Lightning Strikes Cause More Yosemite Fires

Above, a lake view from Tioga Road in Yosemite. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Just when it seemed that firefighters were getting the upper hand with the fires in Yosemite National Park, lightning strikes cause more of them.

KPIX reported:

SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX 5) — Six new wildfires caused by lightning strikes this week are burning in Yosemite National Park, according to park officials. 

National Park Service fire crews are monitoring the new lightning strike fires, all of which are half an acre or less in size. 

During a 24-hour period from Tuesday to Wednesday, more than 2,000 lightning strikes were recorded in Northern California, causing 71 new fires, according to Cal Fire.

To read more, go here. 

80-Page Giant Superman No. 183

Above, Superman no. 183.

Back in the days when comic book reading and collecting was fun (mid-1960s), DC Comics used to publish 80-Page Giants of their different titles. The 80-Page Giants were originally called "annuals" with their own numbering. They were collections of reprinted stories.

One of my favorite 80-Page Giants was Superman number 183 that was published in 1966. It was my first exposure to stories from the Golden Age of comic books. I still have my copy.

I was reminded of this in a Facebook Curt Swan (who drew the cover with inker George Klein) page.

Tokyo Hotels By District

Above, a stay at Shinjuku's Hotel Gracery will put guests up close to Godzilla. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Remember that scene in National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) where the Griswold family pulled off the freeway in a city and found themselves in a "not-too-nice" neighborhood?

Fortunately, when it comes to Tokyo, I have not seen any bad neighborhoods.

When looking for a hotel to stay in Tokyo, I generally look for price and the close proximity to a train or subway station. I have my favorite hotels in Tokyo, such as the Hotel Asia Center of Japan and the Hotel Sunroute in Asakusa.

But if you are a newbie making your first trip to Japan and want to see what different areas of Tokyo have to offer in accommodations, the U.K.'s Telegraph has an article on just that.

They begin with:

A neighbourhood guide to the best places to stay in Tokyo, as chosen by our resident expert, including the best hotels in Shibuya, Shinjuku, Roppongi and more. 

They also provide prices, but they are in English pounds. You'll have to convert them to dollars in an online currency converter.

To read more, go here. 

Ripple Effect of Suicide In National Parks

Above, the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Our national parks are well known for their scenic beauty.

They are also (somewhat) known for being places where people who are at the end of their ropes choose to end their lives.

KNAU posted an article on this "dubious distinction."

They begin with:

The Grand Canyon has the dubious distinction of having one of the highest rates of suicide among national parks. While they are destinations for millions of sightseers each year, some people arrive with the intention of ending their lives. During this National Suicide Prevention Week, KNAU’s Ryan Heinsius reports, that victims, families, and first responders at parks all experience the ripple effects of suicide and suicide attempts.

To read more, go here. 

The King At Supercuts

One the things I had to do this morning was to stop at Supercuts to get a haircut.

While there, I spotted some hair products that I had never seen before. They were Elvis Presley Pomade, Forming Cream and Fiber by American Crew.

Above, although on the top shelf, these were eye-catching. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Smoke Deterred People From Crater Lake

Above, Crater Lake with Wizard Island in the smoky haze. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

When I traveled down U.S. 97 from Bend, Oregon to Crater Lake National Park, it looked as though I was driving down a coastline with fog in the air. Except, I wasn't anywhere near the coast and the fog was actually smoke from several fires in the state.

I stayed at the Diamond Lake RV Park, which is about 5 miles from the Crater Lake National Park North Entrance. The smoke at the campground wasn't too bad as it is situated north of the park and most of the fires were south of Crater Lake.

Before going to Crater Lake last month, I was aware that there were fires in and around the park, but I wasn't deterred from visiting. But many people were deterred from visiting as smoke settled inside the lake.

The Mail Tribune has an article on how the fires affected Crater Lake National Park's summer attendance.

They begin with:

Road construction, frequently heavy smoke, a wait-and-see attitude about two upcoming vehicle-free Saturdays and myriad other factors have made Crater Lake National Park’s summer season anything but normal. 

“I’m hoping we can have a good September and October,” said Marsha McCabe, the park’s lead interpreter and spokeswoman, who notes the several variables have affected the number of visitors and services available. 

