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2024 Calendar Contest Entries Part 2

By Angela White

Posted On August 31st, 2023

Here are the entries for the 2024 Truck Camper Magazine calendar contest. Vote for your favorite 10 photos here!

#101 - Nestor BrizuelaLake 3, Patagonia, Argentina2018 Ford Ranger2018 Cheoga Max Xtreme Pop-UpCamera Used - Olympus Tough TG-850That morning I woke up with the lake completely covered in fog and I thought it was a good photo, considering that the water mirror was just 10 meters from the camper. We had to step on many thorns, logs and stones, but we arrived at the dream place…

#101 - Nestor Brizuela

#102 - Nestor BrizuelaChubut, Patagonia Argentina2018 Ford Ranger2018 Cheoga Max Xtreme Pop-UpCamera Used - PhoneI was camping at the mouth of the Corcovado River, on the shores of Lake Vinter, in the far west of the province of Chubut, Patagonia Argentina. I was in search of the fantastic and unique

#102 - Nestor Brizuela

#103 - Nestor BrizuelaWest of the Province of Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina2018 Ford Ranger2018 Cheoga Max Xtreme Pop-UpCamera Used - PhoneI was camping in Lake 4 in the west of the Province of Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina, in search of the excellent rainbow and brown trout that inhabit the water mirror.

#103 - Nestor Brizuela

#104 - Jon LaffertySeneca Lake, New York2021 Chevy 35002020 Cirrus 820Camera Used - iPhone 14 ProWe were camping using Harvest Hosts staying at wineries around the finger lakes in New York.

#104 - Jon Lafferty

#105 - Jon LaffertyMadison, Ohio2021 Chevy 35002020 Cirrus 820Camera Used - iPhone 14 ProMy wife and I love using Harvest Hosts. This is at a winery in Madison, Ohio.

#105 - Jon Lafferty

#106 - Jon LaffertyKeuka Lake, New York2021 Chevy 35002020 Cirrus 820Camera Used - iPhone 14 ProMy wife and I love using the Harvest Hosts app. We stay at all kinds of wineries for free. This particular winery is Rooster Hill and their wine is amazing!

#106 - Jon Lafferty

#107 - Bruno GauthierCap-lumiere, New Brunswick2021 Ford F350 2005 Adventurer 100wsbCamera Used - Samsung note 20 ultraWe spent the day at the beach. Back at the camper we saw the sunset and just said, “Wow, beautiful scenery”. With the camper, it is very easy to park everywhere. We wanted to share this image at Cap-lumiere, New Brunswick with TCM readers.

#107 - Bruno Gauthier

#108 - Mike BrandlBelle Bluff Island Campground, Townsend, Georgia2019 Ford F4502022 Adventurer 901SBCamera Used - iPhone 14 ProI found this great little hidden spot on HipCamp while driving back to Florida from North Carolina.

#108 - Mike Brandl

#109 - William HibbardSomerset Airfield, Stratton, Vermont2018 RAM 35002022 Northern-Lite 10.2 EXCD LECamera Used - Canon EOS RP, 15-35mm f2.8 LensSuch a beautiful spot for boondocking and very dark skies. There were wide open spaces, fire rings and a pit toilet.The forest service allows you to stay for 14 days free. Our plan was to stay there for the 14 days. Little did we know that on our seventh day our world would end.The morning of our 7th day we decided to dump our tanks and get fresh water at Woodford State Park and then drive into Bennington for some provisions. Once we had our provisions we headed back to our campsite. While on RT 279 we were struck by a vehicle that crossed the center lane an hit us head on. It totaled our truck and camper and destroyed our dreams of touring the country. We were 16 months into this dream and have seen so many beautiful places. Unfortunately we did not have a plan “B”, naive to fact we may get in an accident. So for now we are thankful for having survived and taking life 1 day at a time.

#109 - William Hibbard

#110 - Anne Marie LewisMt. Shuksan, North Cascades, Washington2013 GMC Sierra 35002013 Eagle Cap 850Camera Used - Canon 5D Mark iiWe were boondocking nearby and had driven up into the North Cascade Mountains each day for several days in July. It was very cold with deep snow lingering on our hiking trails at the higher elevations. Every time we drove by this lake, Mt. Shuksan was shrouded in clouds. But on the third day, a brief period of sun revealed Shuksan’s summit and the glaciers spilling down its flanks. I rushed to the opposite side of this small lake to get the shot.

#110 - Anne Marie Lewis

#111 - John StefanoGreen River, Wyoming2019 Ford F2502021 Cirrus 820Camera Used - Samsung s21 phoneMy brother-in-law and Wyoming resident took my wife and I on week long fishing trip. He knows all the dispersed camping areas. This area has views that define what the west is. Absolutely gorgeous!

#111 - John Stefano

#112 - Todd RothermelBlack Lake, Vail Pass, Colorado2023 Ford F3502020 Lance 1172Camera Used - iPhoneMy wife is the photographer in our marriage, I am the person who would rather just be in the moment. She would rather capture it. Just before I took the photo I got a text from the gentleman in Indiana that we had purchased the camper from several months ago. He had found some hardware and wanted to mail it to me here in Colorado. As part of the text he asked if we were enjoying the camper so at the spur of the moment I snapped the attached photo and sent it to him. I shared the text with my wife and she commented on the picture, so I thought I would share it with the rest of the truck camper crowd; as long as you share your favorite boondocking spot with us.

#112 - Todd Rothermel

#113 - Scott LaBombardHighway 2 in Brevort, Michigan overlooking Lake Michigan2014 Chevy Silverado 15002023 Home built by myself in 18 monthsCamera Used - Android phoneI had been camping at Little Brevort Lake state forest campground in Michigan's upper peninsula. I have a 200 amp hour battery and 400 watts of solar on the roof. This campground was really shaded and it had rained for two days with no sun. I needed some sun so I decided to park here on this scenic turn off and catch some rays. I was drinking my coffee and thought I needed a picture of my rig.

