Strong RV Rental Demand Reported for ’26 Summer Season

In Kellogg, Idaho, the Gold Run Fire, which started Tuesday afternoon, threatened over 120 structures by evening, including the Big Creek RV Park. The fire destroyed three non-residential buildings at the Shoshone Golf Club, while the main clubhouse was saved. As of Wednesday morning, the fire was 235 acres and 10% contained, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

The California Coastal Commission approved a request from San Diego Parks & Recreation to adjust parking restrictions at 13 of the city's 35 beach lots. At Windansea Beach, the closure start time shifted from 10 p.m. to midnight, with the lot remaining closed until 4 a.m. Changes are based on documented nighttime crime increases but aim to minimize access restrictions for visitors without alternative transportation.

James Michael McArdell, 37, faces charges of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and felony domestic assault in Clay County, Minnesota. Authorities say he assaulted a woman inside a camper at Buffalo River State Park on June 16, then fled on a bicycle before being tracked down by a K9 unit. McArdell has two prior domestic violence convictions from 2023 in North Dakota, elevating the current charge to a felony. The maximum penalty for the charges includes up to seven years in prison and a $14,000 fine.

Cruise America published a report on a seven-day trip in a Class C motorhome across the US Southwest, including Las Vegas and Utah's national parks. Average fuel consumption was 8–10 miles per gallon, and rental costs were comparable to a hotel and car rental. The report covers the pickup process, daily operations, and driving characteristics.

On June 16, a fire in Kellogg, Idaho, destroyed an RV and damaged a garage. Firefighters prevented the flames from reaching a nearby residence. No occupants were home at the time, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The 11th annual Nile Valley Rally takes place August 13–16, 2026, on Chinook Pass, Washington. On August 15, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Jim Sprick Park, owners of about 50 vintage trailers will offer free public tours. This year's theme is 'The Tacky Tourist' to mark the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Dogs are not allowed inside the trailers and must be leashed in the campground.