Cultus Lake 1000 Trails RV & Camping Resort

     As luck would happen, we arrived at the campground on a Sunday of a three-day Canadian holiday, so the campground was quite full.  We drove into the campground and found no place to disconnect the dinghy and had to squeeze through the maze of cars and RV with the coach, car attached.  Working our way to the back of the campground we didn’t find a single site deep enough to fit us until we got to an area that was backed up to the storage area which was previously designated for tents.  The site was in a zoo of cars, boats, tents, and RVs, I was about to pass it up when Jackie decided it would be our spot.  She had walked ahead of the coach to find a site while I was working my way through the maze.  The campers around the site offered to move cars and boats and even guide us in.  Based on the friendliness of the people around, we took a very tight spot with only 15 amps.

     The campground was such a zoo and with a lack of phone and internet, we contemplated leaving the next morning.  We didn’t.  For a fee, the campground offered the internet and gave us a password that was good for just one device and 24 hours.  On our second day, I got smart and set up my directional antenna and connected with a repeater and a router, which allowed us to connect any of our devices.  On the last day of the holiday, the campground had thinned out a bit and it was more welcoming.  We took advantage of the pool and explored the area a bit.

      Our first venture out we went to Bridal Veil Falls and then to Hope to see the Othello Tunnels (being that it was BC Day, the tunnels were so crowded we passed on visiting them.  Jackie wanted to do lunch at a real authentic Canadian restaurant, so she picked Tim Hortons, where we were expected to have a donut with our sandwiches.  From there we headed to Harrison Hot Springs which was a neat touristy town with a beach, swimming lagoon, shops, and restaurants.  Because of the smoke, we couldn’t see much of the beautiful landscape also, I had hoped to visit Devil’s Gate, but it was too close to the fires.

      On a second outing, we drove just a mile or two from the campground to Teapot Hill trailhead.  Round trip to the top and back was just over three miles and a thousand foot elevation change.  The hike was very enjoyable because, on your way up the hill, previous hikers had left teapots of every variety semi hidden along the trail.  I don’t really know what I’m going to do with 50 plus teapot photos, but oh well. We passed people of all ages, everyone having fun spotting teapots, forgetting the steepness of the climb.  We even met one young lady with a teapot of her own to hide. 

      The visit turns out to be a success, smoke, holiday, and all.  Most of the people we met in the campground loved it and come back to it over and over.  On our way back across the border, we got some extra fun when we were detained for a half hour or so,  while the border guards decided that even with a common name, I was safe to allow back into the states.

   A Fraser Valley RV campground providing a fun getaway for all ages

Crystal Isles RV Resort

     Crystal Isles was planned as just a stopover, but because of the manatees nearby, I thought it best to at least stay a couple of days.  It is a really nice resort and there are plenty of sights to see close by.  As always we take some time on the day we arrive to walk the resort.  Along the way, we did notice a good number of grasshoppers, but they seemed to be in only one small section of the park.  As I walked up to take a photo of a site with its own dock, the couple at the site next door said hi.  Ten minutes later, we were all drinking margaritas and talking like we've known each other for years.  (this is my favorite part of full-time RV'ing)  Meeting great people just makes the park!  During our chat, Jackie and I got acquainted with no-see-ums.  (who knew there would be bugs in Florida?)  

     We picked the wrong time of year to visit Crystal River because the manatees come up the river to its 72-degree springs to keep warm.  Just a few miles from the resort is Homosassa Springs Wildlife, State Park.  It has to be one of the best wildlife preserves in the country.  Well worth the $13 dollars to visit.  First and foremost are the manatees.  During the summer, the manatees there are rehabilitating from boating accidents and things.  Also, there is a large assortment of birds there along with alligators, a hippo, and various other animals.  

    Bugs withstanding, this is a really great resort, that we should have planned to stay a bit longer.  The park has most of the amenities that you would expect to find in a resort (and they're well maintained). I'm sure that we will revisit here in the future.  

 A perfect blend of peace and pleasure at a Nature Coast RV resort

    Experience a beautiful retreat that offers something for the whole family at Crystal Isles RV Resort. Located on Florida's scenic West Coast with nearby Gulf beaches, restaurants, golf courses, fishing and shopping, Crystal Isles RV Resort is the perfect camping location for enjoying the Florida sunshine.

    Crystal Isles RV park offers a mix of peace, tranquility and plays to create the Florida vacation you've been waiting for. Walk on the beach, rent a boat, fish in the local streams and lakes or test your hand at golf. We offer a wonderful experience for your next vacation.

Coronado Campground, Bernalillo, New Mexico

     Coronado Campground is located a few miles northeast of Albuquerque in a town called Bernalillo.  It is within walking distance of an archeology site and a casino.  The first thing that I noticed about the campground was how much pride the owner had in it.  Each sited had an adobe shelter built over its picnic shelter and each shelter had hand-painted walls.  The campground was laid out nice and was set up with the customer in mind.   Our site had 50 amps and water, but the campground has a one airconditioner rule.  We walked around and found that there was a good view of the Rio Grande river and away from the RV section of the campground was a tent campground with facilities and some sheltered picnic tables.  There was a group tent camping area with groomed laid-out out spots for tents.  Overall, I was very pleased with our visit and it was also pretty inexpensive as well.  I will make an effort to return for a longer visit one day.

Coronado Campground doesn't have a website, but here is a link to reviews of the campground.

