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2023 Calendar Contest Entries Part 5

By Angela White

Posted on October 6, 2022

Here are the entries for the 2023 Truck Camper Magazine calendar contest. Click here to enter the calendar contest with a photo of your truck camper.

#401 - Ric DoedensCape St. George, NewfoundlandChevy Silverado 35002021 Cirrus 820Camera Used - Apple iPhone 8Cape St. George near the southwest corner of Newfoundland. Spent the evening at this stunning location overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence. We were perhaps 40’ from the cliff’s edge. At 3am, a gale comes up blowing a steady 30 knots with higher gusts that made us wonder if we’d be blown off the cliff. Didn’t sleep much but still totally worth it. Would go back in a heartbeat.

#401 - Ric Doedens

#402 - Ric DoedensArrowhead Provincial Park, Ontario2021 Chevy Silverado 3500 4x4 diesel2021 Cirrus 820Camera Used - iPhone 8Snug inside our camper after a day of cross- country skiing. Thermometer dipped down to -28C that evening. No problem but furnace did get a good work-out.

#402 - Ric Doedens

#403 - Jon MethvinGrassvalley, California2021 Ford F-1502022 Lance 650Camera Used - iPhone 12 maxThis trip was our first outing with our new Lance 650 camper. We live in Sacramento California, and did a northern coast tour. We headed up the coast to Fort Bragg and stopped many places along the way. We stayed most of our time at Casper Beach. One thing we love about having a truck camper is the ability to pull in, stop, park almost anywhere. Pulling into other campsites, small towns to explore, any beach or Cliff we want to pull off and check out we can. One of the spots that looked fun, was down a small twisty road, Russian Gulch state park. Very nice park to stay at under a large bridge on highway 1, we pulled in, grabbed a spot in the parking lot and were able to walk around and check out the beach. As we left we snapped a cool photo of the truck and camper sitting in front of the beach under the bridge.

#403 - Jon Methvin

#404 - Monica SolisGoblin Valley, Utah2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD2005 Lance 981Camera Used - DJI maverick air2sMy husband and I were off for 5 months this summer and traveled the west of the United States. We visited 12 states, 17 national parks, several state parks and countless sights along the way. After leaving Capitol Reef National Park in Utah we headed toward Moab. While on our way we stopped in Goblin Valley because we knew the landscape was a must see. This location was just outside of the state park near BLM land where many are known to camp and off road.

#404 - Monica Solis

#405 - Brent DukeCanyonlands NP, Utah2016 Ram 35002021 Northstar 850 SCCamera Used - PhoneWhile traveling the White Rim Trail we came to this stretch along the Green River. We learned that the river was flowing high due to extra water being released from Flaming Gorge Dam. It made some spots on the road pretty scary with cliffs on one side and river close to the road on the other. This was after we got past the tight spots and could relax the white knuckle grip on the steering wheel and get out for a photo. We love incredible colors of the desert and the back roads and the truck camper rig to get us there.

#405 - Brent Duke

#406 - George ReckentineEarl West Cove, Wrangell, Alaska2012 Ram 35002004 Bigfoot 10 11 SLCamera Used - iPhone 12 Max ProBigfoot and Elkhorn were on our Alaskan and Arctic Ocean Adventure, and we stopped in Wrangell, AK for about one week. We drove Forest Service road 6265, a 25 mile route that a Ranger told us about. The road is paved for about 12 miles, then it turns into a hard gravel road and dead ends overlooking Earl West Cove. Beautiful boondocking location!

#406 - George Reckentine

#407 - Mike LaytonAssateague Island, MD2020 Ford F3502022 Arctic Fox 1150Camera Used - iPhone 11Beautiful Summer day on Assateague Island. Weekend of camping, fishing, and soaking up the sun. Relaxing by the fire at night.