#113 - Scott LaBombard

#114 - Scott LaBombardBlind Sucker State Forest Campground, site #28, Michigan2014 Chevy Silverado 15002023 Home Built by myselfCamera Used - Android phoneThis was my very first trip and night in my new home built camper. I spent the last 18 months building this and had dreamed of this day for some time now. Blind Sucker is man made flood waters with excellent fishing. This state forest campground has no electric or flush toilets. It’s rural.

#114 - Scott LaBombard

#115 - Scott LaBombardBlind Sucker Campground, Michigan2014 Chevy Silverado 15002023 Home Built by myselfCamera Used - Android phoneIt was my first camping trip and first night in my homebuilt camper. I'm overlooking the dead stream flooding in Michigan's upper peninsula.

#115 - Scott LaBombard

#116 - Jared RichardsWellington, Nevada2014 Ford F2502005 Lance 815Camera Used - iPhoneThis photo was taken at a former marine corps airfield. It is located south of Wellington, Nevada and a few miles from the California border. It has beautiful views and is a free boondocking spot.

#116 - Jared Richards

#117 - Aaron KesslerOutside Divide, Colorado2022 Ram 45002020 Eagle Cap 1165Camera Used - Samsung s21+Boondocking for hiking and biking, outside of Divide, Colorado.

#117 - Aaron Kessler

#118 - Aaron KesslerBuena Vista, Colorado2022 Ram 45002020 Eagle Cap 1165Camera Used - Samsung S21+Boondocking above Buena Vista for hiking and biking.

#118 - Aaron Kessler

#119 - Aaron KesslerJasper National Park, Alberta2022 Ram 45002020 Eagle Cap 1165Camera Used - Samsung S21+I was traveling up to Alaska for the second year in a row. I love this route with all the snow for early in the year.

#119 - Aaron Kessler

#120 - Dominique MartinHouse Rock Valley Road, Arizona2022 Ford F-1502022 Scout YohoCamera Used - iPhone SEExiting from White Pocket, Arizona, northbound to Wire Pass Trail, Utah. On this dusty and deserted road, we felt like first settlers in wagon, discovering these breathtaking landscapes.

#120 - Dominique Martin

#121- Dominique MartinV-Road, Utah2022 Ford F-1502022 Scout YohoCamera Used - iPhone SEWe were on the way to Cosmic Ashtray, a natural curiosity of which the magnitude is difficult to describe. On the V-road, we drove successively through desert landscape similar the the Sahara. Then it felt like we were on Mars with the red rock formations and many gulches.

#121- Dominique Martin

#122 - Randy SmithBoya Lake, British Columbia2017 Ram 35002016 Adventurer 910DBCamera Used - iPhone 14This is a waterfront site we happened upon at Boya Lake in British Columbia on the way back from Alaska.

#122 - Randy Smith

#123 - Will HoadCapitol Reef National Park2001 Ford F3501991 Skamper Pop UpCamera Used - iPhoneThis was midway through the Cathedral Valley Loop trail going in and out of Capitol Reef National Park. We had just passed through a snowstorm and and made it down switchbacks that had a bit more standing snow than we expected. After making it down and out of the storm this was a beautiful site to see.

#123 - Will Hoad

#124 - Ben KirbyValley of the Gods, Utah2013 Ford F1502021 Outfitter Caribou LiteCamera Used - Sony A7IIIMy dog, Turbo and I had been on the road for over a month. We'd travelled up from Tucson, Arizona through Utah and eventually to Colorado. It was a glorious trip, filled with incredible mountain bike rides, glorious hikes and impactful memories with friends. But after a month we were exhausted. Or I should say I was exhausted. Turbo would spend all his days camping if he could. By the time we were back in southern Utah, I was ready to call it in and just get back to Tucson as quickly as we could, but I decided to include one last detour on the trip. I wanted to spend our last night on the road in a finale level campsite. So we made our way to the Valley of the Gods. And what a finale it was.Being July, it was 95 degrees when we pulled in. So Turbo and I waited in the camper with all the fans on until the relief of nightfall came. And when it did, we were greeted by a magnificent sunset in one of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed. I made sure to wake up before sunrise the next morning just to see it all over again. It just goes to show you that one last detour is always worth it.

#124 - Ben Kirby

#125 - John StefanoFlat River, Wyoming2019 Ford F2502021 Cirrus 820Camera Used - PhoneThe first place we boondocked was Flat river in Wyoming. My brother-in-law showed us the location. The stars at night are amazing!

#125 - John Stefano

#126 - Nick GrayLong Beach, Washington1984 K5 Blazer1976 Chalet Camper made by Chinook for the K5Camera Used - iPhone 11 Pro MaxOn a trip to Long Beach, I parked by the boat launch next to the US coast guard station at Cape Disappointment. On this beautiful day I saw a barge digging sand out from the entrance of bay and thought it was a cool picture of my old camper. It’s still making memories almost 40 years after it was made.

#126 - Nick Gray

#127 - Nick GrayNaches, Washington1984 K5 Blazer1976 Chalet Camper made by Chinook for the K5Camera Used - iPhone 11 Pro MaxThis was my first trip up in the mountains with my K5 after doing a ton of work to it. It was able to handle a ton of 4 wheel drive trails and take me all over the mountain. I watched all the crazy built rigs crawl at funny/moon rocks up at Naches, Washington.

#127 - Nick Gray

#128 - Nick GrayEaston, Washington2014 Ram 35001997 S&S 9.6 camperCamera Used - iPhone 11 Pro MaxThis was my first trip out with this truck to some property I have up in the mountains. Along the way I stopped in this tiny town and after walking out of a tiny Ma and Pop store I wanted to take a picture to look back on of the first time I used this set up.

