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Ridgway RV Parking

A large dirt parking lot located in the mountain town of Ridgway, Colorado, offering ample space suitable for very large RVs. The lot is within walking distance of local shops Read More
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Ouray RV Parking

A wide-open dirt lot located in downtown Ouray provides space for RV travelers to park their rigs while visiting the area. The site offers convenient access to downtown amenities and Read More
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Monarch at the Crest – Visitor Center

Monarch at the Crest is a worthwhile stop at the top of Monarch Pass, with a large parking area that can accommodate RVs and other oversized vehicles. More than just Read More
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Chain-up Area on 285

A large open area designed primarily for chaining vehicle tires in winter conditions. Parking is limited to 30 minutes, and the lot provides easy on and easy off access for Read More
Picnic Areas
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Picnic Area off I-84

While this rest area is relatively small and run-down with broken pavement and large potholes, the parking area is large enough for big RVs to enter and exit easily, and Read More
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Brownwood Scenic Overlook

This very small rest area accommodates only the smallest recreational vehicles—vans, truck campers, and the smallest towable units. The compact lot dead-ends and lacks a turnaround for larger vehicles, so Read More
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Brookshire’s in Glen Rose, TX

A Brookshire’s grocery store adjacent to a huge high school parking lot. The lot is likely busy on weekdays but is typically empty on weekends, making it suitable for rigs Read More
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380 Highway 92, Crawford, CO

This is the type of unconventional “rest area” that you’ll only find on RV Travel Scout. It’s really nothing more than a wide street in a small town with little Read More
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Tejon Pass Rest Area

The Tejon Pass Rest Areas are located along Interstate 5 at the summit of the Grapevine, providing a convenient stop for travelers before or after crossing this major mountain pass. Read More
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Indian John Hill Rest Area

Indian John Hill Rest Area is a Washington State rest area located along Interstate 90 near Cle Elum in the Cascade foothills. The rest area provides parking for passenger vehicles, Read More
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H-E-B in Lampasas

Located in a quiet town, this HEB makes for a convenient and low-stress stop. If you pull onto Chestnut St, you’ll find a long stretch of street parking that’s both Read More