#407 - Mike Layton

#408 - Mike LaytonAssateague Island, MD2020 F350 Ford2022 Arctic Fox 1150Camera Used - iPhone 11Beautiful Sunset on Assateague Island in MD.

#408 - Mike Layton

#409 - Mike LaytonIndian River State Park, DE2020 F350 Ford2020 Arctic Fox 1150Camera Used - iPhone 11Enjoying a weekend with friends at Indian River State Park in DE.

#409 - Mike Layton

#410 - Dick van LeeuwenSweden, Europe2020 Ford F2502020 Lance 825Camera Used - Google Pixel 6 ProVacation on Swedish coast. Amongst stay on island called Björkö.

#410 - Dick van Leeuwen

#411 - Shaunnah CantaHood River, Oregon along the Columbia River Gorge2021 Toyota Tundra2021 Scout OlympicCamera Used - iPhone 11This was our first voyage with the truck AND camper. The weather was perfect for December and decided why not take the rig for a ride and have lunch along the Columbia River Gorge. My husband and I have visited Hood River many times and we stumbled across this area called, “The Hook” we’ve passed by many time with camper since. It’s a great spot to have lunch and watch the wind surfers.

#411 - Shaunnah Canta

#412 - Shaunnah CantaBadwater Road, Death Valley National Park, California2021 Toyota Tundra2021 Scout OlympicCamera Used - iPhone 11We took a week long trip to explore many of California’s National Parks. Death Valley being on the top of our list. This photo was taken on the way to Badwater Basin. Many fear Death Valley, honestly there’s a peace about the desert that captivates me and I want to go back! We drove for miles without a person in sight and came across this vast flat road. You can see the mountains for miles!

#412 - Shaunnah Canta

#413 - Shaunnah CantaDispersed camping outside Yosemite National Park, California2021 Toyota Tundra2021 Scout OlympicCamera Used - iPhone 11We took a week long trip to visit a few of California’s beautiful National Parks, Yosemite National Park being one of them. We spent the day exploring and biking many parts of the park. The park was full and so we had to make it work. The beauty of having a truck camper you can take the road less traveled and so we did. We stumbled upon this disbursed camp spot overlooking Yosemite mountains. It was a perfect night to be on top of the mountains. With no one around us we enjoyed the gorgeous sunset and without a street light in sight the stars were magnificent!

#413 - Shaunnah Canta

#414 - Jeremy NelsonGunlock, Utah2015 Chevrolet 2500HD2002 Lance Lite 84Camera Used - Samsung Note s22I grabbed my good friend since High School and took his son and friends out fishing. Amazing thunder rolled into the Gunlock Valley with a slight breeze swirling around. Clouds came in quick and surrounded the state park in south Utah. Looked up saw the rainbow in in a slit second. Lighting cracked and thunder comes echoing!!! Boys snagged 9 perch. Great food with an experience that will never be forgotten!

#414 - Jeremy Nelson

#415 - Jeremy NelsonLake Mead, NV2015 Chevrolet 25002002 Lance LiteCamera Used - Samsung Note s22Had to jump out as a snake was in the truck. Driving out a reachable location at the back side of Valley of Fire. Stewart's Point in Lake Mead has been a regular stop on the camping trips schedule for last 7 years. My son who is now 23 started going out there with me when he was 5. A lot of great memories!! Thank you for letting me share!

#415 - Jeremy Nelson

#416 - Theresa HallSekiu, Washington2017 Ford 250Northstar TC650 2018Camera Used - PhoneEnjoying the sunset after coho salmon fishing at Sekiu, Washington.

#416 - Theresa Hall

#417 - Mark JoslinKingston Peak 4WD route, Colorado2006 RAM 35002005 Lance 1181Camera Used - PhoneWent on a TC adventure with a friend for a late season overnight in the high country of Colorado. Today is the TCM calendar submission cutoff. Sending this via Starlink.