#128 - Nick Gray

#129 - Cole DorePrince Edward Island2023 Chevrolet 35002008 Okanagan 90wCamera Used - iPhoneLoving the Red sand beaches of this PEI boondocking spot. I traveled over 17,000 kilometers this summer from Alberta to St. John’s, Newfoundland.

#129 - Cole Dore

#130 - Aurelia LagleCape Hatteras, North Carolina2008 Ford F25020000 Sun Valley Warrior 8.0Camera Used - iPhoneWe had been fishing on the point at Hatteras, and were run off the beach because of turtle nests. We moved to the southside where very few people were. It ended up being a great spot, and we actually caught more fish.

#130 - Aurelia Lagle

#131 - Kevin SquiresFleming, New York1989 Ford F1501968 TravelerCamera Used - Samsung phoneI took the old pair on a trip back east to visit my daughter. The old truck did a wonderful job crossing the rockies from Marion, Montana.

#131 - Kevin Squires

#132 - Kevin SquiresMarion, Montana1989 Ford F1501968 TravelerCamera Used - Samsung phoneThis was my home in Marion, Montana; a lovely place to visit.

#132 - Kevin Squires

#133 - Laura RomineBear Lake in Utah and Idaho2013 Ram 15002023 Tufport T76Camera Used - iPhone 14I took this photo at Bear Lake which is a lake half in Utah, half in Idaho. We were on our way back to California from the Tetons and were praying there would be a spot at this campground. It’s first come, first serve and we had a hell of a time trying to find camping in the Tetons and just wanted some peace. We were delighted there was almost no one there and we got a nice swim in the lake. We had also just gotten the camper and this was our first trip in it before building it out to live in full-time!

#133 - Laura Romine

#134 - Laura RomineBridger-Teton National Forest, Wyoming2013 Ram 15002023 Tufport T76Camera Used - iPhone 14This was our first night in our truck camper! We just got it installed in Salt Lake City after waiting months from ordering it. We drove up to the Tetons for a little trip before we had to head back to California. Free camping in the Tetons can be competitive because of the amount of visitors so we drove for quite some time past numerous spots that were taken before finding this gem tucked away. We actually ending up scratching the side of the camper a little bit (OOPS!) by some of the tree branches, but it was bound to happen eventually. We had a cozy night in our new camper and had fried ravioli for dinner.

#134 - Laura Romine

#135 - Andrew ThomsonEast Kootenays, Alberta2011 Ford F-150Westland 80w customCamera Used - Samsung S21 PlusThis is a spot I love to visit in the shoulder seasons when it's quite not as important to be at a lake spot! This spot is only roughly 5 kilometers of backroad driving and a short, narrow 4x4 access to the river. It was during the first few days of the early wildfire crisis in Western Canada, which happened to make for a wonderful sunset.

#135 - Andrew Thomson

#136 - Denise AntoshColumbia Icefields, Jasper, British Columbia2019 Ford F2502021 Northern Lite EXLECamera Used - Samsung Galaxy S22Driving through Jasper on this September long weekend making our way home to Manitoba after being away for a month. Everything was completely full and I remembered seeing a post of being able to stay at the Columbia Icefields in the parking lot. Sure enough we paid only $16.75 and stayed the night. It was amazing to see the Icefields at night and especially in the morning during sunrise. My husband and I travel with three dogs from rescue shelters. This was our first trip in our Northern Lite and absolutely loved it!

#136 - Denise Antosh

#137 - Louis GenestJasper, Alberta2017 Nissan Titan XD1992 Trav-L-MateCamera Used - Samsung Galaxy S10My camper was purchased for $600 in late 2021. It was in a completely unusable state with the intent of renovating it for family trips to the mountains. I fully rebuilt/renovated the inside and out in my spare time during the Covid lockdown. Our family of five (Mom/Dad + 7, 8, 10 year old) fit snugly but comfortably. This photo was taking during our first annual mountain trip; this year to Jasper, Alberta and Mount Robson, British Columbia.

#137 - Louis Genest

#138 - Louis GenestMoose Lake, British Columbia2017 Nissan Titan XD1992 Trav-L-MateCamera Used - Samsung Galaxy S10My camper was purchased for $600 in late 2021. It was in a completely unusable state with the intent of renovating it for family trips to the mountains. I fully rebuilt/renovated the inside and out in my spare time during the Covid lockdown. Our family of five (Mom/Dad + 7, 8, 10 year old) fit snugly but comfortably. This photo was taking during our first annual mountain trip; this year to Jasper, Alberta and Mount Robson, British Columbia.

#138 - Louis Genest

#139 - Louis GenestJasper, AlbertaNissan Titan XD1992 Trav-L-MateCamera Used - Samsung Galaxy S10My camper was purchased for $600 in late 2021. It was in a completely unusable state with the intent of renovating it for family trips to the mountains. I fully rebuilt/renovated the inside and out in my spare time during the Covid lockdown. Our family of five (Mom/Dad + 7, 8, 10 year old) fit snugly but comfortably. This photo was taking during our first annual mountain trip; this year to Jasper, Alberta and Mount Robson, British Columbia.

#139 - Louis Genest

#140 - Scott SchillingUinta Range of Utah2017 Ford F 2502017 Cirrus 820Camera Used - iPhone 14We found this campsite along a 4x4 road up at high elevation in the Uinta Range of Utah. The views make it feel like the top of the world and we were treated to a fantastic sunset.

#140 - Scott Schilling

#141 - Laura RomineGrand Teton National Park, Wyoming2013 Ram 15002023 Tufport T76Camera Used - iPhoneWe took our first trip in the camper right after we got it to Grand Teton National Park! This was my first time going and I wish we had more time. We just pulled off the main road for a quick photo of the truck with the Tetons in the background.

