Sightseeing Made Easy: One Minute Vanlife Setup in Arizona's Ruins, Petroglyphs, Graves
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
- One minute camp setup is a joy after an afternoon of exploring Arizona State Park’s petroglyphs, ancient people’s ruins, and Mormon graves.
Just minutes outside of Winslow, Arizona is the Homolovi Arizona State Park. It contains the ruins of the ancient Hopi peoples during the migratory periods between 1200 - 1300 AD. Over 4,000 acres of protected Park at an elevation of 4,900 feet, you can discover history, petroglyphs, and a wide variety of wildlife. The night sky will delight star gazers.
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Wow you were moving way too fast with your video in the visitors center. Also why didn't you pull down your screens on your windows? I'm assuming you have them...lol
Very nice review Scott! Looks like I've got a great spot to visit when I pick up my Embassy in Dec. and head west to " standing on the corner in Winslow AZ" ! 🤠🎼🎸
What you are driving across is called a “cattle” guard. It helps to contain animals/livestock but allows you to drive through without having to open and close (assuming visitors remember to close) gates. New to your channel and love traveling with you. We have a 31’ class C but I am intrigued with the B vans. Perfect for a solo traveler! Thanks for sharing with us.
Cattle grates...good to see U back on the road.....
Thx Creations !!!
Nice work...loving the Vlog style vids!
Yes sir. Thx for checking out the sneak peek for GSLL Patreon members
Really enjoyed this video, Scott!
Glad you enjoyed it!
You're never alone, you bring you're friends with you ...... Happy Trails😃
You got that right Billy
Fun episode! The freedom of driving class B van is that you experience the unexpected along the way!
thx !!
Stayed there several years ago. Loved that location but the wind can blow thru there. Safe travels and thanks for taking me back to that state park.
You bet
Loving the spontaneity! Really enjoying these travel videos showing the sights.
Those road grates are to keep cattle from entering or exiting the area.
Thank you, Catherine
Great video. My first night Crackerdocking somebody with an Airstream Interstate pulls in at midnight and then proceeds to run a generator all night and into the morning. To no one's surprise the vanity plate on the airstream was a contraction of "spoiled rotten." Now that I've gotten my van legs I can sleep like a baby right next to an 18-wheeler. Still looks like that was a nice campsite.
Not having to setup camp is just part of the tremendous flexibility class bs offer and volta is icing on the cake. My routine is to park, setup curtain, and turn on inverter. Takes about the same amount of time.
thx for sharing Steve… thrilled to have you as our Guest on WuW to share you story
If I'm road tripping and see a sign. Damnit I'm stopping and taking a look. Thats the best part of the road trip. No plans no time.
well done
Great find Scott. Very interesting location.
Thanks 👍
It’s been a while since I have seen a cattle guard. Great find! Non electric/no generator and a good night sky. Awesome.
Glad you enjoyed it
Great video... really shows the serendipity of travel in an RV! You really do see and do more with RV travel. BTW... I think I'd stay with the RV instead of a Kiva! And it looks like your Volta system saved the day again! I'm sure you had to sacrifice so much to be able to afford this system, as they do cost, but that sacrifice pays for itself in the long run. We did the same with our Embassy Class B. We decided early on, if we were going to do this, we were going all in. We could have bought a Class C for much less than our Class B, and it would have even afforded more interior space, but the long term sacrifices would be just too great. It's all about how you use your money, not how much you actually have. We've had to build up our savings all over again, but the opportunities we have been afforded, the blessings of travel and meeting new people who become fast friends.......... priceless. Be seeing you!
well said, as always
Great hat, Scott! Let us know when you're in Michigan!
Thanks! Will do!
Great video Scott! This is how I want to travel! I have a Coachmen Beyond 22C Li3 AWD! Journey on! 😊
Right on!
The metal structure you drove over is a cattle guard. You will find them allover AZ, even at every freeway entrance and exit.
Jimmy… thx!
Loved the pace of this one! Felt like we got to explore the state park and kept our interest the whole time. Chris and I were taking bets on what your camp set up was going to look like.......We called it! Ours is the same!
Howdy Beyond Intention. Thx for comment on your sneak peak of the video. It is releasing soon.
Thanks for a nice report. As a fellow Travato owner I do enjoy hearing about new overnight stops. Right on to highlight worry free dry camping thanks to being lithium powered. "Keep On Trucking" as they said in the late 60ties. Be safe. Karl TRV59kl
Well said Karl
Hi Scott, we stayed there for a few days on our cross country trip and found it very interesting.
Very cool!
Loved the video! Did you stop to see petrified forest national park ? We were Just there. Park most resembles the Badlands. I loved the Old hotel and the painted Desert. We stayed at a Hipcamp out in the desert right next to the park, which was very nice. Our host and his three kids brought us a huge amount of wood and built a gigantic fire for us… Gratis ! State park you were at was interesting place… Isn’t it nice to travel on your own so you can take the time with whatever interest you? Hey, you didn’t need lithium after all ? With my Jackery, I’m not missing it with shoulder season travel because I’m out driving my van every day and never run out of power. I think you should head out in a van without lithium and see how you do. Anyway, I love your channel and I think you’re an exceptional host for your program.
