Oregon Coast to California Desert Route & Stops - RV Snowbird Trip - November 2022 Update

4 Free overnight RV stopovers along this year's route south from Winchester Bay, Oregon, to the California desert.
Seven Feathers Casino, OR - sevenfeathers....
Camping World Redding, CA - rv.campingworl...
Thunder Valley Casino, CA - thundervalleyr...
Harris Ranch Inn and Restaurants, CA - www.harrisranc...
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See Previous Video - Snowbird Trip Update - Adventurous Wet Beginning Early November 2022 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5W1fpWoZ7tno7M *Overnight Stop List* Seven Feathers Casino, OR - sevenfeathers.com/ Camping World Redding, CA - rv.campingworld.com/dealer/redding-california-anderson Thunder Valley Casino, CA - thundervalleyresort.com/home Harris Ranch Inn and Restaurants, CA - www.harrisranch.com/

[@bobwallis1757]

cool video Ray, I used to drive truck back in the 80's, the best steak I ever can remember was there at Harris ranch

[@DennisWintjes2]

Thanks Ray. Like 268

[@joycemarino9800]

We did a lot of the same stops this summer but in reverse. We leave Palm Desert in May and head north. We spent 2 months in the Canadian Rockies and it was absolutely spectacular and came back through Nelson in mid august and headed to the Oregon coast. We also camped on the pier at Salmon Harbor and it was pretty crowded but there are some terrific beach campground between there and Florence. Tillicum is a favorite and a stop at the Hilltop café in Waldport for the best hamburger is a must! I avoid the 5 Freeway always and opt for the Hwy 395 for the Sierras. We are mapping our route for Canada again this coming summer and will be exploring Vancouver Island and taking advantage of your videos of all the great areas you've traveled to. Thanks for them and welcome back to the U.S. and the desert.

[@ceetee2021]

Thanks for the travels. I like that you show your route on the map several times, helps to get oriented without me pulling up google maps. Happy Trails

[@winnie363]

Setting in American Girl watching your video. Warm and windy here as usual Ray. Safe Travels !!

[@mjm3852]

Love the shot of all the seagulls in the lot near the end. Some day we would love to travel the west coast either or down. We look forward to getting to the desert again this year. On our inaugural visit last year, we met some fantastic people and hope to connect again this year. Your videos inspired us to travel and live the rv lifestyle full-time. Thank you.

[@davidpatrick1813]

close to our neck of the woods... we are coastal though

[@jeandecker4073]

I’ve been to Thunder Valley Casino many times with my mom. She lived not too far from there. She passed away in January at 104 years old. She loved to play those slot machines. Thanks for sharing.

[@arkansastraveler7698]

When we where in the Elkhart area last month, all the factories had full lots of new rvs.

[@davidhall869]

Thx.being for BC I hope,one of these winters of going south.

[@williamcochell9889]

I paused The video when you pulled over at weed. if you ever get a chance the route between weed or Shasta east to Susanville is one of the most fantastic beautiful interesting rides you can imagine!

[@katiebellejohnson2688]

I agree!

[@williamcochell9889]

@@katiebellejohnson2688 I used to live in Las Vegas but had family in Ashland Oregon, are used to make that drive frequently! Love small towns and farms! The Lakes, Mount Lassen area! Was never bored with that drive!

[@LoveYourRV]

Have been part of the way I think back in September 2010 with a camper van we visited Lassen NP and traveled from Shasta area to it.

[@williamcochell9889]

@@LoveYourRV I lived in Las Vegas and had family in Ashland Oregon. I frequently made that trip I never tired of that beautiful drive! The quaint little towns beautiful scenery lakes Mount Lassen etc.! Thank you so much for the quick reply impressive

[@herb7877]

Nicely done. We've done a pretty simular path the last couple of years. Not sure about this year though. Time to mix it up. ...

[@kevinb3534]

Safe travels

[@dclassb8135]

We’ll be driving a very similar route this coming January on our snowbird trip from Kelowna to Quartzsite. Thanks for all the great tips

[@ericcowan7759]

Seven Feathers is such a great place to stay! People are always so friendly. Every once in awhile we splurge and pay to stay in their, amazingly well kept campground. Glad you had, relatively uneventful travels, aside from the impatient traveler.

[@timalmich1964]

Thanks ray great video

[@brandonpeniuk]

I can't believe the seagull's nesting ground. There is a heck of a lot of them. Thanks for sharing, Ray! I'll be looking to watching your next video.

[@ThisOldRV2023]

Glad you make it safely over the Siskiyou Pass, Ray and Ann. We've been thinking about you. Time to slow down now and relax. Enjoy the desert!

