10 Hunter-Trusted Rifle Calibers That Deliver Results

Above, Wiinchester .30-30 cartridges. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

 

As I am not a hunter, I would not be the one to ask what rifle calibers deliver the best results.

However, Bushcraft Base Camp has posted their list of rifle calibers they feel do deliver the best results and why.

They begin with:

For generations, hunters have relied on certain rifle calibers that consistently deliver dependable results in the field. While new cartridges appear regularly, a handful of proven calibers continue to stand out because of their balance of power, accuracy, and versatility. These cartridges earned their reputations through decades of real-world hunting across forests, mountains, plains, and open farmland. Experienced hunters understand that choosing the right caliber is not just about raw power but also about manageable recoil, reliable performance, and effective terminal ballistics on game animals. A well-chosen cartridge allows a hunter to make clean, ethical shots while maintaining confidence in the rifle’s capabilities.

To read more, go here. 

How To Refinish A Wood Rifle Stock

How to Refinish a Wood Rifle Stock (Step-by-Step Restoration) video by Ron Spomer Outdoors.

Summary:

Over time, even the best hunting rifles show wear—especially in the stock. Scratches, faded finish, and hard use can leave a once-beautiful piece of walnut looking tired.

In this video, Ron Spomer walks through the process of refinishing a traditional wood rifle stock, step by step. This restoration focuses on simple techniques that can bring new life back to a well-used hunting rifle.

We cover:

Removing the old finish

Sanding and preparing the wood

Applying a new finish

Tips for achieving a durable, classic look

A good rifle can last generations, and sometimes a little careful restoration is all it takes to bring it back.

Legal Ways To Reduce Taxes On Precious Metals

Above, 1964 Kennedy Half dollars. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

With silver rising in the spot price market, collectors and investors have to be mindful of what the Internal Revenue Service wants during tax reporting time.

Economic Times posted an article how to reduce one's tax burden on precious metals.

They posted:

IRS tax rules for silver and gold: 

Silver’s surge past $90 an ounce has grabbed attention as gold climbed toward $5,300 in 2025 and 2026. Demand tied to the green economy, including heavy silver use in high-efficiency solar panels and the fact that EVs require roughly twice as much silver as gas-powered cars, has helped drive the rally, as per a report. 

How the IRS Taxes Silver and Other Precious Metals: The 28% Collectible Tax Rule Explained

But taxes can take a large share of those profits. The IRS treats physical precious metals differently from stocks, and profits may be taxed at rates of up to 28% or more.

Silver is a capital asset, meaning any profit from selling it must be reported on Schedule D of your federal tax return, as per the Yahoo Finance report.

Many investors assume holding silver for more than a year qualifies for the same long-term capital gains rates as stocks. However, the IRS classifies physical metals such as silver bars, rounds, and coins as collectibles.

If silver is held for one year or less, profits are taxed as ordinary income, which can be as high as 37% depending on your tax bracket.

If it’s held longer than a year, the gain is still taxed at your ordinary income rate but capped at 28%.

The article then goes on to tell how the tax burden can be reduced.

To read the full article, go here. 

Winchester Model 94 Range 2 By Hickok45

Winchester Model 94 Range 2 video by Hickok45.

Summary: 

A return engagement with my  Winchester 94 .30-30, which is a Pre 64 model.

 

13 Guns Overlooked For Years And Are Suddenly Hard To Find

Above, the Winchester 94 made the list. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Today's guns aren't all that exciting to me. My preference are those guns of yesteryear that are now considered classics. 

A lot of them did not attract much attention over the years but collectors are now seeking many of them out. 

Bushcraft Base Craft posted a list of 13 guns that were overlooked for years but are now suddenly hard to find.  

They begin with:

Some firearms spend years sitting quietly on store shelves without attracting much attention. They may be overshadowed by trendier designs, newer technology, or simply stronger marketing from competing brands. Over time, however, shooters rediscover certain models for their reliability, practicality, or historical value. When that rediscovery happens, demand can rise quickly. Suddenly, the same gun that was once easy to find becomes difficult to track down. Collectors, enthusiasts, and practical shooters begin searching for them again. The following firearms are examples of models that were once overlooked but are now attracting renewed attention in the market.

To see what they are, go here. 