“It’s been a challenging year for sure,” echoed Andy Stiles, general manager for Xanterra, the park concessionaire that operates the Crater Lake Lodge, lake boat tours, Crater Lake Cafeteria-Gift Shop and other facilities. 

Smoke from forest fires that began in July in and outside the park has been a major concern. At many times the lake hasn’t been visible from Rim Village or Rim Drive, and the lack of visibility, combined with delays created by ongoing road construction, has discouraged many visitors. McCabe recommends people considering park visits first check out the Crater Lake webcam, which is regularly updated, or the website at oregonsmoke.blogspot.com.

Above, The Beast at Diamond Lake RV Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

For me, it wasn't too bad a visit. The smoke cleared somewhat in the late afternoon when some winds over the lake kicked up. This was my first visit to Crater Lake National Park since 1971 and I wasn't going to let a fire deter me from visiting.

To read more, go here.

Kyoto Plans Lodging Tax

Above, Kyoto Tower Hotel. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The city fathers of Kyoto, Japan are looking into implementing a lodging tax that would apply to all forms of lodging.

Japan Today reported:

KYOTO -- The city of Kyoto will propose collecting a minimum 200 yen per night tax on guests staying at hotels or other lodgings in the popular tourist area, municipal officials said Wednesday. 

If the city assembly approves the measure during a session that begins on Sept 21, all hotel guests -- including those staying at Airbnb-style minpaku home lodgings -- will start paying 200 to 1,000 yen per night in lodging tax, possibly from October next year. 

Lodging taxes are collected in Tokyo and Osaka Prefecture, but apply only to rooms priced at 10,000 yen or more per night. The proposed tax in Kyoto, which would apply to all forms of lodgings, would be the first of its kind in the country.

To read more, go here. 

Yosemite's Identity Theft

The case involving the trademarked names of several of Yosemite National Park's attractions by former concessionaire Delaware North is dragging on in the courts. It really shouldn't be there in the first place.

Former Fresno Bee reporter Gene Rose covered the region's national parks for the newspaper for decades wrote an excellent opinion piece for the paper on Yosemite's identity theft by Delaware North.

He begins it with:

The current controversy over the Yosemite place names is a disgrace to many of our national institutions, especially to the National Park Service, the Patent and Trademark office and the courts. 

Imagine the confusion facing the first-time park visitor when arriving at park amid all the traffic, congestion and then to face the place name confusion. 

Admittedly, I have not seen that disputed contract, but the fallout is evident. The realization that the park service or concessionaire could write such language into a concessions contract defies logic and common sense. 

At the national level, the proliferation of trademark trolls underscores the reality that our very language and maps are at risk. 

Belatedly, the Trademark Office has recognized the pirating and formed the usual advisory committee – now that the horse is out of the barn.

Critics of the trademark dispute contend that place names from any approved government map of everyday usage should be off limits to the trademark opportunists.
Think of the fees I could garner if I could have trademarked my beloved California? 

Delaware North, the ousted Yosemite concessionaire, claims those place names have value and that is implicit to their contract. The company has even trademarked other locations, including such high profile sites as Grand Canyon.

To read more, go here.

Clampout Registrations Done

Above, the Platrix Fall 2016 clampout at Lake Cachuma. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Well, the bills have been paid. So I don't have anything pending until next month.

Payments have also been made for two upcoming clampouts: Peter Lebeck Chapter (Kern County) and Platrix Chapter (Los Angeles-Orange Counties).

There is a third clampout coming up, the Billy Holcomb Chapter (San Bernardino-Riverside Counties). I am debating on that one as it is near the area that their last campout was held (near Barstow) and it was very windy and dusty there. I am still finding sand and dust from that one still in The Beast. That chapter just loves their desert clampouts.

We'll see.

If only...

Above, Hurricane Irma. NASA photo.

...during the past few years I had worked homeowners insurance claims, this email would be enticing. My most recent claims work involved total loss auto, liability, property damage and bodily injury claims. I haven't worked homeowners property claims (the field I first got into insurance claims with) in about 25 years.

