RV travel seems just like our CD22 today

BRAZO

This year instead of spending weeks on our CD22, we are spending a month on our Winnebago View motorhome. After a week exploring Colorado we are now on our way to San Francisco.

Well, kindof, we are actually in a rest stop parked next to a bunch of trucks waiting out the extreme winds. So, no waves but now cross winds are keeping us in port. Marinas are much better than rest stops but I've learned from all the boating to stay in port when your gut tells you to.

At least we have satellite tv on the rv...

Have a nice day.

El and Bill · Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2012 6:43 pm Post subject:

Instead of truck stops, we prefer state parks, when traveling RV style - usually scenic, quiet, clean and closer to the natural world - good trails and views. More like being on anchor in a quiet cove rather than a bustling marina.

BRAZO · Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2012 7:05 pm Post subject:

We agree with the state, federal, national parks. This time it was whatever is at the next exit to get off the roads.

Spent the last week in 5 different national parks. Colorado is a treasure.

teflonmom · Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2012 7:58 pm Post subject: RV Travel

As you travel don't forget the lowest cost campgrounds.
WALMART

JamesTXSD · Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2012 9:52 pm Post subject:

Well, Wal-Mart doesn't have plug-ins, so we look for Passport America campgrounds... we get a plug in, water, sewer, and it is usually less than $20... and I don't have to listen to loud trucks or partying kids (as in some Wal-Mart parking lots). I can put the slide-outs out and watch satellite TV (assuming we're in the RV, not the boat - you really shouldn't put out slide-outs in a Wal-Mart parking lot, unless you're at the very edge... and then only the ones that are away from traffic).

Remind me to tell you about the time we stayed in a Wal-Mart... on prom night... and then the parking lot street sweepers rolled in... followed by the 4:00 in the morning tree trimmers! Disgust

No thanks. I'd rather be off the road, someplace quiet, and preferably with other RVs.

BRAZO · Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2012 10:58 pm Post subject:

We love the truck stops, walmarts,etc. There is something about boondocking that we love. Just like on the water, we don't stay in Marinas unless we don't have a choice. But, if we can stay in a national forest or national park campground for $10-20 we'll do that.

We have been on the road for 11 days and we have not had shore power yet. The golf cat batteries/generator along with the Sprinter alternator keeps us with the power we need. We don't have satellite or cable at home so it is a treat to pull in and flip on the TV.

Currently parked in Wells, NV in Flying J parking lot.

colbysmith · Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2012 1:42 am Post subject:

Hey Bob, enjoy that trip. I miss our motorhome. And there are some great sites along the Pacific coast. Plenty to do in San Francisco. If you have a choice and time, head north from there, up along the Oregon coast. You won't regret it. I take you didn't take the CD-22 along with you? Colby

BRAZO · Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2012 11:01 am Post subject:

Hey Colby,

No CD22 with us this time. Next year. My wife flew home from Salt Lake City and will fly back on Saturday into San Francisco. From there the plan is to drive the coast to Seattle then back via Yellowstone, Grand Tetons,etc.

Noticed your CD22 rolling down hwy N right before we left. Looked ready for a trip.

Larry Q · Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2012 11:23 am Post subject:

This year Cathy and I are doing much the same in regards to not using the boat for our vacation.
We will be using the pick-up and camper and towing the cargo trailer with the motorcycle inside.
The motorcycle will be our "dingy" for side trips.
We are going to check out the "dry" side of Oregon and Washington for a week or two.

colbysmith · Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2012 11:36 am Post subject:

Sounds like you'll have a great trip. That drive between Frisco and Seattle is beautiful. Can't remember the name of the campground offhand, but there is a very nice one by a lighthouse in the northern end of Oregon. We've been very busy with our move, and haven't gotten to use our new CD-22 (new to us...) as much as I'd like, nor cleaned up yet as much as I wanted to. All in due time I guess. It's been nice being able to get back on Lake Kegonsa however. (The Searay was too big...) Vacation in July, and not sure if we'll head up to the Apostles or down somewhere south. Or we might just end up flying out to San Francisco, and renting a car to drive up the direction you are going, with a stop at my brother's in the SEA area before flying home. Or we might just end up staying home and getting more settled! ....

thataway · Posted: Tue Jun 26, 2012 5:58 pm Post subject:

We only stay in Wal Marts as sort of a last resort.... I like to keep the RV parks in business. I do notice that many are going to higher end, and perhaps that is because there is less traffic? Those times we have stayed in Wal Marts, we have been treated well. Same for truck stops--but there the noise is certainly more. We just go back to sleep when the sweepers come by. Usually check in with the local security or cops who patrol the lots, and stay only at the very outer edge. We also make it a point to buy food and supplies at Walmarts when there (even in the boat). We have to put out at least one slide to use the bed effectively--never been a problem, but never obstructs traffic.

I miss the days back in the 60's when we could just pull off the road in a turn out or vacant lot. For the most part those opportunities are gone.

teflonmom · Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2012 9:10 pm Post subject: R V Travel

I forgot to give another reason that we sometimes choose Walmart. Our Cat Mr. Grey loves to stay at Walmart lots. He lays on the dash and looks at the traffic until about midnight then he curls up on my Pat's seat and is good till dawn.
Then back to the dash till we get up.

With our small Roadtrek we do not worry about slides.

BRAZO · Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2012 9:15 pm Post subject:

We have been staying at Federal Forest Campground mainly, but another spot if you just need a place to pull in is the casinos. Now days, casinos are all over - with great security and a buffet.

Currently in Pacfica, CA in RV parking lot facing ocean

Steve Grover · Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2012 10:16 pm Post subject: RVing the Bay Area

I now live at lake Tahoe. I traded my C-Dorys for a Winnebago Vista. I crew up in San Francisco Rolling Eyes

San Fran is not RV friendly. Central California and the coast can be if you know where to go.
If you would like some tips on the area call me @ 530-412-2863. I'd be happy to pass on information that might be helpful to you in your travels. Thumbs Up

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Steve

BRAZO · Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2012 10:49 pm Post subject:

Thanks Steve. We stayed on Lake Tahoe last night, what a great area. You are right, San Francisco is not rv friendly. We are at an RV park tonight in Pacifica, CA and then moving to Marin, CA for the next two days (we'll ferry into San Fransisco from there). From there we are heading North up the coast which seems to have many more choices for federal and state parks.