bluegrass
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Post by bluegrass on Oct 23, 2013 19:02:29 GMT -5
Wi1dbi11 started a nice chat with fellow bloggers in his "is anybody out there" request. I would like to hear where people have travel. There is a section under "KZ on the Go" where we can share campgrounds and sightseeing picks. There have been only 8 posts total....we all travel and have favorite spots to camp and visit, or even one time visits we really enjoyed. Let's get posting some places to consider. Those of us who have put our RVs up for the season need to start planning for next year to get us through the winter.
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Post by woodshed on Oct 23, 2013 20:13:28 GMT -5
Southern California recommendations are posted in the section.
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wi1dbi11
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Post by wi1dbi11 on Oct 25, 2013 13:04:51 GMT -5
Oh boy, this sounds like fun, as cabin fever is starting to set in already.
Michigan.... Silver Lake sand dunes and Ludington area for the beaches and state parks. If you want to stay at a Michigan State park check their web site and reserve a spot right after Jan 1,2014 as they fill up quick. We stayed at Kibby Creek campgrounds south of Ludington. Very kid friendly.
Get your kicks and take a trip following old RT 66 Chicago to the pier at Santa Monica. Haven't made the whole way yet and if you know what you're looking for anmd at it's really a cool trip. There are several books I would recomend that you get that will make the trip more interesting and with the photo book you know what your looking at and some of the History.
Mammoth Cave National Park in KY. Been there in Jan. no crowds. Some campgrounds are open. Little cold but in the cave is year round I think about 60 to 65 degrees. Also, after Labor day weekend when the kids are back in school, however you'll still have the school tours.
Hocking Hills area in southeast Ohio. Cool rock formations from water eroding over thousands of years. Lots of hiking if you're into that. Very family friendly. Lots camping and B&B. We try to go every couple of years. We been toying with the idea to stay at one of the B&B and go down during the winter. We have heard it is very pretty with a blanket of light snow.
For the kids, Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio. I think that there is a RV park just outside the gates. While your in the area, this is the vacation spot in Ohio. Take the ferry to the islands for a day. East Harbor State park. Camping available, but plan and reserve early
Ohio Amish country, Millerburg, Berlin, Walnut Creek. Amish foods, wines, cheeses and furiture stores. Several RV parks in the area. For the guys, be sure to visit Klein lumber in Charm and Lehmen's Hardware in Kidron. There are tours of the Amish farms. Not to much for the kids. They close most places at 5 pm very little is open on Sunday. While in this area a short drive east to Dover, Ohio and visit the Warther wood cravings museum. Google it.
Going south and west. Gotta love Texas in the spring. San Antonio, beautiful and fun town. Going back and going to staying longer. East Texas, good place to stay is Tyler State Park. West Texas, try Balmorhea State park, near where I10 and I20 come together. Huge spring feeds swiming hole, water temp about 72 year round. Very busy during the summer. Night time you'll see stars and stars and stars and more stars.
New Mexico, Old RT 66 nuff said there, Roswell, not my bag, but... Carlsbad, the caverns are cool, you'll need a couple days to see the caverns. just north of town is Brantley Lake State Park. Didn't stay there but it look really nice when we pass it several times going to different sites around Carlsbad. Stop at the city's park for a refreshing dip in the Pecos River. Take sandels as the parking lot get very hot.
AZ. The big ditch in the northern part of the state. Rt66 follows I40. Painted desert and Perified Forest National Park. Stay In Halbrook and take some time to explore the town. Meteor crate is cool, if you like big holes in the ground. If you're really into RVing there is Quartzsite on I10 near the CA. line. haven't been there yet but it is suppose to be a huge gathering, I think in the winter February/March maybe. Coming in On I10 from the east stop in Wilcox and put the camper in the RV park. Head for the Chiricahua National Park go down 186. Spend a day hiking and enjoying the views, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TAKE LARGE CLASS A OR TOW A TRAILER TO HERE, THERE IS NO PLACE TO TURN A BIG RIG AROUND. THERE IS A 40' LIMIT AT THE PARK Some camping at the park but mostly tents and popups. Stop in the Texas canyon area. You'll be waiting for the Lone Ranger or Roy Rogers to come riding out from around the boulders at anytime. Next day head for Tombstone. you'll need a full day here to really get the feel of the town and Boot Hill.
Ok that's enough for now, got to start planning our travels. We talked to a couple at the KZ rally that flew to Alaska, rented a Class C MH and toured the State for a week or so. Hummmm.....
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bluegrass
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Post by bluegrass on Nov 1, 2013 18:42:56 GMT -5
Hi Wi1dbi11.... Great ideas. We also like the Ohio Amish area. We stay at Amish Country Campsite in Winesburg, Ohio. It isn't a very large campground and doesn't offer any frills but it is quiet, clean, and convenient to the area. They are more set up for units that are moderate sized but have a few pull-thru sites for larger rigs...ask when you call. The campground has water, electric, and grey-water drain at the site. Don't forget to have a buffet meal at one of the restaurants. Keim Lumber is like a hardware Disneyland....wives will enjoy it too...you can even have breakfast or light lunch there....upstairs.
Hocking Hills is beautiful. We stayed at the State Park. We went to the Washboard Music Festival a couple of years back...great time and fantastic music. It was a street festival, lots of fun. Don't miss a tour of the Washboard Factory in town....yes, they still make washboard.
Our trailer is hibernating for the winter also....boo hoo!!! Looking ahead and already thinking about 2014
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yazzy
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Post by yazzy on Nov 12, 2014 14:17:09 GMT -5
I have to say...I love this forum so far! so many people telling about experiences(good or bad), tips...etc My wife & I just got our first camper (Hybrid KZ 21FKT) and love it! We live in Mass & haven't gone too far...Mass, Maine & NH. We also hate that we have to hibernate for the winter! Maybe once i get a bigger truck, we can travel farther & check out where you all are at & go to!
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wi1dbi11
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2010 Durango 2013 Chevy 2500
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Post by wi1dbi11 on Nov 27, 2014 0:59:25 GMT -5
When in Ohio, be sure to check out the Dayton area. We sent a week there this past fall and, easily sent another week. One of the main attraction is the Air Force museum. plan n three to four days just to lightly to moderately view it. Admission, none, since as taxpayers we bought most of this to begin with. Camping is a little challenge unless you're willing to pay the high dollar at the KOA nearby. There are a couple State Parks/Campgrounds within 15 to 20 miles as well as some private CG within about 30 miles. If you're any kind of machinery nut, like me, be aware that Dayton Area has more Patents per cap than any other city in the US. So check out the Dayton area sometime. I know I'll go back!
WildBill
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