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Best Pacific Northwest RV Parks Near Hot Springs

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Best Pacific Northwest RV Parks Near Hot Springs With summer temperatures waning and the holidays around the corner, autumn is a great time to seek out Pacific Northwest Hot Springs. There’s a chill in the air and those warm, bubbling natural spring pools are very inviting. If you are thinking about heading out this fall in one of our Seattle RVs, check out some of the great Hot Springs locations throughout the Pacific Northwest. Summer Lake Hot Springs is known as the Oregon Outback. This beautiful RV Park located in Lake County Oregon is one of the most picturesque places in the Pacific Northwest. Nestled at 41777 Highway 31 in Paisley Oregon, you can bask in the beauty and uniqueness of this location all while soaking in the artesian hot mineral springs. The location is just two hours from Bend Oregon and the RV park on-site features water, sewer, 20 to 50 amp electric and pull-through sites available. Belknap Hot Springs is also located in Oregon on the Mackenzie River. This RV park and resort is open 365 days a year, and features two mineral hot spring pools and gorgeous gardens. The RV park features full hookups, and many spots are right next to the river. Crystal Crane Hot Springs is located at 59315 Highway 78 in Burns Oregon. This location features a hot spring pond and private bath houses, as well as event spaces, cabins, and an RV park. The campground features power and water sites with pull-through and back-in spots. All overnight accommodations include unlimited use of the pond, common areas, restrooms, showers and camp kitchens. Hot Lake Springs is nestled in the grand Oregon and not only features Hot Springs but historical buildings, museums and unique architecture as well. They have both cooling and hot soaking spring pools and several different types of accommodation. Sol Duc Hot Springs located on the Olympic Peninsula in the Olympic National Park. Soak up the natural minerals as you drink in the surrounding forests. The Sol Duck RV Park is open March 25 to October 30 but there are several other locations close by, such as Lake Quinault and Log Cabin RV and campground. Carson Hot Springs is located on the Columbia River at 372 St. Martin Springs Road in Carson, Washington. Although the Hot Springs themselves don’t offer RV camping, there are several places close by such as the Bigfoot RV Park, Timberlake campground and RV park in the Wind Mountain RV park and lodge. Bonneville Hot Springs resort and spa is located in North Bonneville Washington. This beautiful resort features rooms and cabins for guests, but if you’re camping you might want to check out the Lewis and Clark campground and RV park close by. The Bridge of the Gods motel, RV Park and cabins are also located close by on the Oregon side of the river. Fall and winter are some of the best times of the year to experience warm, bubbling Hot Springs, so grab one of our Seattle, RVs, gear up, and find some of the most relaxing pools in the Pacific Northwest!

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Great ‘No Reservation’ Campgrounds in Washington

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There are many great ‘No Reservation’ Campgrounds in Washington that are very popular and fill up fast. They require travelers to make reservations well in advance in hopes of getting a spot to park the RV and enjoy the beauty of Washington’s outdoor spaces. If you have not yet reserved your spot or are new to camping and thinking of renting an RV, there is still hope. There are some great no-reservation camp sites scattered all over Washington. Based on what we’ve learned from renting out our Seattle RV Rentals, here are some of the best places. 1. Camano Island State Park Camino Island State Park has 88 campsites, cabins, dump sites, and showers. This is a gorgeous place right on the water. Reservations are available, but walk-ins are always welcome. 2. Colonial Creek Campground This site is in the North Cascades National Park near the popular Lake Diablo. It is one of the most beautiful spots in the park, and in the whole state. The stunning lake views and spacious campsites make this a must-do camping trip. If the campground is full, drive down the road and check out the no-fee primitive spots at George Lake Campground. 3. Owhi Campground This is a popular spot, as it is located on Cooper Lake in Roslyn, but the early bird gets the worm at this first-come-first-served campground. There are 22 sites and pit toilets. 4. White River Campground This campground is located in one of Washington’s most famous spots, Mount Rainier National Park. It can be tricky to find a camping spot here because of the popularity. White River Campground is a bit higher in elevation and only opens after the snow melts. The views are amazing from all 112 spots here. 5. Beacon Rock State Park This is the prettiest park on the Columbia Gorge with full hookup RV sites, restrooms, and showers. This is not a reservation-required site, but to snag one in the summer, plan a mid-week camping trip. 6. South Beach Campground in Olympic National Park This is a strictly no reservation campground. There are 55 camp sites and flush toilets. There is no potable water. The views are stunning on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Sites are not the most private, but the incomparable views make up for it. 7. Rock Island Campground This campground in the Wenatchee National Forest located near Leavenworth will not disappoint. It borders the Icicle Ridge Trail with 20 campsites, potable water, and vault toilets. 8. Spencer Spit State Park If you are looking for a place to go with a very relaxed and laid back vibe, then this campsite on small Lopez Island is it! They do take reservations here and most campers will recommend you make them, but they are not required. They do keep a small number of sites as non-reservation. Some sites are right on the beach and it is the most gorgeous beach on the island. 9. Cape Disappointment State Park Despite the name, this park will not disappoint; in fact, it’s one of Washington’s most amazing destinations! Right at the mouth of the Columbia River, it is a beach lover’s dream. All camp sites are reservable and last minute campers looking for a resting place are welcome as well. For more tips on RV camping or information on RV rental please feel free to browse our website or contact us anytime. NW Adventure Rentals has a luxurious fleet of motorhomes and travel trailers, conveniently located in the Pacific Northwest at our Seattle location! Let us help you have a great outdoor vacation! image original by Amit Chattopadhyay Flickr of Camano Island State Park