Hi Karin. working on video ideas without lithiym
thx for the tour! cool video.
Glad you enjoyed!
Love this video, Scott. Keep on keepin' on!
More to come!
I have a '22 Ekko, and basically do the same thing you do when we make camp. We just go one further and very rarely stay anywhere we have to pay to camp. With solar, 640 amps battery, second alternator, 50 gal. Of water, and a second cassette for toilet, we are good for 5 to 8 days with 2 people. And at 23ft, we can also park most anywhere.
excellent
Regarding our set up, we have a similar set up. We have a Scope 18M. Pull in, engine off, brake set. The only additional steps we might add, weather permitting, is for outdoor cooking, relaxing, etc.
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment !
The volcanic structure is the remains of a volcano. The last lava cools in the throat of the volcano making a solid plug of basalt. This wears very slowly, and over time, the slopes wear away. There is lots of wind erosion in that area. Devil's Monument is the best example in the US.
Thx Debbie
You really made us travel with you. Thanks, very much!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Neat place. Love your new vlogging style! One of these days Tim and I hope to upgrade our K to a GL. But in the meantime, we still enjoy our non-lithium. I'm taking it back to Colorado in a couple of weeks for some cooler weather. No generator required at 9,000 ft.
thx Kim
Hello Scott another well recorded video. All of us definitely appreciate it. Even though we're just starting our journey we can't wait to try to catch up to you , We will definitely keep our eyes open for those brown signs.
You can do it!
I'm following your lead, my dream van is the Embassy RV with the back porch addition! I hope they continue to make them on the ProMaster Chassis and if not I can be perfectly happy with Ford all wheel drive.
Thanks for watching and commenting !
Scott, we loved this video about your camping setup, quick and easy along with the sights at the Homolovi State Park. Definitely will stop at Homolovi State Park for the night in the near future. Liked the Meteorite Crater video too. Simi Gee
Glad you enjoyed it Simi Gee. Be sure to stop in Winslow and Urban Camp there. Do not miss the La Posda Hotel either, super aweseom
Cattle guard.... Or bison, lol!
Ty
Wow we have the same camp set up 😆! Definitely want to slow my pace on the next trip through AZ so I can visit more places!
So cool!
Great video Scott. We love our 59KL. Your drivers seat is still looking good for your usage. I hope the back doors are sealing perfect after the accident in Ft Worth. I agree with you about generators. We have had a few bad experiences parked next to others with them. Both noise and air pollution. We have had to move on both instances. Party on dude !!
Party on Mark
Great pace to this video Scott. Lot of interesting info in a short span of time. That is the same way we set up camp. Love our Volta system. Prior two RVs had generators. We did not use them much. Very concerned about spoiling the peace and serenity of those around us with generator noise and fumes.
thx Jane n R ;)
Great video! I’m all for Volta and the versatility it brings to the travel experience, and the main reason the L versions of Travatos are the gold standard.
Totally agree!
That was the attraction to a Nova B van for myself and wife ; the one minute set up. After using both a t.t. and fifth wheel we got tired of the setup and breakdown hassles. The B van allows us a fairly quick in and out along with easier driving and 17 m,p,g. gas mileage. Many times we only hook up to power if offered. The newer Onan fuel injected generators along with the Truma air conditioners ( some a/c s are very loud) make for a fairly quite camping presence . Interesting to know no electricity means no generators !
thx Charles
Hey...you didn't put the bed down! I too have a Travato G and I love it. I have a 2014 so the battery isn't as powerful as yours. Thanks for your inspiration!
was not time for bed… we were sightseeing!
Hi Scott,
It's a cattle guard
Thanks Phil
It may take me a few minutes longer to set up camp because I have 2 pug dogs that travel with me but I also have a lithium system so no hookups needed. I just spent two weeks camping on the coast of CA and only started the vehicle twice. Love my B van Coachman Beyond.
Beyond Li3 !!!
LOVE IT! LOL! Looks like a cool stop. Hard to believe it was under water and that people farmed the land. How was the dark sky?
went to bed to early LOL
Great video thanks for posting. Im new to your channel. You might have already answered these 2 questions but. 1. Is your van lifted and 2. What are your aftermarket tires and their size? Thanks! Btw, I have a 23 Travato K. Agree on the one minute setup! Best rv ever!
Van is lifted 3”. Tires and wheel are OEM size, with Goodrich K02 all terrain tires installed
this was a fun vid to watch and got some arm chair sight seen in to.... nice. Scott, a question.... have any of the RV makers ever thought of putting in a bidet over their toilets? unless i'm cluess it it seems like a no brainer. the only down side i reckon would be filling up the waste tank a bit quicker. but man that would make keeping "clean" so much easier . a full on shower would be needed less often.
i actually have a hand held squeeze bottle that i use instead of paper and it so much nicer. learned this after having surgery.
anyhoo,.... i would love to see one on these things. we are still trying to figure out what van rv to choose as our needs are dif. we have an adult special needs son w/special diet so are looking to exchange my normal van into one of these instead.
thanks for any thoughts. on the above.
