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Back to EpisodesFall Camping Is Here: Hidden Gems, Scenic Drives & Last-Minute Campsites
Description
Fall may be one of the best times of year to go camping. In this episode of Inspired Travels with Patti, I talk with Vanessa Russell of The Adventure Detour about why the crowds, cooler temperatures, and changing scenery make fall an ideal season for exploring. Vanessa shares hidden-gem destinations, including the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park and Mammoth Lakes, California, along with tips for finding last-minute campsites, discovering local favorites, and planning an exit strategy when the weather changes. Whether you're traveling in an RV, staying in a cabin, glamping, or simply taking a scenic drive, you'll find plenty of ideas for making the most of fall travel.
In This Episode
- Why fall can be an ideal time for camping and RV travel
- How to find less-crowded destinations and hidden gems
- A quieter alternative to the crowded east side of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Why Mammoth Lakes is an unexpected fall foliage destination
- How to find cancellations at sold-out campgrounds
- Planning an exit strategy when cold or snow threatens
- Why asking locals can lead you to the best places
- Scenic drives, campfires, and other ways to embrace the fall season
Hidden-Gem Destinations
Vanessa recommends looking beyond the destinations everyone else is visiting. Some of her favorite fall destinations include Vermont's Green Mountains, New Hampshire's White Mountains, Maine, the Finger Lakes, Michigan, and Door County.
She also highlights the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, including Grand Lake and Granby, as a quieter alternative to Estes Park. For fall foliage, she recommends Mammoth Lakes, California, where aspens create spectacular scenery in early October.
Find The Adventure Detour
Learn more about Vanessa Russell and her family's adventures, RV travel resources, and free guide for booking sold-out campsites:
The Adventure Detour: https://theadventuredetour.com
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