Popular RV areas to see and things to do
Are you looking for exciting things to see and do on your RV journey? Then you’ve come to the right place. From museums and heritage venues to unique roadside attractions and family-friendly tours, this page is designed to help RVers plan their vacations. Browse our listings below for ideas about what to see and do in Western Canada and the U.S. Each listing has contact information and/or a web address for more information about visiting the attraction and sightseeing.
RV places to see and things to do
Mackenzie, BCThe sky's the limit in Mackenzie, BC
For larger than life adventures, Mackenzie is the ideal location. Mackenzie lies at the southern end of Williston Lake, the largest man-made reservoir in British Columbia. Mackenzie is a recreational hub with natural and recreational trail systems in place that increase accessibility to the area's outdoor recreation potential. Mackenzie's wilderness setting brings residents and visitors alike into contact with the area's diverse wildlife population. The community was virtually carved out of the wilderness in the mid 1960s to service large pulp and lumber manufacturing facilities. Forest industry operations continue as the primary economic engine of Mackenzie.
District Of Mackenziewww.district.mackenzie.bc.ca
North America's largest carriage museum
From elegant carriages used by royalty to stagecoaches of the old west, be prepared for an experience that will go far beyond your expectations. Recognized as one of the world's premier carriage museums, the Remington displays over 240 carriages, wagons and sleighs - many of them placed in their original settings in the main gallery. The museum also features an active horse program, carriage ride tour of Cardston, chuckwagon barbecues, miniature horse chuckwagon championships, a working restoration shop, restaurant and gift shop. Open daily, year-round.
Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation & Culturehistory.alberta.ca
AlbertaCanada's deadliest rockslide
The Frank Slide Interpretive Centre highlights the rich history of the Crowsnest Pass amid the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Visitors can experience a variety of interpretive programs, presentations and special events. Displays throughout the Centre feature the 1903 Frank Slide (rockslide-avalanche), the Canadian Pacific Railway, European settlement, early underground coal mining and community life. An award-winning audio-visual presentation entitled "In the Mountain's Shadow" is shown daily. Also showing, a docudrama created for the centennial of the Frank Slide in 2003, entitled "On the Edge of Destruction - The Frank Slide Story." Pathways around the Centre provide spectacular views of the Frank Slide and surrounding area.
Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation & Culturehistory.alberta.ca
AlbertaA smashing attraction
Located at a place where the foothills of the Rocky Mountains meet the great plains is one of the world's oldest, largest and best preserved buffalo jumps known to exist - Head - Smashed - In Buffalo Jump. This historic attraction boasts a $10 million interpretive centre that depicts the ecology, mythology, lifestyle and technology of the Blackfoot peoples. It also presents information about this unique custom practised by native people for nearly 6000 years.
Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation & Culturehistory.alberta.ca-
Fort Nelson, BCWelcome to our world
Fort Nelson is situated at the historic Mile 300 of the Alaska Highway. This vibrant region offers a wide range of amenities including: quality accommodation options (hotel/motel, bed & breakfasts, camping and RV sites), a full assortment of stores and businesses to satisfy your shopping and service needs, recreation facilities (full-facility golf course, indoor aquatic centre, bowling alley, racquetball and tennis courts, arena and curling rink), and cultural and event facilities (museum, performing arts/movie theatre, library). Visit this beautiful area to seek excitement, relaxation or business opportunity - it's all here waiting for you.
Town Of Fort Nelson And The Northern Rockieswww.tourismnorthernrockies.ca 
South Cariboo, B.C.So much to see and do
A four-season destination, the South Cariboo region of B.C. offers a lifetime of memorable experiences with an endless list of outdoor activities for the entire family. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors where wildlife is abundant, the air is clean and the waters are pure. Explore our multi-use trails; experience the spirit of the Wild West on horseback; and enjoy exceptional water recreation on countless lakes.Whether you travel with an RV, motorhome or car, the South Cariboo is just a breathtaking five-hour drive from Vancouver and an international airport. Contact the South Cariboo Visitor Centre to plan your next vacation to this wonderful region.
