An RV road trip is one of the best ways to spend quality time together as a family. It’s a unique vacation that allows you to share your love of the road with the kids, and it’s a fun alternative to typical holiday celebrations, too.

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, you have a prime opportunity to take the RV out for a spin and discover a campground you haven’t been to yet!

Here are 5 destination ideas for RV road trips worth paying a visit to during Thanksgiving.

Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

The Grand Canyon is a great road trip destination if you’re in the Southwest part of the United States. It will only take a day or two from certain parts of Texas and it’s easily accessible by road from California, too.

Once you’re in the area, there are plenty of RV parks for you to choose from.

Some offer a wide range of amenities while others are a little simpler. But, they all put you in a good position to enjoy the beauty of the Grand Canyon. Many of them also host Thanksgiving celebrations for park guests to join in on.

South Padre Island, Texas

Speaking of Thanksgiving celebrations, how would you like to go to a potluck with hundreds of people who also enjoy RVing? That’s basically what a South Padre Island Thanksgiving is like!

This RV campground in the south of Texas is a way away from Texas’s biggest cities, let alone the neighboring states. But it is a gem of a place to visit, especially during Thanksgiving.

Top of the Hill RV Resort, Texas

If you do decide to head to South Padre this Thanksgiving, consider stopping at Top of the Hill RV Resort on your journey. They host an annual “Turkey in a Trashcan” Thanksgiving where 6 large turkeys are roasted in an open pit for the whole campground to enjoy.

Of course, you can’t be here and in South Padre on Thanksgiving day, but it is worth planning an RV road trip in the south of Texas that allows you to enjoy both and spend Thanksgiving day at one or the other.

Tallulah Gorge State Park, Georgia

For RV enthusiasts on the Eastern side of the United States, one of the best Thanksgiving destinations is Tallulah Gorge State Park. This is a relatively small state park that lights up during Thanksgiving; hosting an annual guided hike throughout the Gorge for just $5.

Keep in mind this means you’ll be experiencing the trails with a pretty big crowd, as there is usually a good turnout for this event. However, it is a fun way to get to know other RVing families and do something a little different for Thanksgiving.

The Pacific Coast Highway

The final road trip idea to think about doing on Thanksgiving break is the Pacific Coast Highway. This route doesn’t get old.

Between the ocean views, the lush forestry, and the winding roads that guide you through it all, it’s an incredible road trip every step of the way. You and your kids will love looking out the windows of the RV as you go up and down the coast, and there are plenty of affordable RV grounds to set up shop for the night.

RV Road Trips: The Perfect Getaway Any Time of Year

There’s never a bad time to take an RV road trip.

This is a great way to get the family together and discover the United States from a unique perspective. The memories you make on the road stay with you all forever, but the ones you make during the holidays are particularly special.

If you’re still new to taking RV road trips, use these saving tips to help you make the most of the journey without blowing your budget!