Campfire Stories - Heartland RV

Stories from the road, RV tips, and real experiences from the Heartland community.

A young girl sits at a breakfast table set with paper plates, syrup, and a bottle of orange juice next to a Happy Campers sign, creating Heartland RV memories.

Top 5 Heartland RV Memories That Changed Our Lives

When people ask me why we love RVing so much, I don’t immediately think about the miles we’ve traveled or...

A Bighorn fifth-wheel RV with blue LED awning lights parked at Red Rock RV Park, complete with a small campfire and outdoor chairs.

Red Rock RV Park In Island Park Idaho The Perfect Base Camp for Yellowstone

If you’re planning an RV trip to Yellowstone National Park, there’s one big decision to make before you ever pull...

A person wearing a helmet sits on an ATV inside the cargo area of a recreational vehicle.

What Is a Toy Hauler? Everything You Need to Know.

A toy hauler is a type of RV with a built-in garage at the rear, accessed by a fold-down ramp...

A white Milestone fifth-wheel RV, which is a type of towable trailer known for its spacious design, parked in a wooded area with its awning extended and two outdoor chairs set up underneath.

What Is a Fifth Wheel? Trailer Guide & Is It Right for You.

What Is a Fifth Wheel Trailer? (And Is It Right for You?) A fifth wheel is a large towable RV...

A young boy plays in a sandbox with a red bucket and green shovel, an essential activity during our cross country road trip, while two adults sit on a swing in the blurred background.

Planning and Packing for a Cross-Country RV Trip

There is something exciting about pulling out of the driveway with a full tank of fuel, a well stocked refrigerator,...

A fifth-wheel RV with an extended awning parked on a concrete pad, with a person standing nearby and a patio table with a yellow umbrella.

What We Looked for in Our Next RV and Why the Bighorn 31RL Checked Every Box

After years of camping with a large family, our camping style has changed a lot. We went from owning a...

A man, a woman, and two children set up a picnic blanket on the grass near a pond.

Planning an RV Road Trip

There’s just something about an RV road trip. It’s not just about getting from point A to point B; it’s...

A smiling man and woman stand in front of a white Bighorn fifth-wheel RV, surrounded by fall foliage, as they enjoy the RV lifestyle.

His and Her Must-Have Features in a New RV

Shopping for a new rig is a little like building your dream home on wheels. There are the practical must-haves,...

A white North Trail travel trailer parked on a sandy beach next to a rocky shoreline, with people sitting under the extended awning.

2026 Heartland Travel Trailers: Finding the Right Fit for Your Next Adventure

There’s something special about the moment a trip begins—the anticipation, the freedom, the unknown ahead. Whether it’s your first time...