Quicksand In Popular Recreation Area

Above, Frankenstein's monster (Glenn Strange) and Dr. Niemann (Boris
Karloff) in quicksand in House of Frankenstein (1944). Universal Pictures.

When I was a kid, it seemed like a lot of movies of that era had a fixation on quicksand. One in particular was not really quicksand, but rather a way to trap humans into an alien spaceship. That movie was Invaders From Mars (1953). It was creepy.

The National Park Service has issued a warning about quicksand at a popular recreational area.

RV Travel posted the following:

The National Park Service is warning travelers heading to public lands in the Southwest about a potential hazard they may not expect: quicksand. Officials at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, which spans the Utah–Arizona border, say quicksand has recently been found near shorelines and in drainage areas throughout the park. Be careful!

Daylight Savings Time

It's that time of year again!

Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, March 8, at 2 a.m. local time. 

So spring forward one hour!

The Levergun Bum Field Review: Winchester Model 9422M

The Levergun Bum Field Review: Winchester Model 9422M "WinTuff" video by The Levergun Bum.

I have been on the lookout for a Winchester Model 9422, which is the .22 cal. version of the Winchester 94. I have contacted a gun shop in Albuquerque and asked them to notify me if they should have one available. I have a Winchester 94 in .30-30 that is pre-64. I would like one in a lower cost caliber.

Summary:

The Levergun Bum presents a field review of a Winchester 9422M chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (WMR). 

Manufactured from 1972 through 2005, the Winchester 9422 series epitomized Winchester's determination to return to producing quality firearms following the company's decision in the early 1960s to reduce product quality in favor of cost savings. Now, nearly twenty years after Winchester's plant closure in 2006, Winchester 9422s are as popular as ever, demanding nearly triple or quadruple their original MSRP.  The 9422M reviewed  in this video features "WinTuff" wood furniture, a black chrome bluing, a Tasco 4 x 32 telescopic sight, and is in mint condition. 

 

Surprise Snow

A little surprise awaited me this morning.

A few minutes ago, I was putting some clothes in the dryer when I looked out the window and noticed about 1/4 inch layer of snow on the garage roof.

I wasn't expecting snow today, so it is a surprise. But I am not complaining, we can use it.

I took this shot:

The National Weather Service has this forecast for Jamestown this weekend:

Today

A 20 percent chance of snow showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 44. West wind 10 to 15 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 18. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Saturday

Mostly sunny, with a high near 51. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the morning.

Saturday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 21. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Sunday

Sunny, with a high near 59. Light and variable wind becoming northwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.

Sunday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 26.

"Ultimate Time" For RVs On Route 66

Above, burros strolling on Route 66 in Oatman, Arizona. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Since 2026 is the centennial year of Historic Route 66, celebrations will be held along its route. This provide a great opportunity for travelers, especially RVers, to explore "The Mother Road".

RV Lifestyle posted an article that this is the "ultimate time" for an RV adventure on Route 66.

It begins with:

In 2026, America’s most legendary highway turns 100 years old, and Route 66 is preparing for a celebration unlike anything travelers have seen before. Stretching more than 2,400 miles from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, this historic roadway, known as America’s Mother Road, has captured the spirit of freedom, exploration, and adventure for generations.

For RV travelers especially, the Route 66 Centennial is more than a milestone. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the road at its most vibrant, restored, and alive.

To read more, go here. 

Conservatives, Liberals Unite On SCOTUS Gun Case

It has been said that "politics makes strange bedfellows" over the years.

But a Supreme Court case involving a pot-user's Second Amendment rights is now before the court. It appears that the justices might side with marijuana users. Conservatives and liberals seem united in defending a weed-smoker's Second Amendment rights.

The Chicago Sun-Times reported:

A Texas man’s case illustrates the potential for common ground between right-leaning critics of gun control and left-leaning critics of the war on drugs.

Under federal law, millions of Americans are committing felonies right now because they own guns and use marijuana, even if they live in states that have legalized the drug. There is nothing unconstitutional about that baffling situation, a Trump administration lawyer assured the Supreme Court on Monday, because cannabis consumers are analogous to “habitual drunkards,” who historically could be confined to workhouses or mental institutions.

