Hi, we’re the Clark family—Shane, Venessa, Alex, Kameron, Marcus, and Bryce. We’re from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and for years our RV gave us a way to travel together, see new places, and make memories as a family. These days, as our children have grown, Shane and Venessa are continuing the journey and sharing what we learn along the way.
Our goal is to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks. CapeRvTravelers is where we share the trips that take us there, the campground and travel lessons we learn, and practical ideas that can help you plan your own adventures.
Our Camping Story Began Before the RV
We started with tent camping, including trips to Bear Brook State Park in New Hampshire. We loved being outdoors and spending that time together, but as our family grew from four to six, planning and paying for vacations became more complicated. We wanted a way to keep traveling that worked for our family.
We considered different options, went to RV shows, researched campers, and talked with other owners. In spring 2016, we bought our first RV. We did not have every trip mapped out. We simply knew we wanted to keep exploring together.
One National Park Changed Our Plans
Our first cross-country RV trip took us to Grand Canyon National Park, the first National Park we visited. Seeing it in person changed the way we thought about travel. We wanted to see more of the places we had only read about and give our children the chance to experience them with us.
One park led to another. Along the way, we discovered that some of our best memories came from the unexpected parts of a trip—the detours, the conversations, and the places we had not planned to find.
Read our Grand Canyon road trip https://capervtravelers.com/grand-canyon-road-trip/
A New Chapter on the Road
Our kids grew older and life got busier. For a while, the RV spent more time parked than traveling. The dream of getting back on the road stayed with us, though. Now we are finding our way into a new chapter of RV travel as a couple, while carrying the family memories that started it all.
We still want to visit every National Park, one trip at a time. We also want to show that the way you travel can change as your family changes. A trip with young children, a weekend close to home, and a long road trip as a couple can all be worth taking.
Why We Share Our Trips
In 2020, Venessa suggested that we share our travels online. Our son Kameron helped us build the website, and CapeRvTravelers began as a place to record where we had been. Over time, we realized our experi O ences could help other RV travelers, too.
We write about what worked, what we would do differently, and what we wish we had known before leaving home. Our stories are personal, and our tips are meant to make planning easier. Whether you are new to RVing or looking for your next destination, we hope you find an idea here that helps you get on the road.
Start Exploring With Us
Looking for inspiration or help planning your next trip? These are good places to begin:
