Space Inspired Trails
For families looking for out-ofthe-world fun, Fleetwood RV has curated a list of four destinations that deliver a space odyssey.
Fleetwood RV is one of the most-established brands in the motorhome industry that’s ideal for families. The Bounder® 35GL from Fleetwood RV is a new floorplan that features four distinct zones, making it feel like a “traditional” home. It includes space at the front for work and entertainment, a mid-ship open concept kitchen, a split lavatory with a private water closet, and a spacious master bedroom. In addition to the master, the RV has a sleeper sofa and an optional dropdown loft bed so the RV can sleep up to six children and adults. Once the RV is packed, travelers can hit the road to take in views of planets, walk on a moon-like surface, chat with an astronaut, and learn more about life beyond the stars. Please note: each location has been researched but be sure to call ahead to confirm hours of operation, advance ticketing requirements, and other relevant details.
Griffith Park Observatory
The easiest way to add some outer space to your next road trip is to visit a city with an observatory. Griffith Park Observatory is a stunning building and campus, admission is free, and it’s smack dab in the heart of Los Angeles,
an actual space shuttle launch while you’re in the area.
which means an endless list of things to do when you’re done looking at and learning about the stars.
Kennedy Space Center
History buffs and space nuts alike should point their RVs towards Merritt Island, Florida, home to the legendary Kennedy Space Center. You could easily spend a week working your way through all of the attractions, from exploring the actual equipment used in missions to learning about the history, and even going through some astronaut training yourself! And if you time the trip right, you might be able to catch
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Craters of the Moon Monument and National Preserve If you want a vacation destination that feels like another planet entirely, look no further than Idaho. Specifically, the Craters of the Moon Monument and National Preserve. According to an official website, “the monument preserves around 53,500 acres of volcanic formations and lava flows on the northern rim of the Snake River Plain in south central Idaho.” The result is a wonderfully weird terrain that you’ll never forget.
Roswell, New Mexico
A list of out-of-this-world destinations wouldn’t be complete