Most of the justices, including both Republican and Democratic appointees, seemed skeptical of that claim. Their agreement reflected the trans-partisan alliances inspired by this case, which illustrates the potential for common ground between right-leaning critics of gun control and left-leaning critics of the war on drugs.

The case, which sits at the intersection of those two policies, involves Ali Hemani, a Texas man who was charged with illegal gun possession in 2023 after an FBI search of his home discovered a Glock 19 pistol, about 2 ounces of marijuana, and less than a gram of cocaine. Hemani admitted that the gun was his, and that he smoked marijuana a few times a week, which would have been enough to convict him.

To read the full article, go here. 

Turkey Hunters Trending To Smaller Gauge Shotguns

Above, the Mossberg 500E shotgun. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

A few years ago, I discovered a Mossberg 500E .410 Pump Shotgun that was in a gun case my dad left. I didn't know I had it until I unzipped the case.

I took it out to the shooting range not too long after and I worked great. 

It appears that people in my age group (I'm at the "youthful" age of 72) are moving towards .410 shotguns for turkey hunting. 

The Arkansas Democrat Gazette posted an article on this.

It begins with:

Willie Johnston of Hamburg is a traditionalist hunter, but he embraces the .410-bore shotgun for turkey hunting.

Johnston, 72, represents an evolution in the turkey hunting retail market. An older demographic of hunters is gravitating to smaller, lighter guns with less recoil.

Johnston said he is impressed with the tight patterns his Stevens 301 prints at conventional turkey hunting distances. The red dot sight that came with the package assures him that his shot will be true.

"Wherever you put that dot is where it's going to hit," Johnston said. "You don't have to worry about pulling off or your sights not being aligned just right. Just put that dot on his head and shoot."

Nathan Dunn, owner of Dunn's Sporting Goods in Pevely, Mo., acknowledged the trend in the Midwest.

"The last few years we've sold a lot more sub-gauge guns, a lot of 20-gauges and a lot of .410," Dunn said. "A lot of hunters are getting older. They're tired of packing around that big 12-gauge."

To read the full article, go here. 

Gun Cleaning Kits

Above, Winchester rifle and shotgun cleaning kits. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

I have about five Hoppe's gun cleaning kits that I have bought over the years. Some are for pistols, rifles and shotguns.  

I've noticed that the newer kits I have purchased have more cheaply made rod end accessories. They have broken while inside gun barrels. Usually, I can get them out of the barrels with a wire clothes hangar (apologies to Joan Crawford). I had one break inside a Winchester Model 62A .22 rifle the other day. I couldn't get it out with a hangar. So, reluctantly, I shot it out. Luckily, the rod end accessory wasn't wedged in. 

I have some Winchester cleaning kits and those are far better made. I bought them in Lake Havasu a couple of years ago as they were on sale. I finished the cleaning job with the Winchester rifle cleaning kit.

In the future, I'll stick with the Winchester kits and just use the Hoppe's gun oil and cleaning solvent. 

SILVER STACKERS SWARM BULLION DEALER AS WAR ERUPTS!

SILVER STACKERS SWARM BULLION DEALER AS WAR ERUPTS! by Yankee Stacking.

Summary:

In this video my bullion dealer is swamped by both buyers and sellers of silver and gold as war erupts!  The lines grow quickly and the parking lot fills as silver buyers come from all across the state to see my bullion dealer!   A big drop in the spot price of silver and gold draws people in when the coin shop first opens and Tim can't leave until after 5:30 in the evening!  Is the war with Iran going to suppress the price of silver and gold or are we about to see a massive spike in the spot price of precious metals.  Silver usually goes down with the stock market on geo-political events, but this drop in spot price was a buying opportunity for these stackers.  Watch and see customers buy bullion from Tim Marschner of the Coin and Stamp Shop in what could be the beginning of a major war-driven volatility!  I also ask customers if President Trump's actions in Iran are "America First"!  These are unprecedented times requiring us to stack precious metals.  Protect yourself from out-of-control governments, evil central banks, and the failing US dollar's grip as the world's reserve currency.  Make sure you build a stack of silver rounds, silver bars, silver coins, and gold coins as essential barter and wealth preservation!

 

Top 10 Lever Action Rifles of 2026 – Classic Meets Modern Power

Top 10 Lever Action Rifles of 2026 – Classic Meets Modern Power video by Gear Insider.

