Oregon is one of the most diverse states in the country, with a wealth of fun, amazing, and beautiful attractions. Here you will find towering mountains, volcano craters, old growth forests, pristine rivers and lakes, and of course a spectacular coastline. With so much to see in Oregon, it helps to be mobile. RV camping is an especially popular option for exploring, and some of the best campgrounds and parks in Oregon cater primarily to RVers.

With a Large Number of RV Parks, Oregon Provides Statewide Camping Network Oregon is home to an impressive number of RV parks and campgrounds with RV hookups located across the state. With nearly a dozen RV parks in the greater Portland area alone, more than 60 Oregon coast RV parks, and dozens more across the state, Oregon is a motorhome traveler's jackpot. A statewide list of RV parks in Oregon is available at rv-clubs.us/.

Many RV parks in Oregon have gone to great lengths to add to the fun and comfort of your camping experience. Backed by a desire to preserve the lush beauty of the state, most have created campsites specifically designed to provide enough space and pull-through parking for your rig while still maintaining privacy in a natural setting.

The Many Different Types of RV Parks Oregon Has to Offer Some Oregon RV parks are geared specifically toward families with young children and offer playgrounds, game rooms, organized kids' activities and other services to help keep youngsters happy and entertained. Other parks and campgrounds cater to the senior crowd with activities such as golf, bingo, and dances. Some are located on a lake or river and offer boating, rafting, fishing and other water activities. Others feature horseback riding, birding or off-highway vehicle excursions. There's something for everyone.

Camping in an Oregon RV Park - the Best of All Worlds Those who have joined the motorhome community know that RV camping gives travelers the best of all worlds. You have access to the full range of attractions in the area, all from a home base furnished with electricity, running water and other comforts of home. You can go out to eat at one of Oregon's many notable restaurants, or you can catch your dinner in one of the lakes or rivers and cook it up in your own kitchen.

After a long fun-filled day of exploring, you can return home to a warm shower, an evening around the campfire, and a good night's rest in your own soft bed. If it rains the next morning, you can stay snug and warm curled up with a book or a good movie, rather than worrying about leaky tents or soggy sleeping bags.

Once you have explored an area fully, you can simply fire up the engine and move on to the next location on your itinerary. Each region of Oregon offers something different so you can create a vacation that fits your needs and interests.

With RV Parks, Oregon Regions Are Easy to Explore If you're looking for wide-open spaces, the eastern part of Oregon has just what you need. Central Oregon is sunny and desert like with scenic mountain views. In northern Oregon, you'll find the Columbia River Gorge and nearby Mount Hood. Here you can rock climb, ski and snowboard year round, and visit beautiful waterfalls.

Portland Oregon RV Parks In Portland itself, the state's most populated city, you can enjoy art and cultural events, a wide range of food and shopping choices, organized or self-guided history and architecture tours, sporting events and a host of other entertainment options. For exploring Portland Oregon RV parks are often a convenient and economical choice.

Wine, Dine, and Relive History History enthusiasts can follow the Oregon Trail through the Willamette Valley, located at the foot of the Oregon Coast Range, where agriculture and wine growing also are thriving. The southern part of the state is also rich in historical attractions as well as an abundance of wildlife sanctuaries and other natural areas.

Oregon Coast RV Parks For those who love ocean shorelines, deep-sea fishing, sand dunes, whale watching and other marine activities, the Oregon coast is not to be missed. The area is filled with state parks and private campgrounds designed for RV travelers. Driving the 400-mile coastal highway is a vacation adventure in and of itself, and the plentiful offering of scenic and welcoming Oregon coast RV parks in the towns and parks along the drive make this trip fun and easy.

Whether you have a weekend, a couple weeks, or an entire season, traveling in an RV and staying at campgrounds RV parks in Oregon can help you and your family get the most out of your vacation and see all that this diverse state has to offer.

Watch For Travel Club Discounts and Off Season Specials RV clubs such as Happy Camper, Good Sam, and Passport America offer up to 50% discounts at participating RV parks in Oregon. If you're a member of an RV club, be sure to check out their list of approved Oregon RV parks and campgrounds. And planning your trip for the cooler months when things slow down could result in substantial savings as well.

