First Time Across Country to Grand Canyon
We are a family of four and we have had a used A class Warrior RV about a year now and have taken 4 -5 weekend trips. Our goal was to do this to learn "how camp in a RV" in preparation to drive acr...
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August? If it were me, I'd go no further than Mesa Verde. Consider staying in the mountains of Colorado where it will be much more tolerable in August. Plus, you'll save a lot of driving time that can be used sightseeing. If you want to see red rock country, stay in Ridgway SP and take a day trip to Moab and Canyonlands NP (which we like better than the Grand Canyon).
You mention a family of four but what ages are we talking about and what activities are you interested in? I can recommend places to visit real ghost towns, go river rafting, see amazing wildflower displays, ride a steam train through unbelievable scenery, and hike in mountains unlike anything you've ever seen in the east.
As for pets, leave the dog at home. Too restrictive on your activities. We camped for years with a couple of cats, but with a litter box, keeping them in the PUP for hours wasn't a problem, as long as we found a shady campsite.
So, how old is everyone and what do y'all like to do?
You mention a family of four but what ages are we talking about and what activities are you interested in? I can recommend places to visit real ghost towns, go river rafting, see amazing wildflower displays, ride a steam train through unbelievable scenery, and hike in mountains unlike anything you've ever seen in the east.
As for pets, leave the dog at home. Too restrictive on your activities. We camped for years with a couple of cats, but with a litter box, keeping them in the PUP for hours wasn't a problem, as long as we found a shady campsite.
So, how old is everyone and what do y'all like to do?