#141 - Laura Romine

#142 - Justin TeagueMono County, Bridgeport, California2022 Chevy Silverado 35002008 Lance 951Camera Used - iPhone 12 proUnfortunately we were not able to go and camp as much as our family loves to over a summer. Work, crazy schedules got in the way. When we all finally had a free weekend we decided to hop in the truck and head over Highway 108 over the Sonora Pass. Once we were on the other side, we found this small USFS campground called Sonora Bridge Campground just off the highway.

#142 - Justin Teague

#143 - Janis BullockClarks Fork of the Yellowstone River Canyon rim, Wyoming2019 Chevy Silverado 3500 HD2020 Northern Lite 8-11EXCamera Used - Samsung S10We were long distant backpackers for decades, and now in our 70s we bought a truck and camper so we could continue to access the remote, wild, off-road places that call to us. We found this small dirt road that parallels the canyon and decided to check it out, and found it was a perfect spot to camp for a few nights; quiet, remote, beautiful and no one else in sight! We spent our days wandering the rim of the canyon, and afterward were grateful to return to such luxury and a comfortable bed, not worrying about the grizzly bears who roam the land.

#143 - Janis Bullock

#144 - Janis BullockDeath Valley National Park, California2019 Chevy Silverado HD 35002020 Northern Lite 8-11EXCamera Used - Samsung S10We often travel to Death Valley National Park in the winter for a change scenery from the long winters in the Rocky Mountains. Death Valley is the largest, driest, lowest and hottest national park in the US and we are drawn to the vast landscapes and geology, and its rugged, stark beauty. We seek out the few places where dispersed camping is allowed and wander the canyons and mountains where few people go. At night we sit alongside the camper and gaze at one of the darkest and largest night skies in the US. When we are tired we retreat into our cozy, comfortable camper. We are grateful that our truck/camper can get us into such magnificent locations.

#144 - Janis Bullock

#145 - Barry Pughnear Leadville, Colorado2022 Ford F1502022 Scout YohoCamera Used - NikonI went wheeling up Half Moon Gulch near Leadville, Colorado with the folks from Juniper Overland for their customer appreciation event. All the other rigs were mid-sized trucks with Alu Cabs. I had the only full size on the trip and the only Scout to make the journey up the trail.

#145 - Barry Pugh

#146 - Barry PughColorado2022 Ford F1502022 Scout YohoCamera Used - NikonI went to a customer appreciation event near Leadville, Colorado. The group went up Half Moon Gulch, all mid-sized trucks with Alu Cabs. I was the only full sized rig on the trail and the only Scout to make the pass up.

#146 - Barry Pugh

#147 - Barry PughLeadville, Colorado2022 Ford F1502022 Scout YohoCamera Used - NikonI went to a customer appreciation event with Juniper Overland in Leadville, Colorado. We wheeled up Half Moon Gulch. All the other rigs were mid-sized trucks and I had the only full sized and only Scout to ever go up the trail.

#147 - Barry Pugh

#148 - Gerald KyddAbraham Lake, Alberta2022 Ford F3501996 Northern Lite 8.5Camera Used - iPhone 8Returning from a trip in the British Columbia interior, we stopped for a couple of nights at one of our favorite boondocking locations on the shores of Abraham Lake. The lake rises and falls 100 feet over the season and our preferred location at Preachers Point was not yet flooded so we moved up the lake closer to where we could see the water and found this hard to access spot up on a hill. It took some work to get reasonably level including a large stepping stone for the foot of the steps. Our rig “La Tortuga” is all about being able to take our dog on our adventures unhindered by any accommodation restrictions.

#148 - Gerald Kydd

#149 - Matt WyattAlabama Hills, California2023 Silverado2022 Phoenix Pop Up Level 2Camera Used - iPhone 14 ProIt was our first trip of the warm season. We wanted to go somewhere somewhat close but away from the people of the city, so we picked the Alabama Hills off the 395. So much to see and do on that stretch of highway. Anyway, we drove around the area for a little while before finding the perfect spot. With a nice view of Mt. Whitney, we decided to call this spot home for the night. My girlfriend and I decided to go for a walk/hike/climb up the rock outcroppings so we could get a good lay of the land, and let me tell you, it was a view to behold. This picture has all of my favorite elements…desert, the Sierras, open landscapes and some clouds. I can’t wait to go back and catch the Alabamas with a little bit of snow on them this winter.

#149 - Matt Wyatt

#150 - Josh GouldPrince Edward Island2021 Ford F2502023 Scout KenaiCamera Used - iPhone 13This picture was taken our last night on PEI after a week of challenging weather. After a fun day in Charlottetown we found this serene place on the cliffs next to Seacow Lighthouse. The sunset was perfect for photographs of this epic location.

#150 - Josh Gould

#151 - Kent KregelMonument Rocks, west Kansas2011 Dodge Dakota2012 Northstar MC600Camera Used - Samsung s22We were headed back to Iowa from Colorado after the 4th of July family get together. We also stopped at Kansas Badlands State Park. Interesting places that you wouldn't expect to see in Kansas.

#151 - Kent Kregel

#152 - Bryan WilliamsDevils Tower, Wyoming2018 Ram 25002021 Capri RetreatCamera Used - Samsung phone

#152 - Bryan Williams

#153 - Bryan WilliamsBadlands, South Dakota2018 Ram 25002021 Capri RetreatCamera Used - Samsung phone

#153 - Bryan Williams

#154 - Bryan WilliamsBadlands, South Dakota2018 Ram 25002021 Capri RetreatCamera Used - Samsung phoneCamping at The Wall in the Badlands of South Dakota.