Rent an RV From One of Many Locations in Portland and Across the State Yearning for an RV vacation but don't own a rig? Numerous businesses geared specifically toward renting RVs to vacationers. Renting provides an opportunity to enjoy the benefits of RV life without the price tag or storage issues. An Internet search for Oregon RV rentals turns up thousands of results.

So with RV travel in Oregon so fun, easy, and affordable, there's nothing stopping you from planning the vacation of a lifetime to this diverse and beautiful state.

By: David Nool
David Nool, a proficient Oregon outdoors writer, is a frequent contributor to loonlakerv. This site has information and advice on camping and traveling the Oregon Coast.

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If you're planning a camping vacation there are going to be some things you will want to remember, so having a list prepared ahead of time is going to make your trip a lot smoother and more enjoyable since you will have remembered to pack everything you will need and will be trying to find a store within 100 miles of your campsite. You only have to forget the waterproof matches, while camping in the rain one time before you realize that a thorough list is what's in order before you go. Some of the things that should be on that list are;

1. Waterproof matches 2. A survival kit that includes Band-Aids, sunscreen, bug spray, and some type of energy bar such as Clif bars or Power bars. 3. Carry empty plastic bags to store anything wet or items you may need to throw away. 4. Regardless of the time of year pack something warm; a sweatshirt, windbreaker, or turtleneck and long pants.

Make sure you arrive at your campsite early so that you can get your tent set, supplies stored, and get a general layout of the area prior to nightfall. Don't just store food in a cooler, trying keep it in your vehicle is possible as pairs and other wildlife have become keen on opening coolers on their own and rummaging through campsites.

Make sure you bring along things to do in case the weather turns bad. Reading materials, a deck of cards, or your favorite board game can help pass the hours until the rain stops. Also make sure you pack some additional emergency materials just in case such as a battery-powered radio, flashlight with fresh batteries, and this of the general area and contact phone numbers.

You should also realize that cell phone reception might be limited or nonexistent depending on your area and you should let someone know that if they don't hear from you by specific time. They may want to check up on you.

While you will always forget something, making sure you have the necessities is the most important thing to consider. As long as the basics are covered, you can have a great time on you're camping vacation.

By: Darren Slaughter
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Although camping has traditionally involved sleeping in the great outdoors, there’s no rule that says that you can’t be comfortable while you are doing it. Many people would be happy sleeping on the ground in a sleeping bag, but if you’re a person who finds that uncomfortable, then consider getting a camping cot. Camping cots lift the camper up off of the ground during sleeping, which has a number of advantages. It’s easier to stay warm if you are lifted up off of the cold ground. Getting wet won’t be as much of a possibility either. Sleeping on camping cots reduces the chances of being bitten by bugs or pests who live in the ground below you. Plus, if you have a family member who has any kind of disability or suffers from arthritis or any other joint or muscle problems, camping cots make it easier to get out of bed and allow him or her to still participate in the camping adventure.

Camping cots come in a variety of styles and structures, depending on the type of cot that you need. The most basic form is normally a strong, thick piece of canvas that has been stretched across a metal frame. They fold up and usually have a storage bag, so that they are easy to pack and transport along with the rest of your camping gear. However, they are not necessarily a good idea if you are going to be hiking to multiple campsites, as some camping cots could add a good deal of weight to your pack. You simply unfold the frame and put sleeping bag on the cot instead of the ground.

But if you prefer a bit more comfort, then you have a number of other options to enhance camping cots. You could simply place a sleeping bag pad on top of the cot before adding your sleeping bag. This is particularly a good idea for a larger or taller person who might find that some part of their body is hitting the edge of the cot frame. Or, you could choose to add an air mattress to your cot, giving yourself even more cushioning and raising the cot to a more normal ‘bed’ height.

If you plan to sleep in a one man tent with a camping cot and you want to limit the amount or bulk of the gear that you are bringing, consider a camping cot tent. This interesting hybrid is a cot with a tent rigged over it, so that you get the benefits of both the cot and the tent in one piece of gear. You simply zip out the side when you want to get in or out. But if you need to put your camping cots in a tent, or if you are planning to camp without a tent, then you might want to purchase a pest net to keep the bugs away and a protective tarp to keep you safe from the elements.

