Where were you with your NEWMAR today?

[Rollin Ollen]

Lost Dutchman State Park, Apache Junction AZ. Water and 50 amp

T-Mobile home. 356 down 89 up.

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If you are looking for a very scenic drive, Just down the road from you is the Apache Trail. It starts just past Tortilla Flat and ands at the Roosevelt Dam. About 30 miles or so. There are signs that say a high clearance 4X4 is required. Not any more. The road has been "gentrified". Sedans can make the trip although there is some serious wash boarding in places. Just a FYI: If steep drop offs with no guard rails bother you then don't go.


Safe travels

Darrell

 

[Jim]

Phipps Park Campground in Stuart Fl. (Site #97)

• No Internet (Starlink is our friend) EDIT: They do have Internet, it just wasn't advertised on their site.
• Excellent Verizon signal
• It's right across from the interstate so there is LOTS of road noise
• Sewer so close to my neighbors picnic table that I was to embarrassed to hook up my sewer hose. Figure I'll do it later tonight or maybe early in the AM
• Nice management
• $60 a night

 

[Jim]

Day 3 at Phipps Campground: A Survival Guide

Well, here we are, three days in, and I’m still alive. That’s already a win in my book. Phipps Campground is actually turning out to be a pretty cool place. Plenty of tents to rent, and while some sites are so close you might accidentally end up roasting marshmallows over your neighbor’s fire, the ones along the Intercoastal have lots of space and some nice waterway views.

Now, let’s talk about the noise level. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat where you can sip coffee while listening to birds serenade the sunrise… this is not the place. Between the road noise and the occasional kid testing the limits of their vocal cords, it's more lively than a rock concert. But hey, if you’ve got kids who love exploring nature, fishing, hiking, and spotting creatures both modern and prehistoric (seriously, I saw a lizard that looked like it walked straight out of Jurassic Park), then you’re in the right place.

That said, if your little ones expect pools, swings, or anything remotely resembling a traditional playground, prepare for some disappointment. Nature is the original theme park, where else can you watch crabs bicker over real estate, spot a heron judging your life choices, or get personally victimized by a mosquito with zero respect for personal space?

All in all, it's a great spot. Just bring some earplugs, bug spray, and a good sense of humor.

 

[Neemer]

Talking Rock Motorcoach Resort, Talking Rock GA.

This is a new resort (opened last Oct) with serious potential. It’s just south of Ellijay where an AIM rally is currently taking place at Talona Ridge Resort.

The clubhouse appears completed, along with pickle ball courts. They are still working on the pool and hot tub.

I met the owner yesterday. Super nice fellow not afraid to get his hands dirty, and way too young. I must have made some bad decisions in life.

It got down in the high 20s last evening and will be in the 60s today. There are three motorhomes here at present: A camp host and two renters.

A room with a view:

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

Talking Rock Motorcoach Resort, Talking Rock GA.

This is where the Newmar Hoots Rally will be in late September. They reserved the whole park.

 

[J&JD]

Day 3 at Phipps Campground: A Survival Guide

Well, here we are, three days in, and I’m still alive. That’s already a win in my book. Phipps Campground is actually turning out to be a pretty cool place. Plenty of tents to rent, and while some sites are so close you might accidentally end up roasting marshmallows over your neighbor’s fire, the ones along the Intercoastal have lots of space and some nice waterway views.

Now, let’s talk about the noise level. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat where you can sip coffee while listening to birds serenade the sunrise… this is not the place. Between the road noise and the occasional kid testing the limits of their vocal cords, it's more lively than a rock concert. But hey, if you’ve got kids who love exploring nature, fishing, hiking, and spotting creatures both modern and prehistoric (seriously, I saw a lizard that looked like it walked straight out of Jurassic Park), then you’re in the right place.

That said, if your little ones expect pools, swings, or anything remotely resembling a traditional playground, prepare for some disappointment. Nature is the original theme park, where else can you watch crabs bicker over real estate, spot a heron judging your life choices, or get personally victimized by a mosquito with zero respect for personal space?

All in all, it's a great spot. Just bring some earplugs, bug spray, and a good sense of humor.

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How’s the gater population?

 

[Jim]

How’s the gater population?

I haven't seen any, but you can bet the ranch they're out there.