#154 - Bryan Williams

#155 - Will DanielMeat Cove, Nova Scotia1998 Toyota T-1002005 Four Wheel Camper EagleCamera Used - iPhone 10I took a road trip to Nova Scotia from North Carolina. I always wanted to see Meat Cove. It was a great campsite, great campground, great beach and a river below to take swim. It was one of many great spots in Nova Scotia’s Cabot trail.

#155 - Will Daniel

#156 - Scott HannafordArco, Idaho2018 Ram 25002021 Adventurer 89RBSCamera Used - Panasonic LumixThis sub sail is the preserved sail of the submarine USS Hawkbill. After being decommissioned in 2000, the monument was placed in the roadside Idaho Science Center to honor Arco’s long association with the Navy and the nuclear fleet in particular. Specifically, for just 60 minutes on July 17, 1955, Arco was the first city on Earth to be lit solely by nuclear electricity, thanks to the BORAX-III reactor at the Idaho National Laboratory (then called the National Reactor Testing Station). There is a museum there called ERB-1 great place to see. Lots of history there. We wanted to see Craters of the Moon and we were able to stop and see this monument and museum also. Lots of history here for naval buffs.

#156 - Scott Hannaford

#157 - Zachary RobinsonBonneville Salt Flats, Utah1997 Ford F3501997 Bigfoot 2500 9.6BCamera Used - PhoneAfter exploring the Dinosaur National Monument on the Utah/Colorado border we drove west (on our way back to Oregon) and ended up staying on BLM land bordering the western edge of the Bonneville Salt Flats. Whenever possible, we boondock and rarely stay in a campground. Upon arrival we had 50+ mph winds coming from the north so I oriented the truck to face into the wind so it wouldn't rock side to side. After enjoying my daughter’s favorite camping dinner (grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup) we went outside to watch the thunderstorms coming in from the west. I grabbed a few photos of the camper. Luckily the storms passed us to the south so we were able to enjoy the view without being blasted with lightning.

#157 - Zachary Robinson

#158 - Denise AntoshChilliwack, British Columbia2019 F350D2021 Northern Lite 8-11 EXLECamera Used - Samsung Galaxy S22This picture is of us camping in Chilliwack, British Columbia in extended family's backyard. We gathered to celebrate the life of a dear family member who passed.Fourteen of us traveled across four provinces to meet. We spent a wonderful week together, getting to know one another.

#158 - Denise Antosh

#159 - Pete GrabenstetterGoldpan Provincial Park, British Columbia 2013 Ram 35002016 Eagle CapCamera Used - iPhone 8I traveled north this summer through British Columbia Canada. This is a side of the road pull out after a long day of driving. I had the area to myself. This beautiful park next to the river provided a much welcome swim before dinner. This photo was taken coming back to the camper after enjoying the river.

#159 - Pete Grabenstetter

#160 - Dave RiddleBrooks Memorial State Park, Washington2015 Chevrolet Silverado2017 Host MammothCamera Used - SamsungWe were staying at Brooks Memorial State Park while enjoying time at Maryhill Museum, the Goldendale Observatory’s evening star presentation, and one of our favorite places for food, St. John's Bakery.

#160 - Dave Riddle

#161 - Douglas EdwardsWaterton Lakes National Park, Alberta2003 Chevy Silverado 15002000 Lance 810Camera Used - iPhone 8 plusIn between storms on a four week family road trip to Glacier, Jasper, Lake Louise with three teenagers stuffed into the back seat for 2800 miles of the Pacific Northwest. We went to a new campground almost every night.

#161 - Douglas Edwards

#162 - Matt BestCabot Trail, Nova Scotia, Canada2012 Ford F3502007 Palomino MaverickCamera Used - iPhoneMy girlfriend, Amber, and I moved to Canada from England with our hearts set on truck camper living and found our dream rig! We now call this camper home after living in it for five months. This photo came after four days of continuous rain in Nova Scotia. Although we missed seeing the scenery in the sun, if anything, the rain made it more spectacular! But what was even more spectacular was that the inside of the camper stayed dry. Bring on the winter!

#162 - Matt Best

#163 - John ShattuckDeschutes River in Oregon2022 Ford F-1502022 Four Wheel Camper HawkCamera Used - Samsung S22 UltraThis was a week long trip I took through Eastern and Southern Oregon between Mt. Hood and Bend.

#163 - John Shattuck

#164 - Debbie LucasDevils Tower, Wyoming2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD2018 Palomino Backpack Edition SS-550Camera Used - Phone-Samsung SM-S901U1This was part of our journey to see Yellowstone National Park and to celebrate our 41st Wedding Anniversary. We also had our two little dogs with us, ages 12 and 14 years old.We started out on May 1, 2023 from mid-Michigan. Our round trip journey ended of June 3, 2023, after an adventurous 5,500+ mile trip. Every night was spent in our popup truck camper and we loved it!Prior to this 33 night trip, the longest we had camped in our truck camper was seven days.Some of the places we visited along the way were Wisconsin Dells, Wall Drugs, Badlands, Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore, Needles Highway, Devils Tower, Yellowstone and Grand Tetons.We are ready to go again!

#164 - Debbie Lucas

#165 - Debbie LucasBadlands Interior, South Dakota2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD2018 Palomino Backpack Edition SS-550Camera Used - Phone-Samsung SM-S901U1This was part of our journey to see Yellowstone National Park and to celebrate our 41st Wedding Anniversary. We also had our two little dogs with us, ages 12 and 14 years old.We started out on May 1, 2023 from mid-Michigan. Our round trip journey ended of June 3, 2023, after an adventurous 5,500+ mile trip. Every night was spent in our popup truck camper and we loved it!Prior to this 33 night trip, the longest we had camped in our truck camper was seven days.Some of the places we visited along the way were Wisconsin Dells, Wall Drugs, Badlands, Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore, Needles Highway, Devils Tower, Yellowstone and Grand Tetons.We are ready to go again!

