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February 2, 2022

    February 2, 2022

    A couple on a rock admiring a vast vista

    Take a memorable Valentine’s Day road trip. The second month of the year is a great time to fall in love with RV travel. The following locations will make you get back in touch with your passion for hitting the road.

    North Carolina

    Nothing could be finer than a trip to the Tarheel States sweetest attractions.

    Escape to the Great Smoky Mountains

    See our Regional Travel Calendar for more year-round destinations.

    Take a romantic escape into the mountains. Hikers can follow hundreds of miles of trails, like the four-mile Appalachian Trail to the Charlies Bunion route for jaw-dropping mountain views, the two-mile Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest Loop Trail to explore old-growth forests, and nine-mile Mountains-to-Sea Trail for exceptional wildlife viewing. There are more than 100 scenic waterfalls in the Smokies, from the elegant Grotto Falls to the 100-foot-high Ramsey Cascade.

    Elegant mansion with blue lawn in foreground and cloudy sky overhead

    Biltmore Estate in North Carolina. Getty Images

    Dine in the Biltmore Estate

    Biltmore Estate is the largest privately owned house in the United States. Comprised of more than 8,000 acres, the home touts 250 rooms including 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, a 10,000-volume library and 65 fireplaces. Take the regular house tour but don’t miss some behind-the-scene offerings like the Rooftop Tour with spectacular views. Enjoy a special Valentine’s Day meal at the estate.

    Choose from these North Carolina RV Parks:

    Asheville Bear Creek RV Park, Asheville Lakewood RV Resort, Flat Rock
    Camping World Racing Resort, Charlotte Fayetteville RV Resort & Cottages, Wade
    Raleigh Oaks RV Resort & Cottages, Four Oaks
    Individual riding a zip line over water.

    Myrtle Beach. Getty Images

    South Carolina

    The Palmetto State is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the nation. Take a walk on the shore and cap it with a libation at an oceanside bar.

    Have Fun in Myrtle Beach 

    Exciting attractions await at Broadway at the Beach. Make a splash in Myrtle Beach Water Park, strike a pose at Old Tyme Portraits and play with more than 100 interactive exhibits at WonderWorks. Finish your action-packed day by watching Legends in Concert, a celebrity tribute show, or taking a paddle boat ride under the Broadway bridges.

    Leave Your Troubles Behind in Hilton Head Island

    Looking for a romantic getaway? From atop the Harbour Town Lighthouse, you can see Hilton Head Island spread out below you, with undulating hills and magnificent beaches bordering the jewel-toned Atlantic. Hilton Head Island is a preeminent getaway, where relaxation comes easy, and you can find it in each crash of a wave along the sandy shores. You’ll also find a bounty of recreational opportunities, live entertainment venues and upscale shopping and dining experiences. Choose from these South Carolina RV Parks:

    Choose from these South Carolina RV Parks:

    Camp Lake Jasper RV Resort, Hardeeville Myrtle Beach Travel Park, Myrtle Beach
    Hilton Head Harbor RV Resort & Marina, Hilton Head Island Ocean Lakes Family Campground, Myrtle Beach
    Apache Family Campground & Pier, Myrtle Beach
    A street scene of downtown Nashville.

    Neon signs on Lower Broadway Area of Nashville. Getty Images.

    Tennessee

    The Volunteer State reels in visitors seeking music, mountains and great down-home cooking. Reignite your love of the great outdoors in the shadow of the Smokies.

    Grab a Bite in Nashville

    Treat your sweetheart to a food tour of Nashville. Sign up for a Nashville Food Tour and sample distinctive Southern fare in local eateries. Enjoy hearty barbecue and toast some of the spirits distilled in town. After dark, enjoy a drink in The Valentine, a top Music City hot spot that throws a special celebration on February 14th.

    Explore the Smokies

    A hike in nature is a great couple’s activity. Pigeon Forge is a gateway to 500 thousand acres of Appalachian wilderness, making the perfect Smoky Mountain escape even easier. This mountain resort city is a year-round family vacation destination, with attractions ranging from Alpine mountain coasters to dinner theaters, making it the All American getaway. Welcoming more than 10 million visitors a year, the Smokies are America’s most visited national park, and it’s easy to see why. 

    Choose from these Tennessee RV Parks:

    Chattanooga Holiday Travel Park, Chattanooga Pine Mountain RV Park by the Creek, Pigeon Forge
    Belle Ridge Campground, Monterey Riveredge RV Park & Cabin Rentals, Pigeon Forge
    Two Rivers Campground, Nashville Sun Outdoors Sevierville Pigeon Forge, Sevierville
    Clabough’s Campground, Pigeon Forge Big Meadow Family Campground, Townsend
    Creekside RV Park, Pigeon Forge
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    John Sullaway

    John Sullaway

    John Sullaway has worked for years as a writer and editor for outdoor publications including RV Business, Highways and the Good Sam Campground and Coupon Guide. A SoCal native, John enjoys spending time with his family and two chihuahua mixes who think they're pit bulls.

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