#417 - Mark Joslin

#418 - Mark JoslinKingston Peak 4WD road, Colorado2006 RAM 35002005 Lance 1181Camera Used - PhoneWent on a TC adventure with a friend for a late season overnight in the high country of Colorado. Today is the TCM calendar submission cutoff. Sending this via Starlink.

#418 - Mark Joslin

#419 - Alan PhilbrookWhite Tanks Park, Arizona2004 Ford F3502001 Bigfoot 2500Camera Used - iPhone 10Quick weekend getaway for a little adventure. White Tanks Park is close to home as are several other good Maracopa County parks. Will chill with the wife, check out the competitive track and do a bit of Onewheel riding while tiring Karma.

#419 - Alan Philbrook

#420 - Dave MarshRadio Tower, Wall, SD2005 Dodge 35002005 Lance 1181Camera Used - iPhone SEOn the way from home in Minnesota to Wyoming, the Badlands is a desired stopover, can’t beat the views and night skies, weather permitting….not good if it’s windy or wet.

#420 - Dave Marsh

#421 - Stacie SwaneyCoral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Utah2015 RAM 35002022 Arctic Fox 865Camera Used - Apple iPhone 12 ProAs soon as we arrived at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in Utah, we quickly setup camp and immediately went out to “play” in the giant sandbox (the sand dunes). The dunes at Coral Pink are amazing! So much fun! As the evening drew near we built a fire, started supper, and reminisced by the campfire about the day with our friends. As I walked back to our camper after a fabulous day, I captured our camper bathed in moonlight! The stars were so bright and the moon full. Truly brings a smile after one amazing day!

#421 - Stacie Swaney

#422 - Jason CronkMarble Canyon, AZ2018 Nissan Titan XD Pro 4X2013 Palomino Bronco 125-Camera Used - iPhone XSMy wife and I are travel RNs and have worked two contracts in the emergency department in Tuba City, AZ. Our schedule provided us with alternating 7 days on/7 off so we were able to explore a ton throughout AZ, CO, NM off and over six months. This was a favorite spot when we were on the way back to work. BLM land, free camping right on the canyon rim with views for days!

#422 - Jason Cronk

#423 - Kris CassidyPisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Mountains, NC2016 Ford 3502017 Wolf Creek 840Camera Used - Fuji XT-30

#423 - Kris Cassidy

#424 - Kris CassidyPisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Mountains, NC2016 F 3502017 Wolf Creek 840Camera Used - Fuji XT-30

#424 - Kris Cassidy

#425 - Kris CassidyPisgah National Forest, Blue Ridge Mountains, NC2016 F-3502017 Wolf Creek 840Camera Used - Fuji XT-30

#425 - Kris Cassidy

#426 - Dave MarshCentral Florida2005 Dodge 35002005 Lance 1181Camera Used - iPhone SENot exactly a wilderness shot, but, it is in the middle of cattle country in central Florida. Our original desire to get a truck camper was influenced by fellow cruiser friends. To be able to travel from our home in Minnesota to our sailboat in Florida, and be able to do repairs and provisioning in comfort prior to embarking on a winter’s adventure to the Bahamas.

#426 - Dave Marsh

#427 - Kathy LivermoreUnion Pass, Wyoming2018 RAM 3500 2018 Arctic Fox 1140Camera Used - iPhone 12 Pro MaxWe travelled from Michigan and spent a month in Wyoming in September. We boondocked the majority of the time. We found out about this location by asking for input at the Forest Service office. They were very helpful. We drove out to check out the area and ended up spending nearly a week there. This picture was taken on a “rain day”. Actually, a rain, snow, sleet, freezing mix day.

#427 - Kathy Livermore

#428 - Derek HansenTok Cutoff, Alaska2002 Ford F3502004 Lance 1010Camera Used - Nikon D7200After 5 years, this was the last night in Alaska for this truck and camper. I didn't feel like driving in the dark anymore, so I pulled over and boondocked at this spot alongside the Tok Cutoff. I knew the aurora forecast was promising, but it was cloudy and raining when I went to bed, so I didn't plan on waking up. I was up at 3 AM anyway, and when I stuck my head outside I was surprised with stars and aurora. I grabbed the Nikon and tripod and took many photos over the next hour until the northern lights faded away. This one was my favorite.