Summary:

Looking for the the best Lever Action Rifles of 2026? Look no further!

Check out our top 10 Lever Action Rifles 2026:

➤ 10. Henry All-Weather Lever Action .45-70

➤ 9. Henry Big Boy

➤ 8. Browning BLR Lever Action Rifle

➤ 7. HENRY X MODEL .38 SPECIAL

➤ 6. Marlin Dark Model 336

➤ 5. Henry Side Gate Lever Action Rifle

➤ 4. Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Short Rifle

➤ 3. Winchester 1873 Sporter Octagon

➤ 2. Winchester Model 94

➤ 1. Uberti 1866 YELLOWBOY

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Lever action rifles, a classic in firearm design, embody a rich heritage and a unique operating mechanism. Levering a round into the chamber with each cycle, they offer quick follow-up shots and a distinctive nostalgic charm. Renowned for their reliability and ease of use, lever action rifles have found favor in both historical and contemporary contexts. Whether for hunting or sport shooting, they remain a beloved choice, blending traditional aesthetics with functional effectiveness.

 

11 Classic Firearms Still Hold Their Power

While there have been many firearms produced over the decades, only a few are distinctive due to their designs and firepower. 

Bushcraft Base Camp posted their list of 11 classic firearms that still to this day hold their power.

They begin with:

These 11 classic firearms still hold their power because their original designs prioritize absolute reliability and functional excellence over fleeting modern trends. While technology changes with every passing year, these legendary tools continue to provide exceptional performance for both collectors and active marksmen throughout the entire country today. Many enthusiasts find that the balance and the history of these specific models offer a unique satisfaction that newer polymer alternatives often lack during regular practice. Understanding why these iconic weapons remain relevant helps a person appreciate the timeless engineering and the cultural impact of traditional and very durable craftsmanship.

To see their list of firearms, go here. 

"EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert" Review

Yesterday, I went to the Red Rock 10 Theaters in Gallup to see the new Baz Luhrmann EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert movie. It is a documentary/concert film. Afterwards, I went to Jerry's Café for dinner before heading home.

The movie focused Presley's early residency at the International Hotel in Las Vegas (circa 1969) and some arena concerts circa 1971-1972.  

Reviews of the movie have been raving and, quite frankly, it didn't disappoint. The only narration was by Presley himself and not any talking heads of commentators. 

Much of the footage I had never seen before. The sharpness and color were great, as if the footage was shot only recently. What really impressed me was the sound. The theater had a great surround system and make one almost feel as if they were in the showroom. 

I was thinking during the movie that it was too bad my mother wasn't alive to enjoy it. She was the big Elvis fan in the family. 

I have to give this movie a strong A+ grade. 

15 Classic Hunting Rifles That Are DISAPPEARING

15 Classic Hunting Rifles That Are DISAPPEARING – Keep These at All Costs! video by The Gun Warehouse.

Summary:

Some hunting rifles don’t disappear because they failed  they disappear because the industry moved on. In this video, we break down 15 classic hunting rifles that are quietly vanishing from the market, starting with the legendary Winchester Model 70, the early production Remington Model 700, and the discontinued Browning A-Bolt. 

Collectors and serious hunters know the truth supply is now permanently fixed. Clean, early-production examples are moving into private collections and rarely returning to the open market. Whether it’s Pre-64 controlled round feed actions, early-era machining quality, or discontinued bolt designs, these rifles represent a generation of manufacturing that is slowly fading away.

Gas Prices Start Their Seasonal Climb

About a week ago, I filled my car's gas tank and the price was $2.279 per gallon in Gallup, New Mexico (photo above).

Since then, the price of unleaded regular in the area fluctuated anywhere between $2.59 to $2.79 per gallon. Still, that is a lot better than paying Commiefornia's ridiculous prices.

According to an article in RV Travel, this is the time where gasoline prices start their seasonal climb.

They begin with:

Gas prices have started their annual spring climb—and, yes, we’re right on schedule.

According to AAA, the national average price for regular gasoline has edged higher as refineries begin switching to summer-blend fuel and spring travel demand builds. It happens most years. It rarely feels good when it does.

The increase so far looks modest. But it signals a shift RVers know well: Once March arrives, pump prices tend to drift north.