#165 - Debbie Lucas

#166 - Debbie LucasBadlands Interior, South Dakota2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD2018 Palomino Backpack Edition SS-550Camera Used - Phone-Samsung SM-S901U1This was part of our journey to see Yellowstone National Park and to celebrate our 41st Wedding Anniversary. We also had our two little dogs with us, ages 12 and 14 years old.We started out on May 1, 2023 from mid-Michigan. Our round trip journey ended of June 3, 2023, after an adventurous 5,500+ mile trip. Every night was spent in our popup truck camper and we loved it!Prior to this 33 night trip, the longest we had camped in our truck camper was seven days.Some of the places we visited along the way were Wisconsin Dells, Wall Drugs, Badlands, Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore, Needles Highway, Devils Tower, Yellowstone and Grand Tetons.We are ready to go again!

#166 - Debbie Lucas

#167 - Dale TourvilleShore of Green Bay on Lake Michigan in Oconto, Wisconsin2023 GMC 3500HD2015 Arctic Fox 811SCamera Used - iPhone 7+Camping and fishing the bay for the first time at great walleye fishery. Also, it’s the first camping trip for more than a weekend with this new-to-me camper and first time towing the boat with the camper. I made a few modifications to the truck with 7500 pound airbags, an HD rear sway bar, and a hitch extension. This was my maiden voyage and everything went fantastic. We are very happy to be joining the truck camper family and am looking forward to many more adventures.

#167 - Dale Tourville

#168 - John StefanoWarren, Pennsylvania2019 Ford F2502021 Cirrus 820Camera Used - PhoneI was meeting my friend for trout fishing at his camp in Tiona, Pennsylvania. It was a great weekend! Many trout were caught!

#168 - John Stefano

#169 - Hugh Redmon

#170 - Hugh RedmonBooger Red Hill, Colorado2007 Ford F3502012 Lance 850Camera Used - PhoneThis spot is one of my favorite free camping spots in Colorado. I've been there many times before. The scenery is amazing and there are campsites right on the edge of a hill that overlook a meadow with Booger Red Hill in the background. There is a really excellent hike to the top of the hill and great views of the surrounding area.I came across this campsite while researching free campsites on the internet. I knew that it was the perfect place for my truck camper because no travel trailer or fifth wheel can access it. You definitely need four wheel drive and when it rains, the rangers will close the gate to prevent access. It gets very slippery and muddy up there so check the weather before you attempt it.

#170 - Hugh Redmon

#171 - Hugh RedmonValley of the Gods, Utah2007 Ford F3502012 Lance 850Camera Used - iPhone 8I was inspired to visit Valley of the Gods due to a photo someone posted in my Facebook group

#171 - Hugh Redmon

#172 - George DuncanGoblin Valley, UtahFord F1502023 Four Wheel Camper HawkCamera Used - Oneplus 6T cellphoneWe were visiting Goblin Valley in Southern Utah, enjoying the incredible hoodoos and the valley in its entirety. It was a nice sunny day when we arrived, but the weather started turning. We realized that a rain storm was blowing in quite quickly, and we had not secured a campsite yet for the night. While we ran for our vehicle and hurried to leave the park, the wind picked up to a pretty good intensity. Looking over the maps, we decided to check out Temple Mountain area hoping to at least get out of the wind. Upon arriving at the campground, it seemed to be a little sheltered from the bulk of the wind so we set up camp for the night. After helping a couple kids who pulled in to the side of us to start a fire, I noticed how ominous the clouds looked with a light window back over Goblin Valley Park. I think the photo shows it quite nicely. The storm passed after a bit, and we enjoyed a nice evening while planning the next days' adventure.

#172 - George Duncan

#173 - George DuncanStanley, Idaho2019 Ford F1502023 Four Wheel Camper HawkCamera Used - Oneplus 6T CellphoneDuring the winter we had decided one trip we wanted to make was to the Stanley Lake area in Idaho, to take photos of the Milky Way over Mt McGowan peak. Post pandemic, securing a campsite was a bit of a feat, but with some perseverance after a few days we secured one for the upcoming July new moon. Born and raised in Idaho, I had somehow never been to this area. As we dropped down into the valley, we were blown away with the incredible beauty of the Sawtooth Peaks, the Salmon River, and the incredible vistas. Right before we got to the turnoff to the campground, I found this pullout and grabbed a few photos. We enjoyed a week in this beautiful area, camping in several different locations in the area.

#173 - George Duncan

#174 - George DuncanLong Canyon, Burr Trail, Utah2019 Ford F1502023 Four Wheel Camper HawkCamera Used - Oneplus 6THaving recently retired, we had planned on spending several weeks visiting the beautiful state of Utah. Unfortunately, due to the incredible amount of rain and snow Utah had received, we were unable to visit several of our planned areas in north and central Utah. However, the weather was nice in the southern part of the state, and we spent about four weeks visiting several incredible areas. We feel it would take several months to see all that Southern Utah has to offer. There are so many incredible landscapes to take in!While camping around the Escalante Grand Staircase area, we decided to drive the Burr Trail from Boulder down through Long Canyon and over the Burr Trail Switchbacks. One of the highlights of the drive, Long Canyon, was incredibly beautiful, and without many other visitors as well. At the east end of Long Canyon was the Overlook, looking toward Capitol Reef. We stopped to take in the sweeping vista before us, and snapped this photo of the rocky ridgeline above the canyon entrance. The drive onward down the switchbacks and back up to Capitol Reef was very long, and rough, but well worth the day spent driving it!