Hi Careful
Love your channel. Just noticed you have the screen door slider on your rig. We have the same product on our Thor Sequence which is just a clone of your Travato. Have you had any problems with it ?? Ours broke twice and we are getting the run around from GeneralRV about fixing it. There service department sucks big time.
No trouble Dennis
We have a Class B with Volta and 12,100 useable Watt-Hours of onboard power! Yeah!
Power On !!!
Hi Scott, loved this video. Wondering where you are headed. Any chance we'll see you here in California? Your website still shows you in Colorado. All the best.
Hi Craig. In UT now. Heading into ID, then eaastern WA
The name is fitting
Thx David
Scott, we have a Winnebago Solis and are considering getting the lift kit. I know you’re had yours for some time. How’s it working out? Are you glad you got it? Any problems with it? Does it make the van feel tipsy? Love your channel. STAY💯👍👍👍mike an Lugina R. in NC
I love it VinV… my travato has exceeded expectations, now nearly completed 5 years living in the van
I think I would like the Travato 59KL orCoachman Nova 20RB.
Thanks for watching and commenting !
Enjoyed your video. Yes, burros can be small a$$es!
LOL
A 21’ 4wd Phoenix cruiser Rv is my rig ( video up on my channel ) and I will be adding a lot of lithium and removing the generator. Battle born batteries and dragonfly are making a kit to replace you gen with a complete lithium package 😊. For myself, unlike Scott😂 am not afraid of donkey harassment on BLM land so that was why we got what we did. Great video Scott ✌🏼
T S M !!
The grates are called anmal crossings, to keep hooved animals from crossing it.
Yes!
Cattle grates to keep cattle off the road.
yes !!! thx
Hi Scott. Did you ever do a tour of alumavan.?
haven’t found one yet
Where is this? I go that direction pretty often would like to try that camp site
Near Winslow AZ
Just curious how often you use levelling blocks, if ever?
never
You were crossing cattle guards
Ohio Sharon !!!
Hi Scott, just started enjoying and learning from your videos. We bought the Travato 2023 KL in late April but have only used it locally so far. That is about to change in the week or so because we will be traveling across country to see my family (from Nevada to PA). My question for is is how do you keep your camp spot when you travel from it to do your day activities? Since you are traveling with a van and don’t need a separate vehicle, we are wondering, will our spot be taken if we move for the daily trips or do you put out a placard or something? Thanks!
If you have a reservation you spot should be saved. If camping on dispersed BLM land, I am not yoru greatest resource at this point. Some say put a chair or something to mark you spot
Really want storyteller not sure beast mode or stealth and add high idle from mid-city also getting a laveo toilet with a canyon adventure van storage system 😎
STO is a sweet rig
How do you keep your plants from falling or sliding?
Use mounting putty tape. Gorilla brand is the best I have found
Those grates are Cattleguards.
yes !
Do you know if they're going to start putting diesel engines into Travato's...
Doubt it… that is a Ram Fiat Corp of USA thing, not an RV thing
@@gosmall.livelarge Darn!😔
A wider lens would make these good videos even better. I'm getting dizzy sometimes with the fast-moving angles. Good stuff, otherwise.
Thanks for the tip
Cattle gate. Keeps the livestock in the pastures.
Linda, thx !
really fast setup
yep !
$20 or less is a total deal
Agree with you
Cattle guard
yes !!!
Keep the cows from roaming off. They won’t walk on that.
yes !
there is nothing wrong with running a generator.... during normal (non-quiet) hours. I know you love your volta but not everyone has or can afford that technology. You are gatekeeping and excluding people who aren't as wealthy as you are.
Hi Rashnak66. Thx for your comment. However, I disagree with you in the scenario I talked about. If one is the non-electric site to save a buck only to run your generator for electricity annoying all the RV neighbors that chose those sites specifically for peace and quiet in nature, that generator owner needs to be called out. And I have State Park Ranger instruct the camper to turn off their generator off. As to being wealthy, I am not. As to making to deliberate choice about spending the $$ to get the freedom and quiet that my Volta system provides, I sacrificed elsewhere to pay for that decision. Rather than gate keep in and excluding as you state, I try to help RV buyers think through why and how they want to travel to get their most enjoyment so they make the right decision. My rant is over, but your comment required more than a Thanks.
@@gosmall.livelarge Scott- THIS park may have generator noise restrictions (not listed on web site, btw!) but 99% don't. I was in a state park running my generator at 10am when this lady comes up to me and starts insisting I leave the park. I tell her to go read the sign which said generators allowed 8am-8pm. She runs to the park ranger and tried to get me kicked out. That didn't happen but it certainly soured everyone's mood. I'd love to not need the generator and I paid ten thousand dollars extra for Thor's lithium system but it never worked and Thor couldn't fix it before the warranty ran out so I'm stuck needing the generator. YOU may not have been that karen who tried to get me kicked out but your comment sure sounded like it. My point is- have a little symphathy for others and realize that people make noise, parks mean people and some noise is to be expected in a park whether that means screaming kids or a generator.