 To read more, go here.

7 Tips For Camping With A Cat

Above, Sierra on her first RV trip to Yosemite National Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

My cat Sierra was eight months old when I first took her on a RV camping trip to Yosemite National Park. 

She handled the trip just fine and now that she's over 10 years old, with plenty of RV travels under her belt (or, rather, collar) she does just fine. 

RV Travel has posted an article with a video with seven trips for camping with a cat. Some I agree with some I don't, based on my experience. 

The article begins with:

In the video below, we join Ashley, aka The Tennessee Wanderer, for some handy tips about camping with a cat. Ashley and her cat, Rupert, (and a dog too) travel in a tiny restored fiberglass U-Haul trailer. If she can make camping with a cat work in that tiny space, I think anyone can.

In the video, she shares some things that worked for her and some that didn’t. 

To read more and see the video, go here. 

Don't Buy A Lever Action Rifle Until You See These 9 Options

 Don't Buy A Lever Action Rifle Until You See These 9 Options video by Gun Hunter.

Summary:

Forget the cowboy cosplay and old-school nostalgia—we are ranking the Top 9 BEST Lever Action Rifles in 2026! (The #1 Spot Will Make You Mad) based on cold, hard capability and modern performance. From tactical Henry lever action setups and modern lever action rifles built for suppressors to classic rifles like the Marlin Model 336 and the legendary Savage Model 99, this list cuts through the marketing fluff to find what actually works for survival, home defense, and the field.

Whether hunting heavy brush or seeking a tactical lever action, we break down which new lever action rifles are revolutionizing the platform. We compare the best lever action rifles calibers, from the Chiappa 1892 to the Henry Big Boy X, to see which top lever guns earn their spot and which are just expensive wall art.

11 Best Things To Do In Arizona

Above, Saguaro National Park near Tucson, Arizona. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Living 40 miles from the Arizona border allows me to frequently visit the "Grand Canyon State" for recreation.

There's plenty of things to see and do in Arizona and The Traveler has posted "11 Best Things To Do In Arizona". So far, I have done about half of them.

They begin with:

Arizona is a state of big skies and even bigger landscapes, where red rock deserts, cool pine forests, tribal lands and dynamic cities all sit under the same desert sun. From standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon to wading into turquoise waterfalls, slot canyons and cactus forests, the challenge is not finding things to do but deciding what to fit into one trip. These 11 experiences span the best of Arizona, with suggestions on when to go, how to visit responsibly and how to stay safe in a place where heat and distance can be just as dramatic as the views.

To see what they are, go here. 

"Godzilla Minus Zero" Getting Worldwide IMAX Release

For those who are Godzilla fans as well as also being IMAX fans, a big treat is coming this fall.

Godzilla Minus Zero will be seeing a worldwide IMAX release.

According to JoBlo: 

One of the biggest surprises in recent years was the impact Takashi Yamazaki’s Godzilla Minus One made worldwide. I think it was tempting for non-Godzilla devotees to write it off as just another Godzilla movie (although the faithful would wonder what exactly is wrong with that), but it ended up being perhaps the greatest installment of the franchise to date. It earned critical raves (with even Steven Spielberg hailing it), and the box office was outstanding, grossing a huge $57 million in North America. It also won a well-deserved Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, beating out movies with budgets that eclipsed it by hundreds of millions. As such, the sequel, Godzilla Minus Zero, is a major event.

Befitting how anticipated the movie is, word leaked today that Toho and their North American subsidiary, GKIDS, are giving the film a global IMAX release. Godzilla Minus One came out on IMAX screens in Japan and eventually played a limited run in North America in that format, but it looks like it will be getting a more robust IMAX release right off the bat. It hits North American theaters on November 6th, which is only three days after its Japanese release.

To read more, go here. 

Guns Cleaned

Above, the Winchester 94 after I finished cleaning it. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Today, I finally got around to cleaning the two rifles I shot with last Friday.

The first to be cleaned was the Winchester 94 .30-30. That went without a hitch.

Then, I cleaned the Winchester 62A .22 cal. That didn't go so smoothly. The rod end came off in the barrel and I tried getting it out with a wire hangar. That didn't work, so I loaded a couple of rounds and the first shot blew the obstruction out. I did this in the front yard. The sound wasn't much as it was a .22. A neighbor was taking a walk on the road in front during this and just grinned and waved. I waved back.