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5 Hidden Gem Campgrounds to Visit in the Pacific Northwest

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5 Hidden Gem Campgrounds to Visit in the Pacific Northwest If you’re looking for adventure, you’ll have to check out our picks for the area’s most unique and hidden campgrounds. Some you may already know about, or you may be discovering them for the first time. Let’s get right to it! Camp Sherman – Deschutes Forest off Hwy 20 by Black Butte Ranch a few hours outside Portland. What’s so special about this place? It’s open year round in one of the most scenic and picturesque places in the state. Pets are allowed. Sites are next to the Metolius River in the middle of the forest with an abundance of recreational activities. Hiking, fishing, biking, and backpacking will send you out on a great day of adventure. When you’re ready to retire, come back to the warmth of your RV, start up a roaring fire and kick back under the stars. Diamond Lake – Located in Southern Oregon at an elevation of over 5,000 feet, this unique lake provides a multitude of recreational activites including fishing, boating, biking and hiking. There are lots of trails to explore and the campground is in the middle of the Umpqua Forest. There are over 200 sites here with restrooms, water, picnic tables and campfire rings. The famous Pacific Crest Trail is also accessible near the campground. Fort Stevens State Park – Looking for more man-made adventure? Check out the bunkers at the Fort Stevens State Park in Hammond, Oregon. Over 4,000 acres make up this unique park full of history and nature. Get lost in the dark bunkers and play a game of hide-and-seek in places no one would dare go! They have camping spots, a beach, cabins, beautiful scenery and much more! 170 full hook up sites, 15 yurts, bike rentals, and restrooms with hot showers. Kayak Point – Lets go about 4 hours straight north to the small coastal town of Stanwood, Washington. Kayak Point is about an hour north of Seattle and offers a beautiful beach setting. The campground features a boat launch, picnic shelters, playgrounds, restrooms, swimming and even a vacation house. This saltwater beach park is along the shores of Port Susan and offers a rich setting perfect for fishing, windsurfing, crabbing, hiking, and boating. There are only 30 campsites, but all have hook-ups and water as well as a lot of privacy Paradise Creek Campground – Located in Carson Washington on Wind River Road, this out-of-the-way camping spot receives excellent ratings. Nestled in the national forest under a blanket of oversized firs and cedars, the park offers a good mix of privacy, lush undergrowth, and a spacious site perfect for mingling and entertaining. The river offers great fishing and there are stunning views of Mt. Adams with great hiking, biking and trail exploration. Have you been to any of these parks? Let us know! Have a better one you think we should add? Tell us! We love exploring the Pacific Northwest-and it’s even more enjoyable in a NW Adventure Rentals RV or travel trailer from our Seattle location! Book now!

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How to Avoid Ticks and Prepare a Tick Kit for Camping