#174 - George Duncan

#175 - Dana HarrisonValley of the Gods, Utah2009 Ford F250 2021 Four Wheel Camper HawkCamera Used - Canon Mark IV, fixed 35mm lensWe left Paonia, Colorado that morning with my daughter, her boyfriend, and their dog following along in her little Ford Escape. Pulling into Hanksville, Utah, the air conditioner in my 2009 F250 died, and it was 103 degrees outside! After a hot and slow drive down to the Valley of the Gods turnoff because of road work, we finally were able to start looking for a campsite. We found one about 1/3 of the way through the loop about 250 yards to the west off the main road. We set up, got the Honda generator going so we could use the air conditioner in the camper, and began to settle into the evening. As the sun started to approach the horizon in the west, the light was spectacular, and I took some shots. We crammed four adults and the dog into the camper that night as it was too hot to have them sleep in the Escape!

#175 - Dana Harrison

#176 - Phil PereiraColorado2004 Ford F3502002 Bigfoot 10.6Camera Used - iPhone 13 Pro MaxThe storm was coming in and I marveled at the fact I would be safe from the storm and fish until the last moment.

#176 - Phil Pereira

#177 - Dana HarrisonValley of the Gods, Utah2009 Ford F2502021 Four Wheel Camper HawkCamera Used - Canon Mark IV, fixed 35mm lensWe left Paonia, Colorado that morning with my daughter, her boyfriend, and their dog following along in her little Ford Escape. Pulling into Hanksville, Utah, the air conditioner in my 2009 F250 died, and it was 103 degrees outside! After a hot and slow drive down to the Valley of the Gods turnoff because of road work, we finally were able to start looking for a campsite. We found one about 1/3 of the way through the loop about 250 yards to the west off the main loop. We set up, got the Honda generator going so we could use the air conditioner in the camper, and began to settle into the evening. As the sun started to approach the horizon in the west, the light was spectacular, and I took some shots. We crammed four adults and the dog into the camper that night as it was too hot to have them sleep in the Escape!

#177 - Dana Harrison

#178 - Terry O'ConnorFlight 93 National Monument, Pennsylvania2019 Chevy 3500 high country2008 Arctic Fox 1150Camera Used - PhoneOur trip started on August 20 and we were heading home on September 22 celebrating our 50th anniversary honeymoon.

#178 - Terry O'Connor

#179 - Greg CainCity of Rocks State Park, New Mexico2018 Ram 35002022 Cirrus 820Camera Used - PhoneThis was just a beautiful night in southern NM at City of Rocks State Park where the glow of a fire in our solo stove mesa off the rocks behind our camper really provided a neat photo opportunity. We like to go here in the winter to enjoy cool nights and days dry camping in the rock formations.

#179 - Greg Cain

#180 - Greg CainRaton, New Mexico2018 Ram 35002022 Cirrus 820Camera Used - Ulefone Power Armor 18tOn our way to the Grand Tetons to join some friends we stopped over at this neat little RV park at the top of Raton pass on New Mexico. Some pretty severe thunderstorms were blowing by to the south and provided quite a show with both lightning and clouds formations. As the storm moved out the sun lit up the clouds giving us some incredible photo opportunities with the rig.

#180 - Greg Cain

#181 - Jason PowellEstes Park, Colorado2019 Chevy 35002018 Lance 850Camera Used - PhoneThis photo was taken just outside Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. When we were on our way back to camp and saw Longs Peak (one of Colorado’s most popular 14ers), I knew I had to have a photo. This time year in the area is beautiful and not nearly as crowded during the week. There are a lot of cool places you can only camp in a truck camper! Safe travels.

#181 - Jason Powell

#182 - Yves SoucySmoky Mountain National Park2022 Ford F3502021 Palomino HS-750Camera Used - Galaxy s22This was our first trip with our camper and truck. We chose Smoky Mountain National Park. We spent four days there and it was great. We especially enjoyed camping at Balsam Mountain campground for the elevation and cooler temperatures. We also enjoyed the picnic areas of the park that had a nice canopy of trees and a beautiful creek running by. The truck and camper worked flawlessly. Had a great time!

#182 - Yves Soucy

#183 - Kevin MooneyHickman Pass, British Columbia2022 Ford F5502016 Eagle Cap 1200Camera Used - iPhone SEMy wife and I were down in Bella Coola for the music festival. Overnight a forest fire had started near the only highway that leads down into the valley. It had been a bad year for fires and it definitely got us nervous. In the morning I checked the weather forecast and it was calling for winds gusting from 40-60 K's all afternoon and overnight. That was enough for us to call it quits and start packing. We rounded up supplies before we left town, not knowing whether we would get out of the valley or not, and if fires shut down the roads again it might be a while before the food trucks could get back in. It is about an hour and a half drive from Bella Coola up a rather steep, narrow (one lane in places) and twisty gravel road before you crest the Hill at Hickman Pass. We started up the hill and it seemed fine till we rounded a corner and all you could see was smoke. I had checked our local highway report and it said the road was still open, so we pushed on. I saw a vehicle coming down the hill, managed to flag him down and ask is the road was still open. He said, “Not for long. Better get a move on

#183 - Kevin Mooney

#184 - Dawn ElsbreeEastern Highlands, Zimbabwe2019 Toyota Tacoma2019 Four Wheel Camper FleetCamera Used - Sony Alpha 6500After wild camping atop a granite knob, Spring has come to Zimbabwe.

#184 - Dawn Elsbree

#185 - Dawn ElsbreeDolomites, northern Italy2019 Toyota Tacoma2019 Four Wheel Camper FleetCamera Used - Pixel 6 ProEarly autumn dusting of snow arrives in the dolomites.

#185 - Dawn Elsbree

#186 - Andy ElsbreeSouthern Iceland2019 Toyota Tacoma2019 Four Wheel Camper FleetCamera Used - Pixel 6 ProÞórsmörk drive in southern Iceland has green craggy mountains as a continuous backdrop.