South Cariboo Visitor Centerwww.southcaribootourism.ca
Vermilion, ABSmall town feel, big city convenience
Vermilion may appear to be just a small rural community, but if you look closer, you will realize that this town boasts big city advantages, while still maintaining that small town feel. Life is better in Vermilion because we take time to enjoy life! And it really is about people, and spending time with your family. Have a family picnic in the beautiful Vermilion Provincial Park, challenge a friend on our spectacular cross-country skiing trails, watch a local hockey or baseball game, pick up a stone for a game of curling, or just come out and have a tasty lunch at one of our many eateries.
Town of Vermilionwww.vermilion.ca
Put a little more BC Parks in your life!
BC Parks offers experiences as unforgettable and diverse as B.C.'s natural landscape. Our network of campgrounds, day-use areas, backcountry and marine parks offer a variety of vacation options for everyone. Many of BC Parks' most popular campgrounds offer services that appeal especially to RVers, such as large, extra-large and pull-through campsites, sani-stations, campsite reservations and even some campgrounds with electrical hookups. Whether your vacation activity is hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing or exploring the rich historic and cultural heritage of the parks, don't wait for the dog days of summer to enjoy a quiet escape among our natural treasures. Any time is perfect to enjoy a visit.
BC Parks - Victoriawww.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks
Edmonton, AlbertaVisit Edmonton, Canada
As Canada’s festival city, Edmonton offers over 30 annual festivals throughout the year including the internationally renowned Edmonton Folk and Fringe festivals. The city also offers a wide variety of arts and cultural experiences as well as major events for visitors of all ages. With several major shopping districts, hundreds of specialty boutiques and the world-famous West Edmonton Mall Edmonton is a fabulous destination for shoppers.
Edmonton Tourismwww.edmonton.com
One East Route 66, Flagstaff, AZ 86001The destination for all seasons
Surrounded by natural wonders like the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff offers dozens of inns, a multitude of hotel and motel accommodations, conference and meeting venues, more than 200 restaurants, numerous night spots, and a variety of cultural, historic and scientific attractions. Visitors from all over the world are attracted to our clean mountain air, year-round outdoor recreation opportunities, historic downtown charm and our Western legacy of pioneer ranchers, railroad builders and lumbermen.
Flagstaff Visitor Centerwww.flagstaffarizona.org
Phoenix, AZArizona State Parks
Arizona State Parks protects and preserves 30 State Parks and Natural Areas, from stunning desert landscapes at Catalina State Park in Tucson to lush pine forests at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area in Show Low. The agency also includes the State Trails Program, outdoor-related Grants Program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. Arizona State Parks provides over 1,400 camping and RV sites throughout Arizona and manages 8 of the top 25 most visited natural attractions in the state. Make camping reservations online at AZStateParks.com.
Arizona State Parkswww.azstateparks.com
Fort St. John, BCThe Energetic City
Fort St. John attracts travellers with wilderness and eco-adventures, as well as hunting and fishing. The city features excellent year-round sports facilities. Fort St. John was founded in 1794; today, more than 19,000 people, mostly young families with children, call this community home. There are three golf courses located within 15 minutes of the city and another four within 1.5 hours. The largest city in Northeast B.C., Fort St. John is the service centre of the area. If you are thinking about visiting Fort St. John, email visitorinfo@fortstjohn.ca to have a free information package mailed to you, or check out the City of Fort St. John Visitor Centre page.
City of Fort St JohnLearn more about Fort St. John
Palm Springs, CAAscend to an alpine wonderland
Think of the desert and pictures of swimming pools and golf courses come to mind. But adventure? For that you can take the 10-minute, 2.5-mile ride on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. In the winter, the top of the Tramway is transformed into a pristine snow-covered playground. Visitors can try their hand at cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. During the summer months, when it is well into the 100s in the desert, the mountains offer more than 54 miles of hiking trails, camping and guided nature walks as a pleasant alternative to chilling out. At the Mountain Station enjoy viewpoints, a cocktail lounge, gift shop and the Natural History Museum.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramwaywww.pstramway.com