Category: Travel
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Southern Nevada Good Sam Road Trip
Nevada is truly a land of contradictions. On one hand, it shimmers and shines with the neon nightlife of Las Vegas. On the other, it’s an ode to the quiet serenity of the desert landscape. Thankfully, you can experience the best of both worlds on this 167-mile route across the Silver State’s southern tip. Click on the numbered icons and follow the state highways and interstates through compelling landscapes. From the riverside romp that is Laughlin to the bright lights of the Strip and the wholesome outdoors adventures in Boulder City and Pahrump, there’s no shortage of nature to go with all that human-made glitz.The post Southern Nevada Good Sam Road Trip appeared first on RV.com. -
The 2024 Wildsam Readers’ Choice Award Winners
The votes are in, and the results have been tabulated. Once again, the readers of Wildsam (and RV.com) have spoken. Over the past few months, you’ve shared your picks for the best RV brands, accessory manufacturers, campgrounds, national parks, and a variety of other categories. Who took home the prestigious gold, silver, and bronze awards? Find out below.Motorhomes & Towables
Photo Credit: Grand Design
Favorite Fifth Wheel Manufacturer
Gold: Grand Design Silver: Jayco Bronze: KeystonePhoto Credit: Jayco
Favorite Travel Trailer Manufacturer
Gold: Jayco Silver: Forest River Bronze (Tie): Airstream & Grand DesignPhoto Credit: Grand Design
Favorite Toy Hauler Manufacturer
Gold: Grand Design Silver: Jayco Bronze: Forest RiverPhoto Credit: Lance Camper
Favorite Off-Road Trailer Manufacturer
Gold: Lance Camper Silver: Black Series Bronze: Ember RVPhoto Credit: Jayco
Favorite Tiny Trailer Manufacturer
Gold: Jayco Silver: Forest River Bronze: Aero TeardropsPhoto Credit: Tiffin
Favorite Class A Motorhome Manufacturer
Gold: Tiffin Silver: Newmar Bronze: WinnebagoPhoto Credit: Jayco
Favorite Class B Motorhome Manufacturer
Gold: Jayco Silver: Winnebago Bronze: AirstreamPhoto Credit: Jayco
Favorite Class C Motorhome Manufacturer
Gold: Jayco Silver: Winnebago Bronze: TiffinPhoto Credit: Jayco
Favorite 4×4 Motorhome Manufacturer
Gold: Jayco Silver: Winnebago Bronze: EarthRoamerFavorite Truck Camper Manufacturer
Gold: Lance Silver: Northwood Bronze: BigfootAccessories & Supplies
Image Courtesy of Ford
Favorite Truck for Towing
Gold: Ford Silver: Chevy/GMC Bronze: RamFavorite Motorhome Chassis
Gold: Freightliner Custom Chassis Silver: Ford Bronze: Spartan ChassisPhoto Credit: Titan Fuel Tanks
Favorite Auxiliary Fuel Tank
Gold: Titan Fuel Tanks Silver: Transfer Flow Bronze: DeeZeePhoto Credit: Carefree of Colorado
Favorite RV Awning
Gold: Carefree of Colorado Silver: Dometic Bronze: Lippert ComponentsPhoto Credit: Furrion
Favorite Backup Camera
Gold: Furrion Silver: Garmin Bronze: VoyagerFavorite RV Battery
Gold: Interstate Silver: Battle Born Bronze: DieHardPhoto Credit: Meguiar’s
Favorite RV Cleaning Product
Gold: Meguiar’s Silver: 303 Aerospace Protectant Bronze: Armor AllPhoto Credit: Banks Power
Favorite Engine Performance Product
Gold: Banks Power Silver: K&N Bronze: Bully DogPhoto Credit: Kenwood
Favorite Aftermarket Entertainment System
Gold: Kenwood Silver: Sony Bronze: FurrionPhoto Credit: B&W
Favorite Fifth-Wheel Hitch
Gold: B&W Hitches Silver: Blue Ox BXR2100 Bronze: DemcoPhoto Credit: Equal-i-zer
Favorite Travel Trailer Hitch
Gold: Equal-i-zer/E2 Silver: Blue Ox Sway Pro WDH Bronze: ReesePhoto Credit: Reese
Favorite Receiver Hitch/Ball Mount
Gold: Reese Silver: Blue Ox BXH10141 Bronze: CURT ManufacturingPhoto Credit: Blue Ox
Favorite Dinghy Braking Actuator/Auxiliary Braking Sytem
Gold: Blue Ox Patriot BRK2022 Silver: Roadmaster Bronze: DemcoPhoto Credit: Blue Ox
Favorite Dingy Tow Bar
Gold: Blue Ox Silver: Roadmaster Bronze: DemcoPhoto Credit: Tekonsha
Favorite Trailer-Brake Controller
Gold: Tekonsha Silver: CURT Manufacturing Bronze: Dexter AxlePhoto Credit: Cummins
Favorite RV Generator
Gold: Cummins Onan Silver: Honda Bronze: GeneracPhoto Credit: Thetford
Favorite Holding Tank Treatment
Gold: Thetford Aqua-Kem Silver: Camco TST Bronze: Happy CampersPhoto Credit: Dometic
Favorite HVAC Comfort System
Gold: Dometic Silver: Airxcel Bronze: FurrionPhoto Credit: Suburban
Favorite RV Water Heater
Gold: Suburban Silver: Dometic Bronze: TrumaPhoto Credit: Progressive Industries
Favorite Surge Protector/Power Protection
Gold: Progressive Industries Silver: Hughes Autoformers Power Watchdog Bronze: Camco Power DefenderPhoto Credit: Go Solar!
