Overlanding on the rise: 12 million Americans in 2025

Located between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, Monterey Lake is a 250-acre reservoir in southwestern Michigan. The Sandy Pines RV park resort offers campgrounds, cabins, and rental trailers, plus an 18-hole golf course, fishing (bass, perch, carp, walleye), three outdoor pools, a splash pad, and kayak rentals. A fishing license is required for ages 17 and up.

A visit to Brooktrout Lake prompts Walt McLaughlin to reflect on heavily trafficked areas of the Adirondacks. The Eastern High Peaks region has banned campfires and requires bear-resistant canisters to mitigate human impact. McLaughlin prefers less crowded routes like the Northville-Placid Trail, where wilderness experience remains intact without such measures.

A used 2023 EarthRoamer XV-SX with 8,228 miles is listed for $1.1 million. Built on a Chevrolet Silverado 6500HD chassis, it includes a washer-dryer, shower, induction cooktop, and Keurig coffee maker.

Actress Drew Barrymore posted a video on Instagram showcasing her new motorhome. The clip features a mini-kitchen and a sleeping area. Barrymore recently sold her house in New York for $4.9 million. She stated she wants to travel in the motorhome to combine nature, family, and her city life.

On June 16, 2026, the New Rochelle City Council unanimously approved an amendment to Section 312-43 of the City Code, restricting RV parking in residential areas to one hour. Three days later, the RV that prompted complaints remained parked on Church Street across from Trinity School. Residents report the vehicle has not moved for three months, with the occupant leaving garbage on the sidewalk and letting dogs defecate without cleanup. Police confirmed they are aware and addressing the issue.

Forest River has introduced the R-Pod Un-Mapped 25FK caravan, measuring 8.8 m in length with a dry weight of 2,838 kg. The model features a front L-shaped kitchen, a rear bedroom with a double bed and electric fireplace, and two separate entrances. Standard equipment includes 400 W solar panels, heated tanks, and reinforced insulation. Prices range from €38,000 to €50,000.