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The Moterra Adventure Journal

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Hike Monument Valley

Top 5 Scenic Hikes in Arizona

Hiking in the Grand Canyon state doesn’t just mean hiking in the Grand Canyon. Stopping by the world’s greatest chasm is an obligatory pilgrimage for anyone inclined towards jaw-dropping natural phenomena. Nevertheless, this sun drenched state is home to miles and miles of trail systems in unique and special wilderness ecosystems that won’t be mobbed by crowds from all over the world. This is our list of the best scenic hikes of Arizona – some...
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Offsetting our Carbon Footprint – Tree Era X Moterra Campervans

TREE ERA x MOTERRAOffsetting our Carbon Footprint Here at Moterra, we are passionate about connecting people to the outdoors and inspiring them to protect our wild places. At the beginning of 2020, we teamed up with Tree Era to help offset our carbon footprint. This effort is just one part of our commitment to sustainable energy and fighting climate change. Tree Era is a Calgary-based company that helps “individuals and businesses reduce their carbon footprint...
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Top 4 Hikes in Zion National Park

Top 4 Hikes in Zion Zion. The world of towering, twisting red rocks, sheer soaring canyon walls, and wide-sweeping desert views. Zion is famous for its incredibly diverse hiking opportunities, with its miles of hikable trails winding through the canyon, up the canyon walls and on top of the canyon! Pick up one of our luxury Sprinter Campervans in Las Vegas, and you are just 2 hours drive away from Zion National Park. Your adventure...
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Activities and Restaurant Recommendations in Bryce National Park

There are plenty of activities in Bryce to fill up your time, outside of hiking the amazing trails of Bryce. Below, we have listed our top 3 activities in Bryce , as well as our recommended restaurants, cafes and grocers close to the canyon. Want us to organize all of your activities in Bryce Canyon for you? Check out our 6 Night Bryce & Zion itinerary, our 13 Night Mighty 5 + Grand Canyon itinerary, or our custom...
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Our 3 Favorite Campgrounds in Bryce Canyon National Park

There is no doubt that camping at Bryce Canyon National park is the best way to experience the park! Pick up one of our luxury Sprinter campervans in Las Vegas and you are just a 3 hour drive from the otherworldly red hoodoos and world-famous night skies of Bryce Canyon. Unfortunately, an incredible place like this gets busy, so it can be hard to find a place to park for the night. We don’t want...
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Top 5 Scenic Hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park

Famous for its unique hoodoo rock formations, Bryce Canyon National Park needs no introduction. This incredible place is best experienced by its miles of hike-able trails, and best traveled to in one of our luxury Sprinter campervans. From the red rock spires to the bristlecone pine forests, Bryce practically begs you to explore every corner. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of the top 5 most scenic hikes in Bryce Canyon. Being...
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Nominate a Healthcare Worker Results are in! And the first winner is…

Not sure if you’ve heard, but 2020 has been a bit of a… wild ride. As the world went into lockdown for COVID-19 and travel restrictions went into place, we weren’t quite sure of how everything would pan out for our small business. Luckily, self-contained van travel is one of the safer methods of travel during a pandemic. However, when times are tough, we believe in coming together to support the greater good in the...
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The Best Campgrounds Outside Yellowstone & The Tetons

Most travelers coming to Wyoming and Montana focus their time on the national parks, often trying to reserve campsites within park boundaries. What many people don’t know is that there are amazing campgrounds just outside Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. These incredibly scenic spots won’t add much driving time to your vacation and are often significantly less crowded.  So get off the beaten track and into a gorgeous campsite at one of these fan...
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2020 Yellowstone/Tetons Campground Opening Dates

2020 Yellowstone and Grand Tetons Campground Opening Dates Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park have announced campground opening dates for 2020, which are delayed as a result of the coronavirus. You can read the Yellowstone NP statement here, and the Grant Tetons NP statement here. You will find the opening dates below, but note that these are still subject to change. We recommend booking sites soon, as they will be sure to fill. Planning to...
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Camping In A Van – Tips & Tricks

