Monthly Archives: May 2009

An ATV Enthusiast’s Dream

Monty May 29, 2009
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South Forty RV ParkThank you to our friends at South-Forty RV Park for sharing the following with us…

The South-Forty RV Park is a new RV Campground located in Marysvale, Utah, which is located in southeastern Utah. The Park sits in a valley between 12,000 foot mountains that are just beautiful!

For ATV Enthusiasts, the South-Forty RV Park provides direct access to the ATV Paiute Trail System. The ATV Paiute Trail System has been ranked among the best in the United States by Dirt Wheels and ATV Illustrated magazines. It consists of a main 275 mile loop trail, with over 1000 miles of marked side trails and over 1500 estimated miles of side forest roads and trails. Access to the ATV trails is right from the Park with no need to go on the city streets. ATV rental is also available.

The South-Forty RV Park is located in the middle of the Fishlake National Forest, Manti-La Sal National Forest, Capital Reef National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and the Dixie National Forest. Further south are Zion National Park and Lake Powell. The park is also an hour and a half north of the Brian Head Ski Resort.

Besides the Paiute Trail other activities near the park include horseback riding, hiking, biking, white water rafting and the fishing is fantastic. There are several reservoirs and lots of streams and the fresh trout it delicious.

The South-Forty RV Park has 75 pull-thru’s that are all 60 feet long and 30 feet wide. All of the sites have full hookups, (water, sewer, electric), and can accommodate large rigs with slide outs. The spaces are very wide for an open feeling. Every site has the availability for a 30 amp or 50 amp service. Additional amenities include: fire-pits, a convenience store, restroom and shower facilities, laundry facilities, and WiFi.

To learn more about the South-Forty RV Park check out their website at http://www.southfortyrvpark.net/.

And remember, if your RV travels take you to the State of Utah, El Monte RV can accomodate you from our Salt Lake City RV Rental location.

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RV Camping, Golf & Breathtaking Beauty

Monty May 28, 2009
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Cherokee Springs Golf and RV Resort
As you may imagine, we have a lot of communications with various RV campgrounds. One who we have been speaking to recently, Cherokee Springs Golf and RV Resort, was kind enough to share some of the great things that can be done from their RV campground.

Cherokee Springs Golf and RV Resort is off Scenic Highway 89 between Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon in southern Utah’s “color country”. Cherokee Springs is literally a wonderful place to come up to – at an elevation 7200 feet the golf course at Cherokee Springs is one of the highest west of the Rockies.

Cherokee Springs Golf and RV Resort is located in what is known as Utah’s “color country”, a name derived from the similar scenic features and vivid and varied scenery that can only be described as breathtaking. Some of the wonderful natural resources that can be visited from the park include:

Other activities nearby include scenic drives, horseback riding, ATVing and mountain biking. You can actually bike or ride trails that lead from the resort all the way to Bryce Canyon via the back country. The fishing at Panguitch Lake or in the Sevier River is great and there are lots of hiking trails around.

Of course you should not forget that at the Cherokee Springs Golf and RV Resort you can enjoy the 9 hole, par 36 golf course offering a challenging layout and scenic views. You may also bring your horse as they have a 9 stall barn, riding arena and pasture area.

So if your travels take you to southern Utah’s color country, check in on our friends at the Cherokee Springs Golf and RV Resort. You can get more information on their website www.cherokeespringsresort.com or you can call them at 435-619-0391.

And remember, if your RV travels take you to the State of Utah, El Monte RV can accomodate you from our Salt Lake City RV Rental location.

Other campgrounds, please share with us the cool things that can be done in and around your campground. Contact Val at vluongo@elmonterv.com to share your stories.

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Vacations That Save You Money on ABC TV!

Monty May 27, 2009
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We were recently featured on ABC News in Los Angeles:

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San Francisco Vacation Ideas for Everyone!

Monty May 20, 2009
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Where do we start explaining the experience that’s called “San Francisco?” With so many things to do here on vacation, it would take several books to do it justice! That’s why we’ve chosen to break things down to major categories to get your vacation dreams rolling.

San Francisco Museums and Galleries
Art and history lovers, in particular, should take advantage of the wonderful assortment of museums and galleries on their San Francisco vacation. The enormous Asian Art Museum at Civic Center offers visitors a glimpse of art from every Asian culture in the world. For interactive exhibits, film series and world-class collections, you should also take a trip to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

If American Art is especially interesting, be sure to visit the de Young Museum, located in Golden Gate Park since 1895. And don’t miss the spectacular Legion of Honor museum, also located on the Pacific near Golden Gate Bridge.

