3 RV Destinations and Road Trip Tips for Seniors

Most people never shake off the craving to be out on the open road. Even in the dead of winter people are on the lookout for spaces to set up camp and delight in the beauty of nature. Older road warriors, those fortunate folks with the freedom to travel on retirement could take full advantage of cold weather season with trips to warmer climes; however it might take a little more planning. These recommended warm weather destinations for senior travelers can help get the RV rolling down the line.

Gulf State Park: Gulf Shores, Alabama

Gulf State Park provides seniors the chance to explore Alabama’s Gulf Coast while having fun in a big, modern campground. Located slightly over a mile from white sand beaches, the campground offers senior travelers a 15 % discount. With typical temps in the 60s and high 50s, it’s somewhat cooler than many warm weather destinations, but it’s still a well known place, so ensure you make reservations before going.

Pack the bikes or hiking shoes and get the most of the Branyon Backcountry Trail that winds for miles through the area. Further ideas for outdoor recreation include fishing Lake Shelby or having fun in saltwater fishing from the park’s large pier as well as golfing at Refuge Golf Club or walking the park’s almost four miles of beaches.

Henderson Beach State Park: Destin, Florida

Make a trip to Florida’s Emerald Coast on the Gulf of Mexico and you’ll find white warm sandy beaches, emerald green water along with a state park for you to camp among the dunes.

Henderson Beach State Park has boardwalk access to the beach along with a nature trail through coastal scrub habitation. It’s close enough to Destin to delight in shopping and food services but quiet enough to offer guests peace and serenity.

Before you leave for your journey, ensure you make a record of your routine medications, emergency contacts, doctor, insurance and allergy data. This can be done quite easily with tools like the My Medications App from the American Medical Association. In case of an accident or illness during the vacation, first responders or traveling companions would have life-saving information at their fingertips.

Point Mogu State Park: Malibu, CA

Looking to visit both mountain and shore this winter? Point Mogu State Park, off Hwy is the ideal place. Senior travelers will find the Sycamore Canyon campground comfortable and readily close to beaches and trailheads.

Active seniors will enjoy the more than 70 miles of trails. Favorite jaunts on foot include Danielson Road and the trails in Sycamore Canyon. Ensure you pay a visit to the beach at least once—you will possibly see gray whales passing by in winter.

If you’re intending to hike or take day trips to museums or other attractions ensure you take along a lightweight cross-body bag or backpack with inner compartments for your essentials. This will keep the weight off your shoulders, enable better balance while hiking and also leave your hands free.

Whether it’s camping in a 40-foot motorhome or getting comfortable in a luxury resort, travelling in the golden years can expand our possibilities in unusual ways.  Choose one place that fits your interests and physical abilities and then do some simple planning to keep your trip safe and sane.