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

Saskatchewan

Land of Living Skies

Explore Saskatchewan! You will discover 100,000 lakes and rivers, some of the world's friendliest people and our famous living skies. Relive our fascinating history and celebrate it with us at lively events and colourful festivals. Seek adventure in our rugged wilderness. Relax in our breathtaking outdoor splendour and tranquility. Discover the beauty of our land. See how it has shaped a unique people and culture.

We have more than 6,000 campsites located throughout the province, offering everything from
full service sites, to backcountry adventures.

Experience the heart and soul of Saskatchewan! Photo credit:

OA00306.jpg – Horseback Riding, South Saskatchewan River
Credit: Tourism Saskatchewan/Greg Huszar Photography

OA00266.jpg – Harbor Golf Club & Resort
Credit: Tourism Saskatchewan/Greg Huszar Photography

PN00091new.jpg – Narrow Hills Provincial Park
Credit: Tourism Saskatchewan/Greg Huszar Photography

Tourism Saskatchewan

PHONE: 1-877-237-2273
www.sasktourism.com
Fort Nelson, BC

Welcome 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 Rockies

www.tourismnorthernrockies.ca
Barkerville, BC

A treasured town

Located in the heart of the Great Cariboo Gold Rush, Barkerville Historic Town is a place of discovery. Founded in 1862, after fortune-seeker Billy Barker dug a gold mine shaft and found the mother lode, Barkerville is now the largest historic site in western North America.

Guided tours, mining demonstrations, street interpreters, stage coach rides, restaurants, gift shops, a bakery and live theatre performances are among the many activities enjoyed daily at Barkerville. Guests can stay at Barkerville's authentic gold-rush period accommodations or park their RV at one of the three campgrounds nearby. Whether young or old, Barkerville is a delight for all ages!

Barkerville Historic Town
www.barkerville.ca/default.htm
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 Center
www.southcaribootourism.com
Edmonton, AB

Visit 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 Tourism
www.edmonton.com
Vancouver, BC

Be sure to visit Nanaimo, BC

Nestled between the ocean and the mountains, Nanaimo offers residents and visitors a diverse range of recreational opportunities, fine dining, shopping, and arts and culture. Be sure to visit the historic downtown and go for a stroll along the Harbourside promenade. Nanaimo also has a vibrant social and cultural life. We host an 800 seat Performing Arts Theatre, a large, a brand new state-of-the-art conference centre, and we are known as the Island's "shopping mecca" since we offer not only name-brand stores but also one-of-a-kind art and clothing galleries, pottery and hand-made jewellery. We look forward to seeing you soon in Nanaimo - one of the most desirable, liveable small cities in North America!

Destination Nanaimo
www.amazingnanaimo.com
Yukon

Klondike Visitors Association

Nestled in the heart of the world-famous Klondike region, Dawson City, Yukon, is a place of history and adventure. Hiking, gold-panning, fishing, biking and snowmobiling are popular activities for locals and visitors alike. Travellers are often intrigued by the area's rich culture and heritage and love to visit museums and cultural centres located in Dawson City. The town is also home to the most northerly golf course for those who want to enjoy some friendly competition.

There is no shortage of accommodations in Dawson City. Guests can choose an RV park, campground, hostel, hotel, cabin or bed and breakfast. Make plans to visit Dawson City and have a memorable vacation.

Contact the Klondike Visitors Association for more information about this terrific destination.

Klondike Visitors Association
www.dawsoncity.ca
British Columbia

Enter to win a dream B.C. vacation

Spend a few weeks touring B.C.'s great outdoors, create the ultimate road trip or choose any other adventure you would like to have in our beautiful province. Enter to win a dream B.C. vacation worth $20,000 and get your free 2010 vacation planner now.

BC Tourism
www.hellobc.com
BC Tourism
BC Tourism
BC Tourism
Candle Lake, SK

The perfect spot for either business or pleasure

The Candle Lake Golf Resort is becoming the best 18-hole lakeside golf destination in western Canada. The resort is nestled between the lake and the pines of the beautiful boreal forest. The breathtaking scenery of the landscape and the wildlife will leave you awestruck. We offer 18 holes of championship golf and a state-of-the-art convention centre which has seating for up to 300 people, making it the perfect spot for functions, business retreats, weddings, reunions, corporate golf tournaments or any other social event. We have a full-service restaurant and lounge, inland marina, rental cabins and townhouses, a fully serviced RV park, boat and hot tub rentals and driving range.

Our resort is the perfect spot for either business or pleasure. We invite you to swing by www.candlelakegolfresort.com for more information. It's your place to relax.

Candle Lake Golf Resort
www.candlelakegolfresort.com
Mexico

Book a trip of a lifetime now, and save $300

Amigos Rodantes is offering the chance to experience a memorable 2010 Yucatan tour at a very affordable price. Mention that you saw our ad on RVwest.com and get a whopping $300 discount off our regular tour price. Space is limited, so book your unforgettable adventure today.

Amigos Rodantes shows you another side of Mexico, and savours the local culture. We have more than 25 years of experience RVing in Mexico and offer a wide range of services, including assistance during all travel procedures in Mexico, and of course margarita parties. Experience a different and wonderful adventure, in a safe atmosphere.

Amigos Rodantes
www.amigosrodantes.com/en/
Scenic 7

Join us off the beaten path on Scenic 7

The land of soaring mountains, rolling foothills, fertile pastures, and a powerful winding river captures your imagination with its sheer glory and quiet power. Discover the wonders of the “Scenic 7” Highway – a route grounded in history, steeped in culture and drenched in scenery.