This is the email from an insurance claims adjuster recruiter:

Armand, 

Our client, a Top 5 Property Insured, is currently adding 75 Field Homeowner Property Adjusters. These Adjusters will be responsible for handling Catastrophe Property losses throughout the state of Florida, however, you will have a specific territory assigned to you while on assignment. Our client has modified their Fee Schedule specifically for Hurricane Irma. Please click here to see the updated Fee Schedule.

*Referral Bonus up to $500 for any adjuster you refer! Your referral must close at least 25 claims in order for you to receive the bonus*
Deployment Incentives: 

- Paid WEEKLY for claims turned in that week!
- XXXXXXX is contracted with ScheduleIT and you will have access to utilize the service free of charge!
- This will dramatically increase your ability to handle more claims
- Our client is estimating 28,000 to 40,000 claims

I last took part in a catastrophe team in 1994, following the Northridge Earthquake. Adjusters on catastrophe teams can make a lot of money.

Maybe if they have catastrophe teams of auto claims adjusters (a lot of vehicles were damaged and destroyed due to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma), I might be interested.

Yellowstone Saw Busiest August Ever

Above, the Old Faithful Inn. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The following is not at all surprising as neighboring Grand Teton National Park was directly in the path of the August 21 solar eclipse.

The Bozeman Daily Chronicle reported:

Yellowstone National Park recorded last month its busiest August on record.  

Park officials tallied 916,166 visits last month, marking the first time the month surpassed 900,000 visits in the park’s history. It’s almost a 9 percent increase over the total in August 2016.

 To read more, go here.

Making RV Beds Easier

Above, my bed in The Beast. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Camping isn't always like it used to be.

In the early days, people would just set up a tent, throw in a sleeping bag (with or without a pad underneath) and that's it.

Nowadays, people are seeking more comfort as they travel around. One of the things modern RVers look for is a comfortable bed and one that is easy to make.

Do It Yourself RV has an article with six tips on making a RV bed a whole lot easier. I went with number 6 on the list.

They begin with:

Nobody likes doing chores in an RV. After all, it’s much more fun to hang out around the campfire and shoot the breeze or head out on an epic hiking adventure. Unfortunately, the chores won’t do themselves, meaning you will have to take care of them eventually. 

One of the worst RV chores is making the beds.  Tiny spaces aren’t exactly easy to navigate, especially when doing something as cumbersome as making a bed. Add to that the dreaded corner bed situation or one of those darn RV bunks, and you have a situation that could frustrate the gentlest of saints. 

Luckily there are ways to make this chore a little less difficult. Obviously, you will want to take advantage of as many tips as you can, so we have included a whole list of ideas for making your RV bed-making adventures a tad easier.

To read more, go here. 

Japan, A Budget Traveler's Dream

Above, the Kachidoki Bridge over the Sumida River in Tokyo. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Everyone's heard that Japan is an expensive place to visit. In some cases it can be. In some cases it is actually cheaper than the U.S. Overall, I found it no more expensive than traveling around the United States.

Gaijinpot.com has an article that will put to rest that Japan is too expensive. In fact, they contend that Japan is a "budget traveler's dream."

They begin with:

Gone are the days when travel to Japan was exclusive to hedge fund managers and Nintendo geeks, and with it the assumption that it’s expensive, boring and difficult to travel here. In 2015, the country welcomed a record 19.73 million tourists, and the Abe administration recently doubled its goal to attract 20 million international travelers by 2020 to 40 million. 

As the government carries out measures to make Japan more accessible to international travelers, we’re seeing transport get cheaper, hearing more foreign languages being spoken, watching new facilities being built and cheering as visa restrictions are relaxed. 

What does this mean for thrifty travelers seeking the best in budget adventure? Here’s 5 reasons why you should choose Japan for your next bargain trip.

To read more, go here. 

Yosemite's Highway 41 Re-Opened

Above, a view of Yosemite from Highway 41. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Highway 41 into Yosemite National Park has been re-opened.

My Mother Lode reported:

Yosemite, CA — Highway 41 re-opened over the weekend, allowing access via that route to Yosemite National Park. 

The highway had been closed due to the 12,358 acre Railroad Fire burning in the Sierra National Forest. The fire is now 70-percent contained and growth was very limited over the weekend.

For more on this and other Yosemite fires, go here. 