Favorite RV Solar Product
Gold: Go Power! Silver: Victron Energy Bronze: RenogyPhoto Credit: Dometic
Favorite RV Refrigerator
Gold: Dometic Silver: Norcold/Thetford Bronze: FurrionFavorite RV Toilet
Gold: Dometic Silver: Thetford Bronze: Nature’s HeadPhoto Credit: ADCO
Favorite RV Cover
Gold: ADCO Silver: Camco Bronze: CovercraftPhoto Credit: Starlink
Favorite RV Satellite Hardware
Gold: Starlink Silver: Winegard Bronze: DISH TailgaterPhoto Credit: Dish
Favorite Satellite Provider
Gold: DISH Network Silver: Starlink Bronze: DirecTVPhoto Credit: TireMinder
Favorite Tire-Pressure Monitoring System
Gold: TireMinder Silver: Truck System Technology Bronze: Lippert Tire LincFavorite RV Tires
Gold: Michelin Silver: Goodyear Bronze: ToyoPhoto Credit: Venture Forward
Favorite Campsite Accessory
Gold: Camp Chairs Silver: Grill Bronze: Propane Fire PitTravel
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Favorite Campground
Gold: Disney Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, FL Silver: Ocean Lakes Family Campground, SC Bronze: Normandy Farms Campground, MAPhoto Credit: Harvest Hosts
Favorite Place for Boondocking
Gold: Harvest Hosts Silver: Quartzite Bronze: Cracker BarrelPhoto Credit: Seven Feathers Casino Resort
Favorite RV Casino
Gold: Seven Feathers Casino Resort Silver: Pechanga Resort Casino Bronze: WinStar World Casino and ResortImage Courtesy of Kraig Becker
Favorite US National Park
Gold: Yellowstone National Park Silver: Great Smoky Mountains National Park Bronze: Grand Canyon National ParkPhoto Credit: YayaErnst/Getty
Favorite Canadian National Park
Gold: Banff National Park Silver: Glacier National Park Bronze: Jasper National ParkPhoto: Getty Images
Favorite State to RV In
Gold: Florida Silver: Utah Bronze: ColoradoMiscellaneous
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Favorite Activity while RVing
Gold: Relaxing Silver: Sightseeing Bronze: Hiking Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to our readers who shared their thoughts and opinions. The post The 2024 Wildsam Readers’ Choice Award Winners appeared first on RV.com. -
Big Pine Key and Florida’s Lower Keys are Your Destinations for Active Adventures in 2025
From fishing and diving to kayaking, hiking, and camping, the wonders of Florida’s Lower Keys never cease to amaze. These idyllic islands offer miles of pristine beaches, wonderful restaurants and campgrounds, and gorgeous weather all year long. But those who crave a more active outdoor experience won’t be disappointed either, as opportunities for adventure abound.Florida’s Lower Keys are an outdoor paradise stretching along Highway US 1 from the iconic Seven Mile Bridge south to historic Stock Island. In between, travelers will find plenty of things to see and do, with options for every visitor. Activities include everything from hiking and biking in the National Key Deer Refuge to playing a round of golf on the par-70 championship course at Key West Golf Club on Stock Island. Looking for an aquatic adventure? There are plenty of opportunities for sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, and deep-sea fishing, too.Photo Credit: Florida’s Lower Keys
Bahia Honda State Park is one of the epicenters for outdoor activities in the Lower Keys. Located at mile marker 37, this fantastic destination offers white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and some of the best sunsets found anywhere along the gulf. Visitors can choose to simply relax along the shore with their feet in the water or take a more active approach. The park has a 3.5-mile paved walking and biking trail, while the waters just offshore are excellent for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Bahia Honda is also home to some of the best tarpon fishing in the state and has three onsite campgrounds with a total of 80 campsites for RV and tent camping.Photo Credit: Florida’s Lower Keys
With its delicious restaurants, beautiful campgrounds, live music, and access to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Big Pine Key rightfully receives plenty of attention. But visitors should be sure to add the eclectic and enchanting Stock Island to their must-visit list. It is not only home to a thriving commercial shrimping industry, but it is also a surprisingly great culinary destination with charming art studios and seaside bars nestled beside colorful marinas. It is also a hub for serious anglers searching for the best charter fishing captains the Keys have to offer.Photo Credit: Florida’s Lower Keys
As you can see, these unique and beautiful islands have plenty to offer anyone looking for a tropical escape. From active adventures to total rest and relaxation, you’ll find it all in Big Pine Key and Florida’s Lower Keys. To start planning your visit—and learn more about this fantastic destination—click here. The post Big Pine Key and Florida’s Lower Keys are Your Destinations for Active Adventures in 2025 appeared first on RV.com.Photo Credit: Florida’s Lower Keys
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Oklahoma Good Sam Road Trip
It’s hard to rival the Sooner State when it comes to Native American history or cowboy culture. The following trip takes deep into the Chickasaw Nation and ends in the Deer Capital of the World. Click on the numbered icons to take a walk on the Sooner State’s wild side. Start with sky-high adventures in OKC or venture into untamed plains, lakes, and mountains.The post Oklahoma Good Sam Road Trip appeared first on RV.com.