Also, known as the Lougheed Highway the Scenic 7 route provides an off the beaten path link between Hope and Vancouver. Experience the rich history and culture of the many communities along the Fraser River.

There is something for everyone on the North side of the Fraser River. So join us off the beaten path on Scenic 7.

District Of Mission
http://www.scenic7bc.com
Crowsnest Pass, AB

Check out our two-for-one green fee special

The Crowsnest Pass Golf and Country Club provides a unique experience, testing your ability to remain focused on the challenges of the game while navigating the frequent terrain changes and stunning views. We offer power cart and club rentals, cert ified Callaway and Ping club fitting, a driving range and practice putting green—as well as a licensed restaurant.

Golf in the Crowsnest Pass just got even better. Take advantage of our two-for-one green fee special on Mondays and Thursdays after 1 p.m. This amazing offer is only available through GolfWest.

Crowsnest Pass Golf & Country Club
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Montana

A golf mecca

Well known for its world-class golf, the Flathead Valley is a beautiful open valley surrounded by lush forests and remarkable Rocky Mountain splendor. Nine championship golf courses lie within a 45-minute drive, and these unique courses offer something for every golf enthusiast. But don't limit your visit to golf the region boasts plenty of other reasons to stay and play.

Flathead Valley Golf Association
www.golfmontana.net
Cranbrook, BC

The easiest way to plan your Kootenay Rockies golf vacation

Welcome to Kootenay Golf Vacations, now under new ownership. We invite you to explore the golf mecca that is the Kootenays! We boast as many sunshine hours as the Okanagan and spectacular panoramic views with golf courses nestled in valleys and perched on mountainsides. We offer exceptional accommodations, fine dining and more to enhance your vacation experience. We at Kootenay Golf Vacations specialize in event management. Whether corporate, leisure or the incentive traveller, we look after all your vacation needs. Welcome to our Kootenay playground. Let us help make your visit memorable. Please feel free to browse our website further to learn what we and the Kootenays can offer you, your group or your family.

Kootenay Golf Vacations
www.kootenaygolfvacations.com
Mesa, Arizona

Mesa, Arizona: Close, convenient, smart.

Mesa has fast become the third largest metropolitan city in the state of Arizona, offering a variety of lifestyle and leisure pursuits that are in high demand by visitors and residents alike. Now boasting 460,000 residents, Mesa’s population is greater than such well-known cities as Minneapolis, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, and Miami. Mesa is unique among cities in the Phoenix area as it is embraced by the Sonoran Desert, a playground for incredible, sought-after outdoor recreation and one-of-a-kind attractions. Pair this with fabulous weather, exquisite dining and ample shopping opportunities and you have the makings for incredible discoveries in the American Southwest.

Mesa Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.visitmesa.com
Cardston, AB

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 & Culture
www.remingtoncarriagemuseum.com
Canada'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 & Culture
www.frankslide.com
Calgary, AB

A 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.

A variety of activities and events, along with education programs, are held regularly at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and appeal to all ages.

Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation & Culture
www.head-smashed-in.com
Eureka, NV

Relax and enjoy the Nevada sunshine

If you like fresh high desert air, stunning mountain views and no traffic congestion, you'll love Eureka County. Located in central Nevada, Eureka County is comprised of three towns—Eureka, Beowawe and Crescent Valley. We invite you to witness our cultural and historical sights, bask in our mild temperatures and see fantastic natural scenery. The mountainous landscape and Humboldt River make Eureka County an outdoor playground. The outdoor enthusiast will find an endless range of fishing, hiking, swimming and much more.

Eureka Country Economic Development Program
www.eurekacounty.com
Saskatchewan

A Saskatchewan provincial park is ready for you

Saskatchewan is blessed with wide open spaces, clean water and fresh air. Whether you desire a full-service resort or a backcountry wilderness experience, a Saskatchewan provincial park is the place for you—with 6,000 campsites located throughout the province. Put your feet up and enjoy a stay at some of our fine in-park accommodations or stay in a nearby town. All year round there are countless activities to enjoy, such as swimming, snowmobiling, hiking, skiing, horseback riding and much more.

Our parks also host a variety of programs and services to benefit the community.

Saskatchewan Provincial Parks

www.saskparks.net
Outlook, SK

Canadas Longest Pedestrian Bridge
Located on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River and only a short drive from Lake Diefenbaker, Outlook is the perfect place to make your home or enjoy your vacation. Walk the Skytrail, Canada's longest pedestrian bridge, or take advantage of our many local activities. The Outlook & District Regional Park is a must-see for those who enjoy golfing, swimming, camping or any other outdoor recreation. The Jim Kook Recreation Complex boasts a skating rink, two-sheet curling rink, four-lane bowling alley and five shale ball diamonds on its grounds. With the Equinox Theatre and the LCBI Theatre group bringing an artistic touch to the city, there will truly be something for everyone.
Outlook Tourism

www.town.outlook.sk.ca
Saskatoon, SK

Sharing success
Since being incorporated as a non-profit organization, SIGA has become a leader in the gaming and entertainment industry in Saskatchewan. By combining gaming with traditional First Nations hospitality, guests are treated to a truly unique entertainment experience. The success and accomplishments of SIGA over the years has been the result of a strong vision and the commitment of their 1,700 employees. In addition to the profits it generates for its beneficiaries, SIGA also invests in excess of a million dollars annually to hundreds of community groups in Saskatchewan through its community relations sponsorship program. Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority Inc.
Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority Inc.

www.siga.sk.ca
Palm Springs, CA

Ascend 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 Tramway
www.pstramway.com