The Moterra Adventure Journal

If you are lucky enough to get to hike Glacier National Park in stunning Montana, these are our must sees! Avalanche Lake Hike: Easy access coupled with breathtaking views, Avalanche Lake is a must-do for anyone spending time on the west side of Glacier. Located 5.5 miles past Lake Mcdonald Lodge on the famed Going-to-the-Sun road, the Avalanche trailhead is a popular spot to camp, picnic, play in the river and of course hike to...

Scenic Float/ Whitewater Rafting: The Scenic Float down the Middle Fork of the Flathead River is a favorite of ours, through a pristine mountain landscape and dense forested terrain.  We recommend this for visitors looking for a leisurely activity and those thirsty to know more about the park. The guiding company we often steer people towards is Montana Raft as their guides are some of the most knowledgeable in the park. Looking to kick up...

Camping in Glacier National Park can be confusing, with each campsite operating separately with its own procedures, fees and rules. At 19 feet, Moterra campervans fit into most campsites which offers you more flexibility in where you can stay.  Most campsites operate on a first come first serve basis, with a few exceptions.  Apgar Campground: Glacier’s largest campground situated on the southern edge of Lake Mcdonald and only 5 minutes from the West Glacier entrance,...

Yellowstone National Park is the oldest national park in the world and still arguably its most famous. With so many incredible and bizarre sights to behold, it can be hard to know where to start, so we’ve compiled a list of our favorite hikes in Yellowstone to help you get the most out of your Yellowstone adventure. Old Faithful Boardwalk This one will be crowded, so arrive early in the morning for the best experience....

Camping in Yellowstone is indisputably the best way to experience the beauty of this park, particularly as lodging often books out six-months in advance. While the hotels fill up early, many campsites in the park are first come first served. This means waking up early to make sure you score a spot, but the sites are well worth it. You can also book campsites on the lower loop in advance. Canyon Canyon Village Campground is...

Curbed By Megan Barber Apr 29, 2019 Want to try a Sportsmobile before you buy? Here’s an option. The Mount Moran camper van is a 2017 4×4 Mercedes Sprinter van converted by Sportsmobile and available to rent from Moterra Campervans. All photos courtesy of Moterra Campervans Van life is one of the most up-and-coming sectors of the RV industry—for both millennials and older generations—and every week Curbed sees a new camper van, custom conversion company, or a new DIY kit for...

Scenic Float The Scenic Float float down the Snake River is a favorite of ours, through a pristine rocky mountain landscape and dense pine forested glacial terrain. We recommend this for visitors looking for a leisurely activity and those thirsty to know more about the park. The guiding company we often steer people towards is Barker Ewing as their guides are some of the most knowledgeable in the park. More information > Whitewater Looking to...

Who eats in Jackson? We do! We’ve been renting vans out of Jackson Hole for several years now and living here longer, so we thought we’d sit down and decide on our favorite eats in the town of Jackson. For a small town, Jackson, WY has a ton of great dining options. For us, too many options can be paralyzing so we’ve whittled your options down to make the decision easier. It’s a short list,...

Camping in the Tetons National Park can be confusing, with each campsite operating separately with its own procedures, fees and rules. At 19 feet, Moterra campervans fit into the ‘tent’ camping sites which offers you more flexibility in where you can stay. Even with this recommendation list, it can be difficult to negotiate the regulations around first come first serve sites while wrapping your mind around the best flow to maximize your time in the...

Hiking in the Tetons is an experience you will never forget. In summer, the days stretch long, and while the park boasts over 200 miles of hikeable trails, it only takes around 2 hours to drive from one end of the park to the other. Expect crowds in the peak seasons, and make sure you get on the trail early!  Cascade Canyon Breathtakingly beautiful and easily accessible, it’s no wonder this is one of the...