#428 - Derek Hansen

#429 - Derek HansenTok Cutoff, Alaska2002 Ford F3502004 Lance 1010Camera Used - DJI Mavic Air 2Boondocking spot alongside the Tok Cutoff on the way out of Alaska. I spent the night here, enjoyed a nice display of the northern lights at 3 AM, and was just about to hit the road when the sun came up. I launched the Mavic Air 2 quadcopter for the view above and this was my favorite photo of the scene.

#429 - Derek Hansen

#430 - Derek HansenBanff National Park, Canada2002 Ford F3502004 Lance 1010Camera Used - Nikon D7200Driving from Alaska to Idaho, I decided to take the scenic route on the Icefields Parkway through Jasper and Banff National Parks. It was my first time in the Canadian Rockies and I was captivated by the incredible scenery. I quickly pulled over at this pullout to quickly grab this shot with what I believe is Mount Chephren. Jasper and Banff were both incredible and I highly recommend visiting them.

#430 - Derek Hansen

#431 - William CarrWhite Mountains, CaliforniaGMC Sierra 2500 HD2022 Wolf Creek Arctic FoxCamera Used - Nikon D-850Upon arriving at the Grandview campground in the White mountains of California I settled in and readied my camera to capture my shinny new camper and truck when this beautiful rainbow appeared and completed the shot. I looked for the pot of gold but realized the true bounty was there all along, being in nature with my truck and camper.

#431 - William Carr

#432 - Alex WebberGrand Teton National Park, Wyoming2015 Chevy Silverado 25002021 Lance 825Camera Used - Canon EOS 80DThis summer presented my wife and me with a dream road trip as we completed a military move from Oregon to Florida. In total, we logged 45 nights in the camper along 4800 miles of this beautiful country. The top spots were our time in Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks. Since we were moving across the country we not only had the truck with the camper but also our 2nd vehicle. We just packed out of Colter Bay RV Park following a 3-night stay and were headed to the Virginian RV Park in Jackson Hole for the July 4th rodeo and fireworks. As my wife was driving the camper along Teton Park Road (with me in pursuit in our other vehicle) the Lance Camper mountain graphics started aligning with the backdrop... I knew we had to pull over and snap a shot! Here is the result!

#432 - Alex Webber

#433 - Alex WebberLower Two Medicine Lake, Montana2015 Chevy Silverado 25002021 Lance 825Camera Used - Galaxy S21This summer my wife and I took a dream road trip as we completed a military move from Oregon to Florida. In total, we logged 45 nights in the camper along 4800 miles of this beautiful country. I took this photo along MT-49 overlooking Lower Two Medicine Lake in Montana. We were in transit from our 5-night stay in West Glacier to our 2-night reservation in St. Mary, East Glacier. MT-49 restricts vehicles to 21'. Fortunately for us, our short bed truck and small camper measure in at exactly 21' giving us access to an area commonly missed by those traveling in motorhomes and towables. Yet another reason why truck campers rule!

#433 - Alex Webber

#434 - Alex WebberUS-287 Montana2015 Chevy Silverado 25002021 Lance 825Camera Used - Galaxy S21This summer my wife and I took advantage of a military move from Oregon to Florida with a cross-country camper trip. In total, we logged 45 nights in the truck camper along 4800 miles of this beautiful country. The top spots were our time in Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks. Since we were moving across the country we not only had the truck with the camper but also our 2nd vehicle. While drafting off my wife driving the truck camper, I paused and looked around... it doesn't take a National Park designation for one to enjoy the sights! Straight rolling road with panoramic views, no tolls, no traffic, and no worry in the world. I quickly snapped this picture to capture the moment knowing views like this disappeared the closer to Florida we got.