16 Things To Do In Yokohama

Above, Yokohama's waterfront with the InterContinental The Grand Hotel and Cosmo World. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

It has been 25 years (Can you believe it?) since Godzilla battled Mothra and Battra in Godzilla vs. Mothra and it has been 16 years (Can you also believe that, too?) since Godzilla took on the Gods of Yamato in Godzilla, Mothra and King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack. Both of these movie battles took place on the waterfront of Yokohama, Japan.

Those movies put Yokohama on the list of kaiju places in The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan. Besides those movies, Yokohama has other places to see and do (16 of them) and Japan Info has them listed in a new article.

They begin with:

Yokohama is the second biggest city in Japan after Tokyo and is just 30 minutes by train from the capital. This spacious and stylish city has a relaxed and fun vibe and is home to a small theme park and the famous Chinatown. If you’re staying in Tokyo, Yokohama is a great choice to visit for a day. Check out these 16 things to do in Yokohama for a cool and fun-filled trip!

 To see what they are, go here.

Motorhome Maintenance Task Done

Above, The Beast at Lassen Volcanic National Park last month. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

There was one thing that had been somewhat neglected that I needed to do on The Beast. It was to check the house battery's water and to make sure the battery terminals were clean. I have two or three clampouts coming up (meaning, dry-camping), so I need the battery in good working order.

Following breakfast, I went out to do all this and found that the terminals did need cleaning. The water levels were okay, but I put in a little more.

To clean the battery and its terminals, I got a big cup of water mixed with baking soda. The baking soda took care of the cleaning in a jiffy. In case you didn't know, baking soda neutralizes battery acid on contact.

I did all this while the battery was disconnected to the house circuits.

I then started up The Beast and the battery is fully charged and ready to go.

Dollar Rebounds To Above ¥108 In Tokyo

The U.S. dollar has rebounded in Tokyo trading today.

The Japan Times reported:

The dollar bounced back above ¥108 in Tokyo trading Monday as worries receded about additional provocations by North Korea. 

At 5 p.m., the dollar stood at ¥108.41-42, up from ¥107.73-74 at the same time Friday.

To read more, go here. 

16 Years...

Hard to believe it's been 16 years...

Graphics by Archie Waugh.

Narita Airport Dumping Squat Toilets

Above, a Japanese western-style with bidet toilet. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Foreigners who have to use the restroom at Narita Airport, but find only the Japanese squatting kind of toilet available, can now rest easier.

The airport is undertaking a project to get rid of the squatters.

According to the Asahi Shimbun:

NARITA, Chiba Prefecture--Narita Airport is spending 5 billion yen ($45.76 million) to replace its 147 toilet facilities with cleaner, more comfortable ones in the run-up to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. 

The airport operator has begun remodeling the restrooms to provide a warm welcome for visitors who intend to watch the Games. 

Difficult-to-use traditional squat toilets will be replaced with Western-style ones, and all toilets will be equipped with the warm water bidet feature. 

The remodeling work will be complete by March 2020.

To read more, go here. 

Dark Shadows Collection 6

Above, Dark Shadows Collection 6.

A few years ago, I began buying the MPI Dark Shadows original series DVDs.

I managed to get the first five DVDs before stopping. Yes, I know the complete series is available in a box set (around $300), but I did not want to get the whole series.

The last DVD I have has the 1795 storyline in which Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) is back in the past so that how Barnabas Collins (Jonathan Frid) became a vampire is revealed. I was watching some of the episodes in Collection 5 the other day and decided to get Dark Shadows Collection 6.

Above, Jonathan Frid as Barnabas Collins at a White House Halloween party in 1969.

Last Friday, I checked Amazon.com to see if it was available and it was. So I ordered it. Since I have a special account, I was able to get it with a two-day delivery (due today) with no charge.

As it turned out, I received a telephone call from Amazon and the lady said the driver was looking for my apartment and wondered if he needed to be buzzed in. I gave her the directions to my apartment and within minutes the package was at my door.

The DVD case features Kathryn Leigh Scott as Josette as a vampire with her glued-on fingernail fangs.

Since I had nothing else going on yesterday, I started watching it. I finished the first disc last night. The original air dates for these episodes was in January 1968. I began watching the show a few months later (thanks to my mom).

