Brews, Bikes and Boondocking in Bend, Oregon
Bend, Oregon, and the surrounding area, abound in breweries, biking trails and plenty of free places to boondock. If you love the outdoors, good food and local beer, Bend is your road trip destination! With ample camping just outside of town right on the…
Galena Lodge for the Whole Family
A perfect weekend getaway with unlimited outdoor options! One of our family’s favorite spots to camp and adventure is Galena Lodge, nestled in the beautiful and rugged Sawtooth mountains of southwest Idaho. Galena Lodge sits near the top of Galena Pass, between Sun Valley…
Multi-Sport Adventure Weekend: Stanley Lake, Idaho
Looking for that perfect spot to hike, fish, bike and swim? Stanley Lake is the place for your multi-sport adventure weekend. Just a few hours from Boise, Stanley Lake is the perfect family or group camping spot. Fishing, boating, hiking, and mountain biking. All…
Pros & Cons of Downsizing to a Van
Thinking about downsizing to a camper van? If you currently travel in a larger RV or towable, maybe you’ve started to wonder why it seems everyone these days has decided to live in a van down by the river. Van life isn’t anything new……
How to enjoy traveling with friends & family
Whether traveling as a family, with a romantic partner, or a group of friends, traveling with others can be both fun and challenging! One of our favorite parts of travel at Adventure Life Vans is sharing it with others. Traveling with those we love…
Adventures in McCall, Idaho
Looking for a weekend getaway near Boise that offers year round outdoor activities? Year-round, McCall, Idaho is a quick and easy day-trip or weekend getaway from Boise. At a higher elevation than Boise (just over 5,000 ft), McCall provides excellent snow in the winter…
The Value that Van Life Creates
Wondering about the value van life creates? Ever wondered why someone would pay anywhere from $50,000 to upwards of $300,00 on a camper van conversion?! Well, initially we did too! Like many families, we started our camping adventures with tent camping. This quickly progressed…
Crowd-Pleasing Camping Meals
(This article contains Amazon Affiliate links) Looking for convenient and crowd-pleasing camping meals? Cooking in a van, an RV or over a campfire requires some creativity in terms of space and ingredients. We like to pick items we can easily make ahead and reheat…
Avoid the Crowds in Magic Valley
Just under a two-hour drive from Boise, Idaho, the Magic Valley boasts hot springs, hikes and history. And the best part… no crowds! It’s the perfect getaway for an easy one night van trip from Boise, mixing a little bit of pampering with a…
Adventures in Boise, Idaho
Have you spent time exploring Boise, Idaho? While many of our van adventures take us away from our home town, we also love exploring our home town. #Vanlife adventures come in all shapes and sizes. If you have young kids or don’t want to…