Amusement parks in the US got their start with Chicago’s Columbian Exposition in 1893 where a midway was created featuring games and rides, and the Ferris Wheel was unveiled. Since then, the popularity of these all-encompassing family fun and non-stop thrill venues has increased with such places as Coney Island and Walt Disney World®. It … [Read more…]
There’s a lot to do this month to celebrate National Bicycle Month! Here are a few tips for staying safe and having fun while biking the trails. Tell us your tips in the comments! 1. Look out! Some of these trails are pretty old and the traffic during the busy season can cause the trails to be a little … [Read more…]
At Thousand Trails, we love to get together with family and friends for good food, good music, and a good time! We’ve rounded up some festivals happening this year near Thousand Trails campgrounds. Check ‘em out below! Reno Jazz Festival, Reno, NV, April 26-28, 2018 Reno, NV, “The Biggest Little City in the World” is … [Read more…]
Every winter, the Bavarian-themed town of Leavenworth becomes a picturesque Christmas scene filled with lights, snow, carolers, and Santa! Thousands of visitors from all over come to Leavenworth every winter to experience the incredible display of holiday lights and a plethora of fun winter activities. See below for some of our favorite winter-themed activities in … [Read more…]
At Thousand Trails, we know how to have fun and keep you entertained! That’s why we love to host activities for our guests of all ages every single weekend. Whether it’s dancing the night away to the sweet sounds of live music or showing off your best recipe at the local potluck, there’s always something … [Read more…]
Arrive hungry to these foodie-centric events happening near Thousand Trails and Encore campgrounds this summer! Camp Verde Cornfest July 14-15, 2017 Have a corny time at Verde Valley’s famous Camp Verde Cornfest July 14-15, 2017! This event takes place every year at Hauser & Hauser Farms, where they pick the corn right off the stalks … [Read more…]
When most people hear “Wisconsin,” they think of football, beer, and cheese, but we promise it’s not just about that. Whether you’re jet skiing around Lake Michigan or seeing some live music at the annual Summerfest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is brimming with things to do in the summertime. Here are some ideas to get you … [Read more…]
Maybe you’ve heard rumblings of a spectacular celestial event happening later this summer…It’s a total solar eclipse when the sun passes behind the moon’s shadow. This is called the “umbra shadow” and at the perfect moment, the sky and the earth darken just for a few minutes. Want to witness this spectacular event for yourself? … [Read more…]
This weekend, come to Florence, OR to experience the beauty of the 110th Annual Florence Rhododendron Festival! This festival has a long history in Florence and is all about the celebration of the beautiful and colorful Rhododendrons that grow in Oregon each spring. There will be carnival rides, games, a parade, 5K run, street vendors, … [Read more…]
Stay at Long Beach RV & Camping Resort and enjoy the Razor Clam Festival! This festival first launched in 1940 and put the Long Beach peninsula on the map as a premier coastal vacation destination. That year, festival organizers made the World’s Largest Clam Fritter in the World’s Largest Frying Pan, which was sent over … [Read more…]