Talk about great service! I wasn't expecting it until today, but it was delivered one day after ordering.

25 Largest (and 25 Smallest) National Parks

Above, Lower Yellowstone Falls. Where does Yellowstone National Park rank in size? Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Do you know what are the 25 largest (and 25 smallest) U.S. national parks?

If you don't, but want to find out, 24/7 Wall St. has an article that will answer that question.

They begin it with

Interest in national parks has been soaring in recent years. In fact, total visits to U.S. national parks exceeded the population of the nation in 2016 alone. Exploring the wilderness, hiking through mountains and sleeping under the stars are just some of the experiences visitors to U.S. national parks can share with the pioneers who built the country. 

The national park concept was an idea championed by Theodore Roosevelt. As president, Roosevelt protected about 230 million acres of public land and signed into law the 1906 American Antiquities Act. This act set aside certain public natural areas as park and conservation land to be preserved for historic and scientific interest. These areas were designated as national monuments. Ten years later, Congress passed the Organic Act, creating the National Park Service. 

While Americans approve of preserving their land, setting aside areas as national parks and monuments has sparked controversy in the past, sometimes pitting conservationists against ranchers, developers, and even tourists. The latest chapter in this sometimes contentious issue involves the Trump administration, which is considering shrinking the size of more than two dozen national monuments and turning over the space for private use. 

24/7 Wall St. reviewed the size of all the national parks, historical parks, recreational areas and national monuments in the country to determine their size using data provided by the National Park Service.

Yellowstone National Park ranks at number 5 on the list of the 25 largest national parks.

To see the lists of the largest and smallest national parks, go here.

Graceland's Music Room To Be Restored To 1960s Appearance

Above, the music room at it appeared last November. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The Music Room at Graceland mansion in Memphis will be restored to its 1960s appearance with the addition of a white baby grand piano that Elvis Presley purchased in 1957.

According to Graceland.com:

Original Graceland Piano Will Be the Finishing Touch on Completely Restored, 1960s-Era Graceland Music Room to be Unveiled December 16th as Part of Graceland's First-Ever Holiday Concert Weekend 

Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the acquisition of one of the most significant pieces of Elvis’ musical history, which will be returned to Graceland 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 – a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion.  For the first time ever, the public will be able to see this legendary Knabe branded piano on display in its Graceland home. The music room at Graceland will be restored to its original 1960s-era appearance including the white piano, and will be unveiled on December 16, 2017. Other items returning to the famous music room include original white and blue draperies, and a gold couch that was part of the room’s décor in 1964.

To read more, go here.

Hachiko: The Legend of Japan’s Most Faithful Dog

Above, the statue of Hachiko outside of Shibuya Station. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Outside of Shibuya Station in Tokyo and near Shibuya Crossing stands a statue of an Akita dog. The statue is one of Tokyo's favorite meeting spots.

Why is there a statue of a dog outside of Shibuya Station?

Live Japan explains:

The legend of the dog known as Hachiko has become known not only in Japan, but across the world. The adorable Akita dog's unwavering loyalty to his owner earned him the nickname, “Chuken Hachiko,” which means “faithful dog Hachiko." 

The story began in 1924, when Hidesaburo Ueno, a professor in the agricultural department at the University of Tokyo, adopted a dog which he named Hachiko. The dog was an Akita, a breed originating from the mountainous regions of Japan’s north. Shortly after, they started their famous daily routine, with the dog greeting the professor at the end of each day at Shibuya station, not far from the university campus. 

Sadly, Professor Ueno passed away in May of 1925, of a cerebral hemorrhage while giving a lecture. Hachiko, not knowing what transpired, continued to return every day to Shibuya station to wait for his owner for the next nine years, nine months, and fifteen days.

Along with the statue of Hachiko at Shubuya station, a statue was erected in 2015 that reunites Professor Ueno and Hachiko at the University of Ueno.

To read more, go here. 

Lassen's Devastated Area: Then and Now

While thumbing through my bookcase, I came across a book that I bought during my September 1968 visit to Lassen Volcanic National Park. It is Eruptions of Lassen Peak (A Photo Story of a Volcano) by B. F. Loomis. It is the 1966 edition. The book was first published in 1926. I wish I had found it before my trip. I did not see any copies of this book in the Manzanita Lake Store (new editions of otherwise). I bought the book at the Manzanita Lake Store on September 10, 1968.