Colorado River RV Campground

     Colorado River RV Campground is just outside of Columbus, Texas.  It is on the Texas Colorado River as opposed to the Colorado River flowing through the Grand Canyon.  (Who knew? there are two Colorado Rivers)  We were immediately impressed with how green the park is. It had some damage from Hurricane Harvey, but you couldn’t tell other than the bathrooms have been rebuilt and the banks of the river have fallen some, eating several campsites. The campground is divided into two sections, one being near the pool and courts while the other near the river. Both sections are equally nice. The sites vary from 50 amps with full hookups (where you have to pay $3 per night extra), to 50/30 with full hookups with the option of using the 50 or not and 30 amp sites with water only. Since we were only staying for three nights and the weather wasn’t too hot we opted for the later. The park has a small pool, and indoor hot tub, a mini-golf course, a basketball court and a pickleball court. The rec. facilities are in the welcome center at the park entrance. The Campground is well maintained and has a beautiful park-like setting, with lots of birds and deer. If you’re looking to get away from it all, this is the place to go. Nearby is the town of Columbus that is very picturesque with some historic buildings. An hour of walking around will cover it.  Unless the Confederate Museum is open (pictured left).  It cost a dollar looks like it may take some time to tour.  Overall, we love the feel of this park and will definitely return here in the future.

Stay among riverside pecan groves at a Houston RV campground

Located midway between Houston and San Antonio, Colorado River RV Campground lies along the shores of the Colorado River. This Houston RV campground is nestled amid green fields and pecan groves. Colorado River RV Campground offers an abundance of outdoor camping activities such as hiking, canoeing, fishing and wildlife watching. With easy access to the freeway, guests can enjoy a trip to the big cities then return to the quiet sanctuary of this Houston RV Campground.

Clear Creek Campground, Golden Colorado

     Clear Creek Campground is where Jackie and I stayed while we visited with our Niece Carrie and watched her graduate from the Colorado School of Mines.   The campground is in the perfect location, walking distance to everything in town.  We couldn't have gotten a better spot.  I would highly recommend this campground for anyone who wants to visit beautiful Golden, Colorado.   

From their website

This small, friendly RV park, owned and operated by the City of Golden, is located at 1400 10th Street. It offers a relaxed country-like setting within walking distance of historic downtown Golden.

The RV park is open year-round, equipped with 22 full hook-ups, 11 50-amp electric only, 3 tent campsites, large clean restrooms, showers, laundry facilities, and a dump station.

Cherry Valley Lakes RV Resort

      Cherry Valley Lakes is a private park for Colorado River Adventures members as well as Coast to Coast members.  We arrived here on a Friday morning.  The lady at the gate told us that she had a site that was available and would fit us.  That made moving in quick and easy.  The first thing that we noticed about the park was that it was right on the I-10 freeway and that there were no quiet sites.  We walked around the campground and saw that they had a small pool and hot tub.  Also, there were three small ponds.  We found the lodge and horseshoe pits.  Not much to say about them.  The laundry was nice, but again nothing noteworthy about it.  We found the campground worthy of an overnighter or two, but not a place that we would stay much longer.  As for dog owners, outside of the campground was a large park that ran below the power lines, which was nice.  Overall, there wasn’t anything too exciting about the campground negative or positive.  I hope it isn’t typical of other “Colorado River Adventures” RV parks.

Cherry Valley Lakes Resort - Colorado River Adventures

Type: Deluxe

Good Sam Rating: 9/7.5/7

Address: 
36805 Brookside Ave
Beaumont, CA 92223

Phone: (760) 663-4968

Fax: (760) 663-4945

Reservations Phone: (760) 663-4968

Resort Information: Located near Palm Springs with fishing ponds, swimming pool, covered Jacuzzi, a beautiful clubhouse and lots of trees and grass. Next door to Oak Valley PGA Golf Course and about 15 minutes from Cabazon Factory Outlet Mall (lots of shopping). It's also only 10 minutes from Casino Morongo (lots of fun).

Web Site: coloradoriveradventures.com

EMail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Full Sites: 100

Check-In/Check-Out Times: 9:00 a.m./ 11:00 a.m.

Rental Unit Check-In/
Check-Out Times:

Rental Types:

RV Site Minimum Stay: 1 night

Open: Jan 1 to Dec 31
Peak: Dec 1 to Apr 30

Maximum Electrical Service: 30 amps.

WiFi Available: Yes

Maximum RV Length: 40 feet

Elevation: 0

Amenities: Sites among mature trees, fishing available -stocked pond, heated outdoor pool with covered spa, hot tub, large recreation hall and kitchen, paved roads, laundry, tiled hot showers, horseshoes, playground, shopping nearby (outlet mall), gaming casino nearby, golf nearby (2 new PGA courses), tourist attraction nearby. Nearby: Oak Valley Golf Club, seasonal festivals: Cherry Blossom Festival, fireworks, Apple Harvest Festival, Winterfest.

RV Notes: Drive-ups not accepted. Additional charges: Cable $2.50/night.

Accepts Pets: Yes

Visitor Mail Accepted: No

Chehalis RV  & Camping Resort, Chehalis, Washington

Champoeg State Heritage Area

    Champoeg is a park that I've been visiting since the '70's.  Until I bought a motorhome, I had never camped there.  The park itself is a great place for family/company picnics, access to the Willamette River, learning the area history, bike riding, and disc golfing.  The campground has two sections.  One is well establised in the trees and features several yurts.  The other is newer and the trees are less established leaving a more open feel.  It features a group of nice cabins. Between the two loops is an outdoor amphitheater.  
     For years the camp has held an outdoor historic pageant of the history of Oregon and the Northwest.  I believe the annual pageant no longer exists, but there is a museum that tells the same story.  

Caverns of Sonora