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How to Avoid Ticks and Prepare a Tick Kit for Camping Over recent years, ticks have become more and more prevalent. If you are on social media at all you have probably seen the stories of people who thought they would never come in contact with a tick ending up with Lyme disease. The answer, of course, is not to never go out and enjoy the wilderness. Taking a few minutes to assemble a tick kit for your next RV camping trip can help to prevent any of the scary illnesses brought on by bacteria in tick saliva. If you have ever seen, read an article about, or known someone with Lyme disease, you will know the importance of having a tick kit at the ready. Taking a few minutes to assemble a tick kit before your next camping trip is quick and easy and you may already have the items you need on hand. For your kit you will need rubbing alcohol or iodine scrub, sealable bags or tape, and a pair of fine tip tweezers. Take all of the kit items and place them in a clearly labeled small box or pouch so all of the items are together and ready to go. The next step is to learn about how to remove a tick before they latch on to your body. This is where the tweezers in the kit come in handy. There are special tick removal devices you can purchase, but the Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that a pair of pointy tipped tweezers will do the job. Use the tweezers to grasp the tick as close as you can near the skin and pull it away with constant, steady, and even pressure. Be careful not to twist or jerk a tick, this could cause body parts of the tiny pest to break off and maybe even cause it to leave more saliva behind. Tick saliva is where the disease causing bacteria live. Once the tick is removed, do not dispose of it. Place the tick in a sealed bag or wrap it tightly in tape. You can also tape the tick to an index card. Keeping the tick is useful should you need to see a doctor if irritation occurs. It is also a good idea to write down the time and date the tick was removed. The CDC states you can dispose of a tick by flushing it down the toilet. Do not look to other tick removal “hacks”; the only way to remove a tick is with tweezers and careful pressure. Stay away from methods like painting the tick with nail polish or petroleum jelly, dousing with peppermint essential oil, or the use of heat. You want to remove the tick from the body as quickly as possible and not wait for it to detach from the skin. Having a tick kit handy can make a huge difference in your likelihood to contract a serious illness. For more tips on RV camping or information on RV rental please feel free to browse our website or contact us anytime. NW Adventure Rentals has a luxurious fleets of motorhomes and travel trailers, conveniently located in the Pacific Northwest at our Seattle location! Let us help you have a great outdoor vacation!

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Camping Near Easton Washington

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Camping Near Easton Washington It’s spring! A great time of year to get out and explore the Northwest in an RV. So many of us get the itch to start enjoying the great outdoors again with the few peeks of sunshine through those spring showers. Though we have spring fever, school is still in session and work is going full force. Don’t get down over those spring fever longings. We have the perfect Washington spring RV destination to scratch that itch; Easton, Washington! Easton is a small town just past Snoqualmie Pass on the east side of the mountains. A great place for those that love to day hike and to soak in the eastern Washington sun for a short spring weekend getaway. Where to Set Up Camp There are many places for dispersed boondock camping, but beware that some roads are single lane dirt roads with untrimmed brush along the sides that can drag along the side of an RV and potentially cause scratches. The best-dispersed spots for your RV will be along the gravel Forest Service Road #4818, also known as Kachess Dam Road. Camping is not allowed on the road until after you pass under the high-tension power lines. Once you pass them you will see the dispersed camping spaces notched into both sides of the road. Lake Easton State Park also has 45 full hookup RV spaces available for campers that enjoy a few more modern comforts while camping. Easton’s Amazing Hikes Just two miles north of Easton is a trailhead that gives access to three of the most amazing hikes in Washington: Easton Ridge Trail, Domerie Divide Trail, and Kachess Ridge Trail. Each trail comes with its own unique characteristics including water features, views, and varying levels of difficulty. If you are an animal lover, don’t forget the binoculars for a chance to spy some mountain goats along the cliffs of Silver Creek! Kachess Ridge– a great hike featuring two routes to stunning views, both with a good level of difficulty. It is a 4.7-mile trail that takes about four hours to hike and a northwest forest pass for parking at the trailhead. Easton Ridge– a moderately difficult hike that is 6.5 miles long with a significant elevation gain. It should take around four hours to hike Easton Ridge and at the top you will be wowed with mountain views stretching as far as the eye can see. Domerie Divide– the most difficult of the Easton day hikes, but also arguably the most beautiful. At the trailhead, find the junction for the Kachess Ridge Trail and listen for the sound of Silver Creek. Follow the unmarked trail that is Easton Ridge along the creek and over the bridge. Cross the bridge and hike the switchbacks to the old forest road, then follow the fading road to the obvious unmarked trail heading up the mountainside. Eventually the switchbacks give way to steep climbs that can get slippery in very dry weather. Enjoy views of Kachess Lake. Further into the hike the trees will thin, so look for the signs that mark out the Domerie Divide and soon you will be taking in views of Cle Elum Lake and a gorgeous sea of mountain peaks and crags! Easton is a great place for a short spring weekend away. For more tips on RV camping or information on RV rental please feel free to browse our website or contact us anytime. NW Adventure Rentals has a luxurious fleets of motorhomes and travel trailers, conveniently located in the Pacific Northwest at our Seattle location! Let us help you have a great outdoor vacation!

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