Rawlins, WY
Park City RV Resort and Rawlings KOA (28-30 May 23)
There were a couple of quick stops as we made our transit from southern Utah to Cheyenne, WY. The definite highlight was seeing some more of our Navy Ohana living in Park City. Rawlins was an overnight stop necessary to maintain our safe travels!
John and Jeanne were phenomenal hosts and Park City ambassadors! Unfortunately, we were only able to spend the one night as we had hard dates to make in Cheyenne – but we did make the most of it! John and Jeanne picked us up at our campsite and after a tour of our home, we were off for a windshield tour of Park City. Long-time residents, J & J gave us a great tour of the Olympic training camp, historic downtown Park City and a ride on the “Funicular” at Deer Valley Ski Resort to the “St. Regis Hotel” patio bar.
The weather was spectacular so we were able to enjoy the signature cocktails on the patio and take in the sights of the surrounding mountains. St. Regis staff also demonstrated the art of champagne sabrage by popping the champagne cork. A saber carrying storyteller explains the history of the tradition before expertly removing the champagne cork with a saber. It was a cool event to experience, and we were able to enjoy the complimentary champagne afterward.
Following cocktails, we headed back to J & J’s home for dinner. Jeanne prepared a great meal and we were joined by their son, Collin, with whom we all enjoyed dinner on the back deck overlooking the mountains. Located on the outskirts of the city, the neighborhood has mule deer and elk passing through on a daily basis. Their house is magnificent, dinner was outstanding and the company wonderful! The evening ended much too soon, but alas we had an early start and some people still had to work!
The “Park City RV Resort” is perfectly situated next to a river and in the mountain valley. It is immaculately kept and the staff was great. All sites were level asphalt with concrete patios and grass between the sites. The only negative for me was the lack of space. The owners definitely maximized the trailer hook-ups at the cost of any sense of privacy. Also being a relatively expensive campground, this would probably not be the top pick when we come back to Park City!
Rawlins was simply a one-night stopover due to distance to Cheyenne. Being Memorial Day, the choices for dinner were limited, but we did find “Bucks Sports Grill” which was a nice experience. Good food, good beer and great service! We stayed at the “Rawlings KOA Journey” and had no issues. Staff was great, sites were fine, and it was a great place to spend the night.
Camping up with the Joneses 