places we visited, it was about how those places made us feel. We started our morning at the Ironton Park Nordic Trailhead. The valley was incredibly peaceful, surrounded by
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There’s something special about packing up the RV, leaving everyday life behind, and heading into the mountains. Our trip to Ouray, Colorado, was everything we hoped it would be, beautiful scenery, incredible off-road adventures, relaxing evenings by the campfire, and memories we’ll never forget. Day One: Arriving at Basecamp 550 After a five-hour drive through
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There’s something about a summer afternoon filled with cold beer, smoky barbecue, and live music that feels like the perfect recipe for a great day. That’s exactly what attendees found at the recent Beer & BBQ Fest at Lowry Beer Garden. The highlight of the event was undoubtedly the unlimited beer tastings. With a wide
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Our final stop on the journey was Redwood Meadows RV Resort, and without question, it was our favorite RV site of the entire trip. The grounds were beautifully maintained, our campsite was clean and shaded beneath towering trees, and charming tiny homes were sprinkled throughout the property, giving the resort a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
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Our Pacific Coast Highway journey continued to Mendocino, California, with a stay at Caspar Beach RV Park. I always want to be transparent with you, it’s important to share the misses along with the hits, and this site was unfortunately our least favorite of the trip. Between the run-down facilities and the muddy grounds, the
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