Camping in a van can be a tricky proposition. Whether you are renting from us or a full-time vanlifer, finding a good place to park for the night is often the hardest part of the day. Knowing the areas where you are or aren’t allowed to sleep in a vehicle is vital. With you in mind, we’ve compiled this list of different camping options for van dwellers.   Free Campsites For free campsites, you really...
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Wyoming

  • Yellowstone Update: Summer 2022June 23, 2022 - 10:01 am
  • Where do I shower in the Tetons?
    Where Do I Shower in Yellowstone and the TetonsOctober 2, 2021 - 3:15 pm
  • Romantic Road Trips – Jackson Hole, Yellowstone, and the TetonsNovember 18, 2020 - 12:39 pm
  • Moterra Campervans
    The Best Campgrounds Outside Yellowstone & The TetonsApril 24, 2020 - 1:35 pm
  • Hikes in YellowstoneApril 12, 2020 - 3:34 pm
  • Camping in YellowstoneMay 17, 2019 - 10:27 am
  • Activities in the TetonsApril 27, 2019 - 11:02 am

California

  • The Best Winter Escapes in a VanNovember 24, 2020 - 6:45 pm
  • The Best Campgrounds Outside YosemiteNovember 1, 2020 - 12:40 pm
  • Things to do in Big Sur State ParkApril 12, 2020 - 10:02 pm
  • Camping in Big SurApril 12, 2020 - 9:53 pm
  • Activities in Yosemite National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 9:38 pm
  • Hiking in Yosemite National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 9:21 pm
  • Camping in Yosemite National PakApril 12, 2020 - 9:10 pm

Montana/ Banff

  • Glacier National Park Updates: Summer 2024January 3, 2024 - 10:25 am
  • Visiting Glacier National Park in 2023February 8, 2023 - 2:35 pm
  • Whitefish, MontanaApril 12, 2020 - 6:56 pm
  • Activities in Banff National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 6:47 pm
  • Hiking in Banff National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 6:40 pm
  • Camping in Banff National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 6:37 pm
  • Hikes in Glacier National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 6:16 pm
  • Activities in Glacier National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 6:11 pm
  • Camping in Glacier National ParkApril 12, 2020 - 6:08 pm

Desert Southwest

  • Dirk Badenhorst
    Mountain Biking’s Wildest Event! Redbull Rampage October 6, 2023 - 11:16 am
  • The Best Campgrounds Outside Bryce Canyon
    The Best Campgrounds Outside Bryce CanyonJune 9, 2021 - 12:14 pm
  • The Best Campgrounds Outside Zion
    The Best Campgrounds Outside ZionApril 25, 2021 - 11:21 pm
  • Winter Campervan
    Cozy Winter CampingDecember 5, 2020 - 11:00 am
  • The Best Winter Escapes in a VanNovember 24, 2020 - 6:45 pm
  • Top 5 Scenic Hikes in UtahNovember 2, 2020 - 7:40 pm
  • Hike Monument Valley
    Top 5 Scenic Hikes in ArizonaOctober 27, 2020 - 5:18 pm

Campervan Vacation Guide

  • Dirk Badenhorst
    Mountain Biking’s Wildest Event! Redbull Rampage October 6, 2023 - 11:16 am
  • The Best Fall Foliage Roadtrips In WA 2023September 26, 2023 - 11:55 am
  • Formula 1 In Vegas: Adventure by day, race by nightAugust 30, 2023 - 10:22 am
  • Moterra van camping under a full moon
    How To See The Annular Eclipse on October 14, 2023August 29, 2023 - 4:33 pm
  • Winding road through utah canyon in fall
    Road Trip Planner: Best Fall Colors in UtahAugust 17, 2023 - 3:54 pm
  • girl on hike in utah desert, van driving through Canyon
    Photo Journal: Southern Utah by Van!August 5, 2023 - 8:27 am
  • Side View of Moterra Montana Sprinter Campervan Rental in Glacier National Park with Mountains in Background
    The Ultimate Campervan Camping GuideJuly 29, 2023 - 8:38 am
  • The Hiking Essentials Gear Guide & Packing List July 21, 2023 - 12:10 pm
  • Five reasons why Mercedes Sprinters Make the Best Campervans: A Perfect Blend of Luxury and VersatilityJune 9, 2023 - 8:00 am
  • Moterra Campervan on Road Trip Through Glacier National Park with Mountain in Background
    Great Campgrounds Outside of Glacier National ParkMay 25, 2023 - 3:34 pm

