In this weekly roundup, Togo RV shares the top stories and features that are impacting and shaping the RV community. We cover everything from news and travel updates to gear and gadgets, and all the good stuff in between.
KOA Announces Premium Campsite Plans
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) will soon offer campers premium campsite options that include additional space, upgraded landscaping, covered seating areas, and more. A recent study by the company found that nearly 70 percent of campers suggested they’d stay in a premium, high-end campsite for an elevated camping experience. Other Signature Site features could include EV capabilities, leash-free areas for pets, and on-site recreation opportunities. KOA plans to offer 50 Signature Sites throughout the U.S. and Canada by 2025.
Read more from Woodall’s Campground MagazineUpgrade Your Camping Stove This Summer
Whether you’re pitching a tent or traveling by RV, having a reliable camp stove for outdoor cooking is a necessity at the campground. Camping experts at GearJunkie rounded up their top camp stove picks heading into the 2023 camping season. While Camp Chef’s Everest 2X took the top spot with its strong burner capabilities and increased cooking space, two Coleman stoves earned high rankings for the best budget-friendly stove and the best stove and griddle combination. Each camp stove was tested for ease of use, burning power, weight, cost, and more.
Read more from GearJunkieinTech Debuts Its Redesigned Flyer RV Lineup
RV manufacturer inTech announced its redesigned Flyer travel trailer series. The brand’s original RV lineup now offers four models: Chase, Pursue, Discover, and Explore. The ultra-lightweight Chase and Pursue models can be towed with smaller SUVs and even some sedans (if properly equipped). You can also opt-in for an add-a-room tent to increase the sleeping capacity from two to five people. The larger Explore and Discover models can be configured with tip-outs that make room for cargo space, giving campers the ability to haul an ATV, bikes, kayaks, and other camping gear.
Read more from RV Pro
The Best National Parks for Hikers
Looking for a national park with epic hiking trails? KURU, a Utah-based shoe company, ranked every national park in the U.S. by its total number of trails, average trail rating, trail distances, park size, and the number of annual visitors to determine which parks are superior when it comes to hiking. Yosemite, Great Smoky Mountains, and Yellowstone national parks took the top three spots, with Great Smoky Mountains offering the most trails of any park within the National Park Service (NPS). The Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis ranked last for its single, 2-mile trail.
Read more from USA TodayA Teardrop Trailer Designed to Handle Anything
Mammoth Overland launched its latest ultra-durable teardrop creation dubbed the Extinction-Level-Event (ELE). Built to aircraft standards, the ELE is designed to take on any outdoor adventure and more. Its sealed cabin features a medical-grade air filtration system for up to 6 months of purified air. Plus, each rig comes equipped with a bear-spray defense system, night-vision cameras, front armor, underbody skid-plating, and double-walled, aerospace-grade aluminum sheeting. You can even add Level 3 bulletproofing for more security. The ELE is currently priced at $67,000 with upgrades available at additional costs.
Read more from RV BusinessPlan Your Next Road Trip With These Epic Routes
Planning your next road trip? National Geographic rounded up the top 25 drives in the U.S. to add to your travel itinerary. From visiting lighthouses on the East Coast to a 1,200-mile music-themed tour through Tennessee or a cheese factory tour through Wisconsin, these road trip routes offer something for everybody. Learn about Indigenous history, explore otherworldly landscapes, immerse yourself in foodie cultures, and more.
Read more from National GeographicGear Check: A Sun-Powered Camping Necessity
Keep your phones, tablets, and other devices charged with a portable solar power bank. Whether you’re at the campground or out on the trail, this power bank offers a large-capacity battery, two USB power ports, and a built-in LED flashlight that can continuously run for up to 100 hours. Plus, it’s constructed with a water-proof and dust-proof design to handle all of your outdoor adventures.
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