#186 - Andy Elsbree

#187 - Richard HixsonSnag Cove Campground, on Lake Roosevelt, in Washington state2021 Ram 35002022 Northern Lite 10-2 Limited EditionCamera Used - Samsung Galaxy 21 5G smartphoneWe live close to Lake Roosevelt, about an hour from our home and my wife and I absolutely love the different campgrounds on the lake. We have a boat and fish in the lake from the campgrounds. This campground is called Snag Cove and is a dry campground.

#187 - Richard Hixson

#188 - Richard HixsonSnag Cove boat launch on Lake Roosevelt, Washington2021 Ram 35002022 Northern Lite 10-2 Limited EditionCamera Used - Samsung Galaxy 21 5G smartphoneMy wife live within an hour of Lake Roosevelt in Washington state and we love to camp and use our boat on the Lake. This photo is our camper/truck on the boat launch, I'm taking the picture from our boat.

#188 - Richard Hixson

#189 - Wayne MagroCharlestown, Rhode Island2026 Chevy 3500HD2020 Arctic Fox 992Camera Used - Samsung S23We have access to a very special slice of heaven on the Rhode Island coast. Once you set up for the night or the week, the only care is making sure you catch the tide. Having the 992 is like having a hotel room with a million dollar view as the sunsets after a long day of fishing are second to none.

#189 - Wayne Magro

#190 - Wayne MagroMesa Verde, Colorado2016 Chevy 3500HD2020 Arctic Fox 992Camera Used - Samsung S23Foxes at Mesa Verde. We were leaving the visitor center at Mesa Verde National Park and we were greeted by another Fox. Ours is the 992 on the right. Nice to see other Fox owners enjoy the freedom a truck camper affords.

#190 - Wayne Magro

#191 - Wayne MagroSomewhere in South Dakota2016 Chevy 35002020 Artic Fox 992Camera Used - Samsung S23We were headed to the Badlands and pulled over along US90 to enjoy the approaching storm. It made a good break between Sioux Falls and the Badlands.

#191 - Wayne Magro

#192 - Evan PageBear Canyon Campground, Utah2020 Ford F2502022 Lance 855sCamera Used - PhoneIt was the first time camping at this location. It was 33 degrees the next morning. Leaves are changing and I loved the leaves, blue sky and clouds in this shot.

#192 - Evan Page

#193 - Scott MurrayJust North of the Arctic Circle2014 Toyota TundraNorthern Lite 8-4Camera Used - DJIThis is a spot we try to camp at every time we hit the Dempster. It’s just north of the Arctic Circle, and provides an incredible panorama of the area.

#193 - Scott Murray

#194 - Lance WendeGoosenecks State Park, Utah2022 RAM 55002023 Host Mammoth 11.6Camera Used - iPhone 13Pro MaxWe're full-timers and were on our way to Moab, Utah with friends for a few weeks of boondocking and needed to find somewhere to stop for a weeklong break. Wow! What a find! Though this is basically dry camping, it was $10/night and included pit toilets and trash. Once we pulled in and realized we could park right next to the cliff we were absolutely blown away! The sights were unbelievable and the night skies were incredible! For much of the week we were one of the only rigs there. Being close to Monument Valley, Mexican Hat, Valley of the Gods, Moki Dugway and Muley Point gave us plenty to explore after work while we were there for the week. This is one of our most memorable places to stay and we've been full-time for over five years.

#194 - Lance Wende

#195 - Lance WendeCastle View RV Park, Almo, Idaho2022 RAM 55002023 Host Mammoth 11.6Camera Used - iPhone 13Pro MaxThough this isn't technically an RV Park, it was once a running park and now privately owned and more like paid boondocking. We heard of it from friends who had previously stayed there and came highly recommended as a true getaway. There are no amenities and cost is $10/night but with a small general store within a mile that accepted packages (also the post office), had a propane filling station, washing machines, showers and also a ranger station nearby that had a trash dumpster and potable water, we had all we needed. The closest town, Burley, was about an hour away and had all the stores you could need. There was also a quaint restaurant within the same mile that we frequented during our two week stay. We had plenty to do in the area, being right at the entrance of City of Rocks, an extremely beautiful surprise! We even got to try rock climbing with another couple we met at the

#195 - Lance Wende

#196 - Lance Wende

#197 - Christine AlderGeitz Lake, Yorktown, South Australia2008 Isuzu NPR 4002013 Palomino SS-1251Camera Used - iPhone 8This shot was taken while exploring the pink lake trail on the lower half of the York peninsula in South Australia. There are several lakes to explore in the area. The color is caused by algae and bacteria (halobacteria) growing in the salt crust. They love high salt, low water and sunlight. September/October are the best times to view these lakes which are prone to drying out during the hot summer months.

#197 - Christine Alder

#198 - Ron SwengelPine Flats, near Lowman, Idaho2018 Chevrolet 35002019 Cirrus 920Camera Used - iPhone SEWe were on our way to the Northwest truck camper rally in Cascade, Idaho and spent a couple of nights at Pine Flats campground near Lowman, Idaho. It was a great place star gaze and relax before the rally.

#198 - Ron Swengel

#199 - Ron SwengelWinchester Idaho2018 Chevrolet 3500 2019 Cirrus 920Camera Used - iPhone SEWinchester State Park near the town of Winchester, Idaho was a stop in our Idaho loop this year. It was a stop for a couple nights with secluded spots.

#199 - Ron Swengel

#200 - Ron and Billie SwengelMonte Scarlatto winery, Benton City, Washington2018 Chevrolet 35002019 Cirrus 920Camera Used - iPhone SEMonte Scarlatto winery is our favorite Harvest Hosts spot. Sites are in the vineyard. The wine is great. Joel and the staff are friendly and the sunsets are spectacular.

#200 - Ron Swengel

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