Press

  • Moterra Campervans Featured in KAYAK’s San Francisco Travel GuideMarch 4, 2025 - 3:50 pm
  • A Note Of Gratitude To Our CommunityDecember 26, 2024 - 11:17 pm
  • The Photographer Mindset Podcast: Guest Trip ReportJune 6, 2023 - 1:28 pm
  • Moterra Team-Ups: Color The Water
    Moterra Team-Ups: Color The WaterJune 21, 2021 - 3:34 pm
  • Offsetting our Carbon Footprint – Tree Era X Moterra CampervansOctober 16, 2020 - 4:31 pm
  • 2020 Yellowstone/Tetons Campground Opening DatesApril 24, 2020 - 12:39 pm
  • Curbed / Try out van life in these sporty four-wheel drive campersApril 30, 2019 - 10:47 am
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Summer is in full swing, and if you *haven’t* finalized your plans for an epic road-trip of a lifetime, here are 5 recommendations of great places for you to explore this year:

* Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park (at night!) in Southern Utah
* Bluegrass Under the Sawtooths festival in Stanley, Idaho (happy 135th birthday Idaho!)
* The Sierra Nevada Grand Traverse (from Yosemite NP to Kings Canyon NP to Sequoia NP)
* Fly Fishing in Acadia National Park (HT: to @llbean Adventures)
* Glacier National Park 🏔️🌄

What are some of your must-see stops this summer?
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We’re now taking bookings for Fall One-Way Trips. Inventory is limited to call/email ASAP!

Chase the sunshine from north to south, from Glacier and Yellowstone and Seattle to our locations in San Francisco and Las Vegas, with all the beautiful of The West in-between.

*inventory is limited* ~ $0 One-Way Fees ~ email info@gomoterra.com or call 307.200.7220
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Summer is here, and we’ve put together a list of epic road trip destinations to inspire you from the Redwoods to Glacier National Park and Banff, to *just outside* Grand Teton & Yellowstone NP, to Acadia National Park, and dark sky viewing in The Uintas outside Salt Lake City.

It’s *your* summer in motion. Now booking at GoMoterra.com (http://GoMoterra.com). Link in profile.
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Nothing brings us more joy than hearing about amazing adventures like this ⭐
Two weeks of adventure in Grand Teton & Yellowstone? Sounds like a dream trip🌲🏔️
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The Pacific Northwest is calling! 🌲🏔️ Don’t miss these must-see destinations:

📍 Mount Rainier National Park – An iconic 14,410-foot volcano is home to 25 glaciers, wildflower meadows, and 260 miles of hiking trails
📍 North Cascades National Park – Jagged peaks, turquoise lakes, and over 300 glaciers in the “American Alps” 
📍 Olympic National Park – A million acres of wilderness featuring three distinct ecosystems: glacier-capped peaks, ancient temperate rainforests, and miles of wild Pacific coastline perfect for beachcombing adventures
📍 San Juan Islands –  Island paradise with orca whale watching, bald eagles soaring overhead, kayaking adventures, and fresh-caught seafood to end your perfect day

Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Where would you explore first? ⬇️
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JUST ANNOUNCED: We are selling ONE of our high roof models. This van is going to move quickly💨. If you are interested, or have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out!!

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SATURDAY! Moterra Provisions: Elevated Gear For Elevated Roadtrips. 
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What we mean when we say "room with a view" 🏜️

#homeonwheels #roadtrip #travelgram #nature #travelphotography #desertsunset
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They call it the Golden Coast for a reason 🌊🚐
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