[@mrc1539]

I know that underpass in Marysville very well , the company that I drive for has topped out two trailers there. I had to go down and recover one. Nice drive around Ellis Lake except for the traffic in that area. Take Care and have fun in your travels 😉 !

[@robertburgess6100]

Enjoy the southwest trip! Be safe

[@billstoys8324]

Thanks for the tour through my memory. I have lived in several areas that you went through. I was raised in Tulelake east of Medford. Then my teen years I lived in Bakersfield and would go out into the desert hunting turtles. Then I worked in Rocklin not far from the Thunder Valley Casino. All of those years we would RV around the areas you went through. Loved seeing snow on Mt. Shasta!!! Happy RVing!!

[@citizencane3492]

Hello Ray and Anne! Well I’ve been here long enough to miss Angie … still sorry for that loss to you both, and to your channel. She was special. Best wishes Brother.

[@LoveYourRV]

Thanks very much. She was in our thoughts yesterday as Anne and I celebrated 19 years together. Angie was one of the reasons we got together in the first place as we both owned beagles. :) Cheers, Ray

[@skpjoecoursegold366]

Happy and safe travels Ray and Ann.

[@jwrappuhn71]

Good vid Ray.

[@robertbrink3847]

I just know listening and watching your videos I know my blood pressure lowers 15 pts minimum…could be more…thanks ray and big pharma may be putting you on a list….

[@suzannebornestig4163]

Hi Ray and Anne, As always we are enjoying your videos. We will be heading south in a couple of weeks from Powell River via Victoria to Port Angeles. Thanks for the tip about vaccinations to board the ferry, we too thought all that was done. We are curious about your entry into California, was there a vehicle inspection or check stop of any kind? Thanks, Suzanne & Peter

[@LoveYourRV]

Yes, most highway entrance points to California have agriculture inspection stations. Sometimes they are manned, other times not. We went through on I5 Sunday, and nobody was even there. Generally, they either just wave you through or quickly ask about the fruits and vegetables you may be carrying and where you bought them. They can search the vehicle but hasn't happened to us. The sheer volume of traffic makes it pretty hard to check everyone, so the odds are low of getting pulled over for an in-depth inspection. Cheers, Ray

[@suzannebornestig4163]

@@LoveYourRV OK Thanks for the info, we are concerned about the diesel vehicle being a concern for them.

[@LoveYourRV]

The CA residents have some sort of smog testing, I think as I see ad signs around for smog checks, but haven't heard of visitors having to have that done. The only thing I'd be remotely concerned about is if you have deleted your diesel emissions system. Not likely, but could be pulled over if it was obvious. But IMO a very remote chance given the traffic volumes.

[@suzannebornestig4163]

@@LoveYourRV hi again Ray and Anne, I meant to ask did you have a reservation on the ferry from Victoria?

[@LoveYourRV]

@@suzannebornestig4163 Yes, I always get the reservation since it's only an extra 11 bucks.

[@henrivanbemmel]

Do you have trouble with mice etc getting into your RV or truck? What works the best?

[@LoveYourRV]

Sometimes over the years, but not a huge issue as we tend to move around a lot. Forest mice and little desert kangaroo rats (which look like a mouse) like to come in the trailer sometimes looking for food. Best thing is to make sure they can't access any food and they usually don't stay around. If they do I trap them. I've blocked off most of the access points but occasionally we get one or two if an area is infested. The truck gets attacked generally by either pack rats or squirrels looking for nesting materials. If in an area where they are a problem, best thing to do is park the truck in an open area not near a bush, open the hood and use lights above and below the engine to discourage them. Rodents like cover hide behind. Cheers, Ray

[@jerrydaminato743]

Do you need snow tires for that pass?

[@LoveYourRV]

Most of the signs I saw said carry chains or have traction tires. Sometimes when it gets bad I think they go with chains only, not sure. There were several long areas before the passes with signs saying chain up area.

[@herb7877]

Just FYI... at times the "Chains Required" sign is out when the snow has stacked up or is coming down strongly. If you are towing a trailer you have to chain that up as well. A REAL PAIN ! I usually will hole up in Ashland for a day or two and then go over. 95% of the time on dry pavement. If it starts to snow when I'm real close I'll push to get over before the signs go up. Makes a longer day but will not chain the trailer. Too much work and and clearance issues.

[@LoveYourRV]

@@herb7877 Thanks for the info, Herb 👍

[@KJRitch]

Traveling through California and staying there is not my cup of tea.

[@LoveYourRV]

I find natural beauty and good friends that I enjoy in all the US states I visit. Great country! Some of the best friends I've made live in CA. There are parts of the state that don't appeal to me like the major urban areas, too busy and crowded fro my taste but I'd never say the whole state is bad. I find it one of the most beautiful states to explore, with such a diverse and rich geography.