Camping With Kids: How to Start Small and Raise Adventurous Kids

Camping with kids doesn’t require the perfect RV, expensive outdoor gear or a perfectly planned family adventure. Sometimes it starts with a borrowed tent, a pair of hand-me-down boots and simply deciding to get outside. Our Guest Natalie Vereen Davis Natalie Vereen-Davis is the creator of CampingKiddos, a family camping and outdoor travel resource helping … Read more

Powering Adventure in the Sierra: Dragonfly Energy and the Future of Off-Grid RV Living

By Sierra Rec Magazine When you head into the Sierra Nevada for a weekend of dispersed camping near Mammoth, an overlanding trip down Highway 395, or a snow-filled RV adventure at Blue Lakes, one question always comes up: how do you keep everything powered without the drone of a generator? This week on the Sierra … Read more

17,710 Miles of Free Camping in the Sierra Nevada: Exploring with OnX Off-Road

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Looking for open spaces, fewer crowds, and a chance to truly disconnect this Labor Day? The Sierra Nevada holds more than 17,000 miles of free, legal, dispersed camping opportunities — and thanks to new tools from OnX Off-Road, finding your next hidden campsite just got a whole lot easier. Discovering the Sierra’s Wild Side In … Read more

5–7 Day Itinerary: The Sierra Scenic Loop Road Trip

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Explore the Eastern & Western Sierra in One Epic Adventure Explore the Sierra with this flexible 5-7day adventure, ideal for families, nature lovers, and road trippers craving to see it all! From high desert canyons to giant sequoias and glacial lakes, this road trip is your gateway to the best of the Sierra — without … Read more

5 of the best routes for a Sierra Nevada road trip

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The Sierra Nevada offers the perfect blend of rugged natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a rich local history. You’ll find everything here, from towering peaks to ancient sequoias and shimmering lakes. Road-tripping lets you explore this magical area at your own pace. You can connect with both small mountain towns and pristine wilderness areas. Every … Read more

Lakes Basin and Reds Meadow Road to temporarily close Friday, November 1 due to incoming storm

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Mammoth Lakes, Calif., October 31, 2023 — To provide for public safety due to the impending storm, the Inyo National Forest has decided to close the Lakes Basin area and Reds Meadow Road this Friday, November 1 at 6:00 p.m. or earlier, depending on weather. National Weather Service Reno is forecasting up to 4-5 inches of … Read more

Wildlife Crossing to Close Highway 395 This September

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Eastern Sierra Travelers, Prepare for a Scenic Detour Near Bridgeport If you’re planning a September adventure along Highway 395 between Bridgeport and Walker, California, be prepared for a temporary detour. Caltrans will be closing the road for two weeks beginning September 4th to install much-needed wildlife crossings. While this closure may disrupt travel plans, it’s … Read more

Base Camp Sierra

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A review of the Various Base Camps we enjoyed in 2023 Sierra Nevada Travel – 2023 was a fantastic year for me, traveling the Sierra and experiencing so many places as we completed our goal of traveling the length of the Sierra and crisscrossing it several times on various Sierra Passes.As we wrap up 2023, … Read more

Fall in Nevada’s Capital City: A Spectacle of Colors, Festivities and Arts and Culture 

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(CARSON CITY, NEV.) – While summer may be winding down, travelers anticipating fall can look forward to the season’s spooky celebrations, cooler activities and outdoor adventures, with views of the season’s best colors. Carson City, Nevada is prepped and ready for numerous events happening nearly every weekend throughout September and October. For Halloween lovers of all … Read more

Battery Heated Blanket: A Must-Have for Autumn Mountain Escapes

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Fall Travel Tips from our Partners at Zoni Home As we transition from the scorching heat of August, the embrace of coolertemperatures comes as a much-needed relief. The allure of destinations like NewYork City and Maui for an autumn escape is heightened by the combination of morecomfortable weather and a quieter tourist scene. Meanwhile, the … Read more

5 Tire Tips for Safe Summer Driving

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(Family Features) As temperatures rise during the summer months, the friction from your vehicle’s tires rolling, turning and braking combined with higher pavement temperatures could lead to potential trouble while on the road. While added variables like increased traffic due to summer travelers, construction, sun glare and unpredictable weather can all increase your risks, knowing … Read more

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