Florida and Alabama RV Parks Report Winter Vacancies for Snowbirds

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.

The Roughrider RV Resort in the Minot area, North Dakota, has evolved from a saloon for harvesters to a modern campground. Over the past 10 years, more than 20 new RV spots were added, along with upgraded lighting, a laundry facility, and a tent site. The resort now has over 100 RV spots and 10 tent spots, operating year-round.

Former swimmer Renato Prono rented a motorhome for a family trip along the California coast to support the Paraguayan national team. On social media, he showed that the family takes turns cleaning, showers at gas stations, and sets up and takes down beds daily. The first night was cold due to lack of preparation. His girlfriend, model Alba Riquelme, declined to join.

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.