While looking through the book, I noticed a photo of the Devastated Area following the 1915 eruptions of Lassen Peak.

Here is the photo:

The area's timber was wiped out by the eruption's mudflow (from snow melted by the hot lava). Today, the area has grown back (after all, it has been 102 years since the eruption).

Here's what the area looks like today:

Above, the trees have all grown back in the Devastated Area during the past 102 years. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

For more, go here.

The Bates Motel of Vale, Oregon

Above, the Bates Motel sign. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Not long after entering eastern Oregon from Idaho, I drove through Vale, Oregon looking for a RV park for an overnight stay.

Unfortunately, there were none on Highway 20, so I drove on and eventually stayed in Juntura. Before leaving Vale, I noticed the Bates Motel. I stopped to take some pictures of its sign.

I found out this morning that this Bates Motel earned a coveted spot in RoadsideAmerca.com.

Here's what they said about the Bates Motel:

There's a noticeable paucity of offbeat attractions in western Idaho and eastern Oregon, a patch of white when compared to the lush red pushpin fertility of other regions. So the Bates Motel, just over the border in Oregon, gets included as a stop out of desperation. The sign may conjure the murderous motor lodge from Hitchcock's Psycho, but the building doesn't resemble it.

To see more, go here. 

Tips For Preparing RVs For A Trip

Above, The Beast at Goulding's Monument Valley Campground. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Looking to squeeze one more camping trip in the RV before the summer season ends?

Digital Journal has some tips on preparing RVs for an end-of-summer trip.

They begin with:

TAMPA, Fla. - September 7, 2017 - (Newswire.com)  

​The summer season will officially end on Friday, September 22, 2017. But, do not break out the fall jackets yet. There is still time to take the RV out for one more summer road trip! Eva-Dry knows that getting ready to embark on an RV journey can be a daunting task. Below are some tips to help prepare your RV and to help you make the most out of the last few days of summer!

Read more: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/3478365#ixzz4s42Oha4o

RV Park Reviews Tally

My review of the Oasis Cafe, Motel and RV Park in Juntura, Oregon how puts me up to 35 RV park/campgrounds reviewed and 14 states reviewed at RV Park Reviews.

The maps below (terrain and map) show where I have stayed in The Beast over the past two and a half years. These don't include clampouts or where I've boondocked.

RV Parks Reviews is a handy website to find out what other campers think of particular campgrounds and RV parks. To access it, go here.

Oasis Cafe, Motel & RV Park Review Posted At RV Park Reviews

Above, the Oasis RV Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

When I initially was going to post my review of the Oasis Cafe, Motel and RV Park, I found that not only was Juntura, Oregon (the town in which it is located) not in the RV Park Reviews database, the RV park itself wasn't listed.

So, I had to get the administrator to first add the town so that I can post a review of it. Interestingly, there are no listings for the town or RV park in the Good Sam RV park and campground directory.

Today, the review has been posted at RV Park Reviews. This is the first time a RV park or campground had been added by me.

In a nutshell:

This is an older RV park. It is part of a business that includes a restaurant, gift shop and motel. The restaurant has excellent food and all are family-run. The town is so small that you could practically blink and pass it without seeing it. Nice people. It is on Highway 20 between Burns and Vale, Oregon. The restaurant is a popular stop for truckers. The RV park was a welcome sight after a long, but beautiful drive from Vale.  

The campground itself is small. The access road is primarily one "horseshoe" gravel road with campsites on both sides. The campsites are grassy and kept well-watered. The sites are mainly back-in with some pull-throughs. There is a shower but it is hard to find as it was not clearly marked. Tall trees surround the perimeter of the property. 

The electrical hookups (30 amp) appeared dated, but they worked. The sewer connections are "T" shaped with several outlets. There were no amenities to speak such as a dog run, Wi-Fi or playground. I was unable to get cell service in the area. The campground was quiet at night despite being next to the highway. The green grass made the campground attractive. 

This is a good campground for an overnight stay. We camped at Oasis Cafe, Motel, and RV Park in a Motorhome.

To read the review at RV Park Reviews, go here.