#434 - Alex Webber

#435 - Linda DukeCanyonlands NP, Utah2016 Ram 35002021 Northstar 850 SCCamera Used - Samsung S10 PhoneAfter our last night of camping on the White Rim Trail we had to squeeze by the cliffside and the drop off edge of the road. This spot made us glad we had a small camper and a capable truck. We love to explore the back county of Utah. The landscapes are breath-taking and photos can not do justice.

#435 - Linda Duke

#436 - Brent DukePeach Springs Road, AZ2016 Ram 35002021 Northstar 850 SCCamera Used - Samsung S& PhoneDriving to the Colorado River on Peach Springs road to the bottom of the Grand Canyon we were impressed with the incredible backdrop of the mountains in the distance. We love the geology of this area. It seems as though we were traveling back through time.

#436 - Brent Duke

#437 - Jaime ChavezAlabama Hills, California2021 Ram 55002022 Lance 1062Camera Used - iPhone13This was my first solo camping trip with my 9 year son. It was during a week when I really needed to get out due to work related stress. We found this amazing spot and when we were sitting by the fire that night, we were blessed with the amazing views and an amazing moon. That moment with my son reminded me on what is really important and how blessed we are on living on this amazing world.

#437 - Jaime Chavez

#438 - Jaime ChavezSierras in CA view of Death Valley2021 Ram 55002022 Lance 1062Camera Used - iPhone 13My 9 year old and I drove to the Sierras to see the snow. We parked in this amazing site at Whitney Portal. On one side we had the amazing view of the Sierras and on the side shown on the picture Death Valley. My son’s face when he saw the snow and the amazing views was priceless. We had the best bonding trip and an amazing time.

#438 - Jaime Chavez

#439 - Tsara WalshMaine2021 Ram 35002019 Northstar 9.5 Igloo UCamera Used - iPhone 12 proTalk about remote! This picture was taken in an unnamed town on an unnamed road way over on the eastern side of Maine. Ryan (Penney) and I were exploring the logging roads of Maine when we stumbled upon this gorgeous red field. This field was more than a square mile of the brightest red, these bushes are about ankle high and are lowbush blueberries! After checking out some of the roads branching off of this one we decided to make the trip back around to this spot. We parked about 200 yards into a small pull off so I could run out and grab this picture. Since then we have gone back and camped not too far up the road from where we took this picture.

#439 - Tsara Walsh

#440 - William CarrWhite Mountains, California2022 GMC 2500 HD2022 Wolf CreekCamera Used - Nikon D-850 20MM lens 6400 ISOI planned the trip to the White Mountains around the

#440 - William Carr

#441 - Brett and Celina BinnsPointe-au-Père, Rimouski, Gaspé Peninsula, Québec2022 Ford F5502014 Arctic Fox AF 1150Camera Used - Nikon Z 6II, Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S at 27.5 mm, 1/100 sec, f/6.3, ISO 100I recorded this image of our truck and camper on the pier or quay that was once the much larger ferry landing. The site is now home to the The Onondaga submarine, The Empress of Ireland Museum commemorating the tragic loss of a Canadian ocean liner on the St Lawrence Seaway, and the Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse which is fairly unique and certainly beautiful with its fly buttresses. The pier is open to boondocking for museum visitors but rigs poured in after the museums closed without being harassed. Still, all three sites are very much worth visiting and there is also a distillery open into the evening that is in easy walking distance and worth visiting. We started our stay parked near the museums while we visited but found that wind speeds had grown to be problematic by day's end so we moved to the end of the pier to face into the wind and maximize our view of the St Lawrence seaway. We returned about a week later when storm Fiona forced Forillon NP on the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula to evacuate.

#441 - Brett Binns

#442 - Laura Surman

#442 - Laura and Roger Surman

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