RV Parks

July 24, 2018 by Julie Leave a Comment

Crossville I-40 KOA (Crossville, TN)

We really enjoyed our two-week stay at the Crossville KOA campground in Crossville, TN. While it has easy access on and off I-40, it is far enough away (about 5 miles) to make you feel as though you are in the country. It is so quiet and peaceful with all the amenities you expect from a KOA. Watch our video below to see the campground and some highlights from the local area.

RV, Tents, and Cabins

One thing we really like about KOAs is that they offer a range of accommodations, and this one is no exception. In addition to paved full-hook up sites, they have tent camping sites, as well as several different size cabins. Some of the cabins had RV hook-ups adjacent to them so you could have family come visit and have enough room to spread out. If you want to have a big gathering, they even have a 4-unit log lodge which could be a great place for family reunions. Each RV site has water, sewer, 50 amp power, a picnic table, and fire pit. Although we were there in July, we still made a fire in the evening.

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Once the sun started to set, it cooled down enough to have a campfire! #betteroutside #campfire #rvtravel #homeiswhereyouparkit #travelusa #rvcamping #rvcouple #rvlife #koacamping

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Cumberland Plateau

This campground is situated in a beautiful part of Tennessee known as the Cumberland Plateau. There are some amazing historical sites, state parks, and beautiful waterfalls! One of our favorites is Burgess Falls. You can’t swim there, but you can see three waterfalls on one fairly short short hike (3/4 from the parking lot).

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The tallest of three waterfalls at Burgess Falls State Natural Area on the Cumberland Plateau in Sparta, TN. #lovetennessee #travelusa #rvlife #homeiswhereyouparkit #rvtravel #coupleswhotravel #rvcamping

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Click here to learn about some surprising WWII history in the local area.

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For more fabulous places to visit in the local area, follow us on Instagram @chickerystravels where we posted photos (like the ones below) almost everyday. https://www.instagram.com/p/BksHdtInznK/?taken-by=chickerystravels

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Last day in Tennessee, and it’s a beautiful one at that! #lovetn #koacamping #travelusa #homeiswhereyouparkit #rvlife @kampgroundsofamerica

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June 11, 2018 by Julie Leave a Comment

Las Vegas RV Campgrounds: Nellis Air Force Base and Lake Mead RV Village

We love Las Vegas! We were married there and go back to visit at least once a year. On our last trip we scoped out two Las Vegas RV campgrounds: Desert Eagle RV Park on Nellis Air Force Base and the Lake Mead RV Village at Boulder Beach. Watch this video for a sneak peek and then read on for more details.

Desert Eagle RV Park

This campground on Nellis Air Force Base is available for military ID card holders and has 223 full hookups sites thanks to a recent expansion.

The large “legacy” section of the campground has huge, full-hook-up RV spaces with well-trimmed trees bordering a landscaped walking path. The beauty of these sites is the amount of room you have to really spread out and the bit of shade you get from the trees.

The new section has 44 – 46 ft. long pull-thru sites with full-hookups. Each site has a picnic table, but they are really close together. Also the only landscaping is desert rock/gravel. With a big rig, I’d definitely recommend trying to reserve a spot in the legacy section.

You can make reservations up to six months in advance, and I’d definitely recommend it if you want to go during the winter. Click here to learn more about camping at Desert Eagle RV Park.

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

If you aren’t eligible to stay on base, camping with a waterfront view at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Please be aware, if you don’t have a National Parks America the Beautiful Pass, you have to pay $25 per vehicle (or $20 per motorcycle) to enter.

There is a privately managed campground overlooking Boulder Beach, called Lake Mead RV Village. It has 115 full hook-up sites with nightly rates from $34 to $50. However, you can do much better with the weekly or monthly rate. With the monthly rate, you save 50% of the nightly cost!

Next to this large RV Park is a more traditional style Boulder Beach Campground. There are several other campgrounds located around Lake Mead and Lake Mojave.

Free Camping – Beyond the Campgrounds

We also visited several boondocking (dry camping) spots outside the city. Options include waterside in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the cooler mountain temps in Spring Mountain National Recreation Area. Read our review of drying camping near Vegas here.

Viva Las Vegas!

With or without an RV, we love Las Vegas. Watch the video below to learn about some of our favorite things to see and do.

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May 10, 2018 by Julie 1 Comment

Alsatian RV Resort (Castroville, Texas)

We just spent two months at the Alsatian RV Resort in Castroville, and we loved it so much we already have reservations to return in the fall! If you are looking for a nice, quiet RV resort close enough to San Antonio to enjoy a bit of sightseeing, this place should be at the top of your list.

RV Resort Basics

Located just outside of San Antonio, Texas, this is a perfect spot to stay while visiting the area. The RV resort has 60 level, paved RV sites with beautiful landscaping, full hook-ups (water, sewer, electric), Wi-Fi, propane delivery, and trash pick-up.

If you have a motorhome, you can even stay on what I call ‘Casita Row.’ This is a section where motorhomes can rent both RV sites and casitas overlooking a fishing pond and the 18-hole golf course.

Don’t have an RV? Don’t Worry! They’ve got you covered. Right at the campground they have a few park models (aka cabins) for rent.

Amenities

Not every campground that bills itself as a “resort” lives up to its name—but this one sure does! They have a fitness room, and beautiful outdoor area with a huge covered pavilion and a pool & hot tub.

There’s also a lovely nature trail which surrounds a large dog walk. When we were there, the cactus and wildflowers were in full bloom! Watch the video above for a great tour of the resort and the nature trail.

Local Area

This RV Resort is located in historic Castroville and only 30 miles from the heart of San Antonio, Texas with so many options for outstanding dining and must-see attractions in the local area.

You can’t go to San Antonio without visiting the River Walk! It is exactly what it sounds like, a series of walking paths along the San Antonio River with numerous shops and restaurants along the way.

Follow the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park’s Hike & Bike Trail along the San Antonio River to five missions: The Alamo, Mission Concepcion, Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada. Each mission is about 2.5 miles from the next.

If you’re looking for more traditional hiking trails, we recommend the Texas Hill Country State Natural Area. There are several ranging from easy to challenging.

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