By: Philippe De Tiege
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From Chicago to the birth place of Abraham Lincoln, Illinois has more to offer than you might think. Illinois RV facilities are generally of good quality and here are a few highlights.

Places to Stay in Your RV in Illinois

One of the most diverse states in the Midwest is Illinois. Where else can you go from lake front activities like boating and sunbathing, to a bustling large city in just a few minutes? Add to that the casino gaming, skiing, golfing and other attractions that are available throughout the state and you have the perfect family vacation destination. Close to every sort of amusement, the entire state of Illinois is worth visiting - making the convenience of an RV a good idea for your next stay here. The hardest part of a trip to Illinois is deciding where to begin your journey!

Many people decide to start seeing the great state of Illinois in its largest city, Chicago. The windy city has a lot to offer families: the Navy Pier, for example, is a great spot located directly on Lake Michigan that houses the Children's Museum, as well as an IMAX theater, a 15 story Ferris wheel and more. There are many different Illinois RV facilities in the area that make staying in this metropolitan location affordable and easy. With most facilities offering not just daily, but weekly rates, you can even choose to have a longer stay in the area.

One of the Illinois RV facilities in the Chicago metropolitan area is the Windy City Campground and Beach, located in Tinley Park, Illinois. This RV campground bills itself as being the closest to Chicago, and combines the fun of a RV park with a beach atmosphere. Unlike many facilities in the Midwest, the Windy City Campground is also open year round. The site offers 75 foot pull through sites - all with full hookups including water, sewer and 30 and 50 AMP electric. There's a security gate for your piece of mind, as well as full bathhouses, laundry, a game room and clean sandy public beach.

Another park located in the Chicago area is the Yogi Bear Jellystone Park camp in Millbrook, Illinois. This is one of a chain of Jellystone Park facilities throughout the country, and it offers many amenities to its guests. They include full hookups (with a dump station available), a campfire area, playground, recreation room, and even a gift shop. Other activities and amenities include two heated outdoor pools, a kids' pool, bike and nature paths, and hot showers/bathrooms.

Staying at one of the Illinois RV facilities can insure that your trip to the Chicago area (or anywhere else in the state) is comfortable and affordable. With the many activities offered on site at the facilities, you won't be at a loss for things to do even when you retire for the night.

By: Adrien White
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When you're out on your own, camping could be fun even with very little at hand. You can make a meal over a simple campfire, and a comfy living area out of a pack tent. As long as the weather is good, you can hike for miles and stop anywhere you want, without needing a roof over your head. But once you're camping with family, you'll find that your outdoor needs have grown just a little more complex. When you've decided that you want your family to experience the great outdoors, it's time to look into tent trailers.

Tent trailers are by no means a substitute for "roughing it," or the simple pleasures of getting by on your own in nature's own cradle. However, not everybody likes "roughing it" right off the bat - some need ties to their urban roots, and for such people, modern conveniences like a stove, a portable outhouse and even a working television are indispensable.

This is where trailers come in. Trailers are extensions, usually for family vehicles like minivans or small SUVs; they are hooked up to the back of the vehicles and then towed to wherever the camping spot will be. Trailers are good for storing large equipment that would not fit inside the family car, like fishing gear, bedrolls, large pots and extra luggage. They can also be towed through rough, bumpy mountain trails without being unbalanced or detached from the main vehicle.

They are convertible into living spaces, and so although they are wheeled and outwardly seem like vehicles themselves, they are also called "tents." Some makers of modern trailer tents claim that you can turn a trailer into a tent in a matter of minutes - and this is true! Collapsible compartments create more room for people to move around inside the trailer, so that there is plenty of space to sleep. A good alternative to getting bitten by insects or worse, just when you think you're safely locked away in your snug sleeping bag, right under the stars!

Another major convenience is that you don't have to spend hours putting up a tent for everyone in the household. The tent is pretty much already there! If putting up the tent is no longer on your list of things to worry about, you can spend more valuable family bonding time fishing, hiking or just playing games out in the open.

Pick a good model from the plentiful selection of tent trailers in the market, and make "roughing it" a whole lot easier and more fun for the family!

By: Trevor Mulholland
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