The rifles have been put back in the cabinet all ready for the next shooting session. 

Lever Action Rifles: DON’T BUY Until You Watch This!

Lever Action Rifles: DON’T BUY Until You Watch This! video by GunForge.

Summary:

Welcome to Gunforge. In this video, we are counting down the Lever Action Rifles that have stood the test of time. Whether you are a hunter trekking through the brush, a collector preserving history, or looking for a reliable home defense tool, the lever gun remains an American icon.

We dive deep into the mechanics, history, and real-world performance of the top 10 Lever Action Rifles available today. From the budget-friendly workhorses like the Rossi R92 to the legendary "Gun That Won The West," we analyze why these platforms refuse to die. We cover reliability, caliber choices (.30-30, .45-70, .357 Mag), and the pros and cons of each model.

If you are looking for Lever Action Rifles that offer a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern utility, this list is your ultimate guide. We discuss which models handle high-pressure loads, which are smoothest for cowboy action shooting, and which one reigns supreme as the ultimate survival tool.

 

Classic Rock Music Monday

The stuff that now passes as "music", particularly rock 'n roll, leaves me cold. So, to start off the week, here's a video of a classic rock artist.

To start the week (and the month of March), we have The Sunshine Company and two of their hits from 1967, "Happy" and "Back On The Street Again". 

From Wikipedia:

The Sunshine Company was an American sunshine pop band from Los Angeles, California. Originally the duo of Mary Nance (November 7, 1947 – November 24, 2019) and Maury Manseau, the group later added the rhythm section of bassist Larry Sims and drummer Merel Bregante and signed to Imperial Records, releasing their debut album in 1967. They scored three hit singles on the U.S. singles chart over the next two years before disbanding after their third album, 1968's self-titled effort. Sims and Bregante later backed Loggins and Messina.

Not Using Campground Wi-Fi

Above, camping at Route 66 RV Resort with their Wi-Fi antenna at left. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Whenever I go RV traveling, I don't use the campground's Wi Fi system. I bring along my own mobile hotspot gizmo and connect my laptop to that. All I need is a nearby cell tower for a connection.

For one thing, it provides faster Internet. For another, it is a lot more secure. 

Avoiding usage of campground Wi-Fi is the topic of an article in RV Travel.

They begin it with:

Is it time to just eliminate campground Wi-Fi altogether? I think it is, and I can share why.

But, first… A few weeks ago, I shared that I had been hacked in a campground, but I don’t believe I shared that I had been hacked twice in different campgrounds.

Let’s talk about how we all get connected so you can read websites like RVtravel.com. And whatever else. Like watch TV. 

Campground Wi-Fi is mostly lousy. Let’s face it—we go places that are pretty, but also somewhat remote. That means that the Wi-Fi that is available to the campground itself may also not be so great. And then you’re splitting that up by however-many campers are there wanting to use that connectivity. 

Installing and maintaining a Wi-Fi system in a campground is very expensive. And whenever something’s expensive, that means we’re the ones paying for it. I don’t know how much the cost of Wi-Fi extends to our own reservations, but I can say that it’s noticeable. It’s also generally not secure. I’ll get to that. 

To read more, go here. 

Zion 2026 Large Vehicle Rules

Above, the east entrance into the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The last time I drove into Zion National Park was in 2015. My daughter and I took a trip to Yellowstone National Park and on the way home we took a detour and drove into Zion.

We took SR-9 through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel.

Zion National Park is implementing new large vehicle size restrictions not only for the tunnel, but for the road itself. RVers should be aware of this.

RV Life posted an article on these restrictions and begin it with:

Heading to Zion National Park this summer? If you are planning to drive a motorhome, tow a trailer, or travel in a larger vehicle, here is what you need to know.

Beginning June 7, 2026, Zion National Park will fully enforce vehicle size and weight limits on the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway (Utah State Route 9) between Canyon Junction and the East Entrance. Vehicles that exceed the posted limits will no longer be allowed to travel this section of SR-9.

These restrictions apply to the entire stretch of highway between Canyon Junction and the East Entrance, not just the historic 1.1-mile-long Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel.

To read more, go here.