Gallery browsers will find paradise in one building at 49 Geary Street, home to more than a dozen galleries featuring art across the spectrum. Fans of emerging artists will enjoy the offerings of Andrea Schwartz Gallery in the South of Market neighborhood. No matter what your taste in art, you won’t leave San Francisco disappointed!

San Francisco Family Adventures
With great public transportation like the MUNI and BART rail systems, families will find it easy and fun to get around San Francisco. Take a ride to Pier 39, a child’s wonderland of shops, arcades and a very special carousel! Keep going to the San Francisco Zoo, where rare animals, rides and interactive exhibits will keep the kids going the entire day. Your budding scientists will thrill to the Exploratorium, chock full of fun and facts for the entire family.

One more suggestion for active families-stop by Golden Gate Park for hours of outdoor recreation. Let the kids discover the wonders of Steinhart Aquarium, and be sure to take older youngsters on a bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge!

San Francisco Vacation Menus
From remarkable fresh seafood to elegant Euro-Cuisine, San Francisco offers more dining adventures than you can ever imagine! Some of our favorite districts—Union Square, with its sparkling selection of both trendy and venerable eateries; Russian Hill, the perfect place to find chic bistros and sushi bars; Chinatown, where Chinese cuisine takes on every shape and flavor, and North Beach, for fabulous Italian fare. No matter what whets (and satisfies) your appetite, San Francisco vacationers can find the right meal.

There’s so much more to do in San Francisco. Come the first time for the highlights, and then plan to mine more treasures each time you return.

And don’t forget that if you RV Vacation plans start in San Francisco, be sure to check out El Monte RV’s San Francisco RV Rental location…

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Get the RV Bug – RV Rental Vacation Video

Monty May 14, 2009
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RV bug? No not an insect, it’s the bug to hit the open road and see the wonderful sites and attractions that our country has to offer. Get the bug to see it in a way that you have never seen before – from the cab of an El Monte RV rental.

Check out El Monte RV Rental’s new RV Camping Video

You’re sure to get bitten by the RV Camping vacation bug after watching the video. Then give us a call and we will get you started on a dream vacation in your vacation home on wheels – an El Monte RV.

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How About Looking for Gold on Your Next Vacation?

Monty May 13, 2009
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Old ghost towns, echoes of the wild west, and that yellow metal that has driven everyone crazy over the ages. Who could ask for more adventure for their next RV vacation?

Yes, you can go recreational gold hunting and many properties have facilities for recreational vehicles. The Lost Dutchman’s Mining Association (LDMA) operates numerous properties across the United States. Many of the properties have facilities for RVs including full hookups. These include Italian Bar northeast of Sonora, California; Loud Mine between Dahlonega and Cleveland, Georgia; Stanton an old ghost town located approximately 2 hours northwest of Phoenix, Arizona; Blue Bucket south of Baker City, Oregon; and Vein Mountain about half way between Asheville and Hickory, North Carolina. The LDMA also operates other properties with much more rustic facilities or no facilities at all. Membership in the LDMA is required to prospect on the properties.

The site GoldFeverProspecting.com provides a nice list of places where you can recreationally look for gold. Another list of gold mining camps may be found on the Gold Miner’s Headquarters web site.

For additional information you may also want to check out Gold Panning Vacation on the e-goldprospecting.com site or Family Vacations to the Old West on FavoriteFamilyVacations.com.

So if your are looking for an RV Vacation with a lot of adventure, why not try your hand at looking for gold? Maybe you will strike it rich – well maybe not rich, but you just might bring home enough precious gold and memories to make it a wealthy adventure.

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Tips for a Successful RV Vacation

Monty May 4, 2009
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An RV vacation can be a lot of fun! It can make for a great family adventure, and it is typically less costly than other types of vacations. According to PKF Consulting, a consulting firm with expertise in travel and tourism, RV vacations are 27% to 61% less expensive than other types of vacations studied.

While an RV vacation can be fun and relatively inexpensive, there are a few basic pointers to for a successful trip.

Plan Ahead

The key to a successful RV vacation is planning. Anyone considering such a vacation should think about:

Rent Early

Similar to vacation homes, RVs are in demand during peak vacation seasons. It is not at all out of the ordinary for an RV Rental company to have most or all of their RVs rented by early spring. Renting ahead also applies to space in RV campgrounds as well. The best RV campgrounds in the best locations also get booked early.

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