The Best Of The Great Outdoors

HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR Here at The Great Outdoors RV, we like spending our weekends away from the campers to enjoy our weekends in the campers. Colorado’s own Horsetooth Reservoir is one of our favorite spots! Ranking third on Foursquare’s list of best lakes in the United States, it is a spectacular place to unwind, relax and more…

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5 Questions to Ask When Purchasing a Used RV

The RV that will take you and your family on endless adventures is a major purchase. You need to ensure that you are going to be happy with the one that you choose. As part of your due diligence when on your way to becoming one of the 8.9 million Americans who own RVs, be more…

10 Storage and Organization Hacks for Your RV

  Taking your RV to one of Colorado’s excellent camping sites? Ensure that you are able to bring all of the comforts of home along with you on the ride. Our storage and organizational tips can help you fit it all in while still being able to find it. 1. Pick up some collapsible silicone more…

How to Stay Sane and Have Fun in an RV with Kids

A summer vacation in an RV allows you a wealth of possibilities that other types of family vacations can’t. Pick out some of the most beautiful areas of Colorado and the surrounding states to visit, then enjoy the trip in comfort and style. A few ways to make the trip even better: 1. Pack plenty more…

How to Prepare Your RV For Your Next Great Adventure

More than 40 million Americans will go camping this year, and 15 million of those will head out in an RV. So, to help you prepare for the open road, we recommend the following steps to make sure your next Colorado RV adventure is safe, fun, and worry-free. Remember what Benjamin Franklin said about RV more…

10 Best Hikes in Colorado

When it comes to hiking spots in Colorado, your options are truly too numerous to count, and the state’s trails offer exhilarating hikes to match all fitness and skill levels. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely, meadow-dotted stroll en route to your picnic lunch, or a lung-burning, big-peak climb — your RV can take you there. more…

The Best Kept Secret RV Camping Sites in Colorado

The best part of RV camping is the freedom it gives you to travel wherever the wind takes you. With 40 million Americans hitting the open road and going camping each year, the most popular spots in Colorado can get crowded, especially during the summer months. So, rather than fight the crowds, why not visit more…

10 Features Every Luxury RV Needs

5 Reasons Why RV Camping is Better than Tent Camping

The never-ending battle rages on: Tent camping or RV camping? Admittedly, we’re biased on this issue, but over 8.9 million American RV-owning households agree with us. They are money-saving witnesses that confirm the recent findings in a vacation cost analysis study commissioned by the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association. Not surprisingly, “RV travel emerged as having more…

Top 12 Secret Spots to Park Your RV

If you are new to the RV life, you might not yet realize the many different places you can stay outside of the typical RV park. There are plenty of less well-known RV friendly places that allow short and long-term overnight parking. Some provide unique experiences with extra amenities and facilities, while others offer a more…

How to Choose the Best Family Camper Trailer

There are many things to consider when buying a camper trailer. From small tent-like campers for two to luxury trailers for large families, there are hundreds of styles to choose. Ask yourself these questions to narrow down your choices when deciding on the right camper trailer for you and your family. What Are the Different more…

10 Reasons Camping in an RV is the Best

Modern families have a lot of great options when it comes to recreation and travel. But, when you consider the pros and cons, buying an RV and heading off on a camping adventure together can be one of the most exciting. And to prove it to you, we put together a list of a few more…

Why RV Camping is Better Than Tent Camping

“Take Time to do what makes your soul happy” Camping can be a great adventure, but sometimes the elements can ruin a perfectly good trip. With an RV you can protect yourself from the elements and still have an enjoyable adventure. Check out our latest infographic and find out why RV camping is better than more…

5 of the Best RV Camping Sites in Colorado

We don’t have to tell you that Colorado claims some of the best campgrounds in the 16,000+ public and privately owned sites in the U.S.. With thousands of campsites to choose from in our state alone, how can RVers sift through the options to find the spot to call “home” for a night or 14? more…