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Glamp Near Some of the Most Iconic Landmarks and Locations

Thanks to social media, any of you list makers can always get some ideas from Instagram, Facebook, and other various online sources for listicles that regularly pop up letting you know how many people have visited these locations, viewed these landmarks, visited these national parks etc. We took a tour around some of these lists to see what you can mark off when glamping nearby with us:

One list includes US landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, the Las Vegas Strip, and Disney World. We can make this easy for you:

To visit the Hollywood Sign, book a glamping cabin or cottage at Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon and drive roughly 45 miles to see this iconic bit of LaLa Land. Fun fact, the original sign, which was built in 1923 to advertise a real estate development, read HOLLYWOODLAND. A great spot to view the sign is from the Griffith Observatory which can be reached via a hike through Griffith Park.

Cabin at Thousand Trails Las Vegas
Cabin at Thousand Trails Las Vegas

To experience the bright lights and high energy of the Las Vegas Strip, book a glamping cabin at Thousand Trails Las Vegas and stroll the roughly four miles where highlights include the nightly fountain show outside the Bellagio Hotel, a gondola ride at The Venetian, the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat, and the Insta-worthy “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign!

Cottages at Encore Tropical Palms
Cottages at Encore Tropical Palms

Florida’s Walt Disney World is considered an unofficial landmark as the iconic castle is known world-wide so that works for our purposes. And apparently you are never too old to enjoy the fun here. In March 2024, Magnolia Jackson celebrated her 106th birthday with her first trip ever to the Magic Kingdom. Book a colorful glamping cottage at Encore Tropical Palms in Kissimmee and let the magic in!

Yurt at Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes Campground
Yurt at Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes Campground

Then there’s the National Parks checklist – how many of the 63 US national parks have you visited? Start tackling that list by glamping with us when you head to Yosemite which is famous for the Yosemite Falls, El Capitan and Half Dome, plus just down the road from Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes. 

Cabin at Seaside RV Campround
Cabin at Seaside RV Campround

How about the most beautiful small towns in America? That’s another easy one list makers include California’s Carmel by the Sea (book a glamping stay at Marina Dunes RV Resort); Cannon Beach, Oregon (book a charming glamping cabin or cottage at Thousand Trails Seaside); and Sedona, Arizona (glamp at a tiny house at Thousand Trails Verde Valley).

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5 Things to Do in Crested Butte and Gunnison, Colorado

If you believe, like Tom Petty does, that you belong among the wildflowers, then the perfect place to plan a glamping trip this summer is Thousand Trails Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch in Gunnison, Colorado. Why, you ask? Well, while Gunnison has plenty to see and do (including Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park), Crested Butte, the Wildflower Capital of Colorado, is less than 30 miles away. So, you can glamp among the wildflowers and enjoy everything there is to do in Crested Butte and Gunnison. We found five good ones to get you started. Before you go, make sure to book your cabin or cottage at Blue Mesa.

1. If this was your glamping destination, most likely you plan to spend much of your time outdoors. One great way to see the beautiful countryside here is via scenic drives and there are several to choose from. The Ohio Scenic pass is a 23-mile trek through Gunnison National Forest. Highlights include cool rock formations and wildlife spotting. Another scenic ride, albeit a bit longer, is the Taylor Park Loop. At 90 miles it traverses through several towns, including a few ghost towns, including Quartz and Tincup.

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park


2. A fascinating museum with 18 different buildings spread out over a 14-acre campus that contain all kinds of exhibits, artifacts, paraphernalia, and what-not that detail the history of the area, the Gunnison Pioneer Museum (gunnisonpioneermuseum.com) is a must-see. To name a few, there is an antique car museum, a blacksmith shop, and a log cabin chapel, plus all kinds of artifacts including toys and household items dating back to the 1800s.

3. The Crested Butte Wildflower Festival is scheduled for July 7-16 and this festival is not just about wildflowers. Yes, there are over 200 workshops, but there are also hikes and walks, Jeep tours, garden tours, and birding events to name a few. Check out crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.org.

Cabins at Thousand Trails Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch
Cabins at Thousand Trails Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

4. Spirited attractions in the area can include the Montanya Distillers in Crested Butte, a female owned and operated business that focuses on aged rum. A tasting room and distillery tours are available (montanyarum.com). Buckel Family Wine in Gunnison has a tasting room and has several special events each month (buckelfamilywine.com). Craft breweries include High Alpine Brewing Company in Gunnison and the Eldo Brewery in Crested Butte.

5. Festivals and big events are back and there are plenty scheduled for this summer. In addition to #3 above, there is Cattlemens Days, celebrating Gunnison’s ranching heritage and promising all kinds of rodeo events like barrel racing, a horse show, 4-H shows, and a carnival. The event is set for July 13-15 and will be held at Fred Field Center and Fairgrounds in Gunnison; the Crested Butte Arts Festival, scheduled for August 4-6, will feature local artists as well as artists from around the world. For details, visit crestedbutteartsfestival.com.

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