planning sumer trip to colorago in 32 foot class c

[vintholidays]

planning a trip to colorado from wisconsin this summer in our new 32 foot sunseeker, would appreciate any advise on great scenic campgrounds, and safe appropriate roads for a 32 footer to travel safely. I would like to go to rocky mountain national park and maybe a a day trip to aspen but I want a safe and memorable tip so any advise would be so appreciated....thanks

[Jackha1949]

If you do go as far as Montrose continue to Telluride on rt145 then continue southward to Priest Gulch Campground it's an awesome trip, a bit steep in some places but very doable. The mountains along Rt145 thru Telluride are truly breathtaking! There is also a nice campgrounds in Delores and Cortez isn't that far away. If you go that way you can return thru Durango and take Rt 160 thru Wolf Creek Pass it is quite the trip and the mountains are awesome! July and August are great months to visit the area, June can have snow in the passes as well as September. Happy Rving 🙂

[crasster]

gbopp wrote:
My advice is to stay off the interstate highways and travel the side roads if you want to see America.

It's about the journey, not just the destination.

Enjoy your trip.

X2, only interstate if you need to make the BEST time. While in Colorado, visit the Colorado Springs area and Pikes Peak. Take the train up the mountain. Good times.

[greyhook]

We have a 31ft. Class C. We drove through Colorado last summer, ended up in Estes Park at the Manor RV Park. It was close quarters but, from what I hear, most CGs in that town are. Very close to RMNP. We drove Trail Ridge Rd. in the MH and had no problems with parking or anything. We had wanted to rent a car but there is only 1 place in town that does it and they were booked(lesson learned, don't wait till the day you need it!). There is public parking for RVs in town also. We used public parking to go tour the Stanley Hotel and walk and go see the shops downtown.. All in all, very enjoyable.

[vintholidays]

thank you everyone for your great suggestions, looking forward to our trip!!!

[sullivanclan]

Welcome! Keep in mind Summer in Colorado is a bit later than other parts of the country, especially in the high country. Early Spring winds can be a challenge as well. I might suggest a trip over RMNP, then cross the interstate and go over the passes toward Leadville, Salida area, back to Canyon City if heading back East, or continue on highway 50 West toward Gunnison, Montrose and the Western Slope, heading either South to Ouray, or North through the Wine and Peach country of Grand Junction, returning East back to the Denver area. Lots of boondocking opportunity in the Central and Western part of the State that sees less tourism then the RMNP areas. As others noted, do a little planning as RV Resorts and campgrounds, especially in popular areas can fill quickly. Take the road less traveled as often as possible, enjoy the small towns where locals can give lots of ideas on safe camp areas in local forests. Hope that helps.

[FunTwoDrv]

What Deb & Ed said!I wouldn't venture into RMNP in a 32' RV. Summer traffic is so heavy, I doubt you could find a place to pull over to take in the scenery...not much fun! Having said that, I have seen several especially during the early hours.
Aspen is very accessible via 82 from Glenwood Springs. Don't try it from the Leadville side!
Good Luck,
Gary

[Bordercollie]

Find park websites with information about any large motorhome driving and motorhome length restrictions, reserving camp sites and hookup facilities. Call for information by phone to get current information. AAA may have helpful information booklets. Plan ahead to avoid disappointments. Have fun and drive safely. Don't let local yokels pressure you into taking turns too fast in mountains. Pull of and let the parade pass, but only when it's safe.

[Deb_and_Ed_M]

vintholidays wrote:
we will not be towing a vehicle but using our motorhome to get around

I would recommend renting a car to see RMNP - especially because you can drive a car up the narrow Fall River Rd. That's an incredibly-scenic drive! Also, many of the Nat'l Parks were designed way before RVs, so the scenic turnouts can be small and RV-unfriendly.

[Mandalay_Parr]

Nels&Connie wrote:
There are campgrounds in Estes park that would be a good base to cover the park from.

X2

[gbopp]

My advice is to stay off the interstate highways and travel the side roads if you want to see America.

It's about the journey, not just the destination.

Enjoy your trip.

[Nels_Connie]

There are campgrounds in Estes park that would be a good base to cover the park from.

[vintholidays]

we will not be towing a vehicle but using our motorhome to get around

[Nels_Connie]

Are you towing a car or touring with the motorhome ? The last time we were at RMNP we stayed at a KOA in loveland and drove in with the Jeep.
Also it's 250 miles of mountain driving from the park to Aspen.