📝 Join us on a jaw-dropping adventure through Colorado’s San Juan Mountains! 🏞️ From the charming town of Ridgway, we take the less-traveled route to Telluride via the iconic Last Dollar Road — an off-road trail packed with epic views, historic ranches, and a dash of adventure! 🛻💨 ✅ What you'll see in this video: 📍 Ridgway to Telluride via the San Juan Scenic Byway 🚙 Off-roading through Last Dollar Road (great for beginners!) 🏡 Historic filming locations (True Grit, Marlboro Man, etc.) 🌲 Stunning aspen forests & high-altitude campsites 🚠 A ride on the free gondola into downtown Telluride 🍽️ A local’s tip for affordable eats in a pricey ski town! 🎥 This is Mark & Paula – adventurers who love scenic drives, mountain towns, and backroads with stories to tell. The Hubs is finally back in action after a pinched nerve, and we’re excited to bring you along! 📌 Related Links: Plan your trip to Ridgway, CO: https://ridgwaycolorado.com/plan-your-trip Explore Telluride: https://www.telluride.com/ 🛑 Before you hit the trail:Last Dollar Road may be beginner-friendly, but it’s NOT for low-clearance vehicles when wet. We’ll show you where to be cautious and how to make the most of this unforgettable route. 👍 Like, comment, and share if you love off-roading, mountain towns, and unique travel experiences. Don’t forget to subscribe for more backroad adventures! Other videos of the SanJuan Mountains Animas Forks: https://youtu.be/Ofkxs7S0u_k Mineral Creek Road: https://youtu.be/TXMZfvVNo0Q Silverton, Colorado: https://youtu.be/qxvodMBH-Xo Ridgway, Colorado: https://youtu.be/_Wx34iCr1VQ Owl Creek Pass: https://youtu.be/IkaR0MjEdEY Rico, Colorado: https://youtu.be/xqvU9IOI0SU Silver Jack Reservoir: https://youtu.be/v1BP_g7KfmY Ridgway State Park: https://youtu.be/ECaEd9yN6HA Telluride, Colorado: https://youtu.be/ksrv4_oxmGM Million Dollar Highway: https://youtu.be/482zQNctiI8 Yankee Boy Basin: https://youtu.be/4nEq3EBcSD0 Ouray, Colorado: https://youtu.be/o-Lc8vnxUxg #offroadcolorado #LastDollarRoad #Telluride #RVAdventures #ScenicByways 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com 0:00 Introduction 1:19 Last Dollar Road 11:14 Telluride, Colorado #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

Step into the quirky charm of Madrid, New Mexico! This tiny desert town on the Turquoise Trail is bursting with art, color, and character. Once a ghost town, now a vibrant creative hub with galleries, cafes, and a whole lot of soul. Don’t blink—or you’ll miss the magic. 🌵🎨 #MadridNM #TurquoiseTrail #NewMexicoTravel #HiddenGemsUSA #RoadTripVibes #ArtTown #SouthwestStyle 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

Step into the Wild West with us as we explore the legendary Fort Worth Stockyards in Texas! From the historic cattle drive to cowboy hats, longhorns, and live music — this short captures the heart of true Texas culture in under 60 seconds. 📍 Location: Fort Worth Stockyards, Texas 🎥 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more quick travel adventures! #FortWorth #Stockyards #TexasTravel #Cowboys #Shorts #TravelVlog 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

Santa Fe is known for its rich history and stunning adobe architecture—but nestled in the heart of the city is a truly unique landmark: the Loretto Chapel, famous for its miraculous staircase. Built between 1873 and 1878 in an uncommon Gothic Revival style, this historic church was originally part of the Loretto Academy, founded by Catholic Sisters who arrived in New Mexico in 1852. Designed by a French architect and inspired by a chapel in Paris, the Loretto Chapel holds the distinction of being the first Gothic structure west of the Mississippi. But its real claim to fame? A mysterious, gravity-defying staircase built by an unknown carpenter who vanished without a trace. Legend says the Sisters prayed to St. Joseph for help—and on the ninth day, a man arrived with only simple tools. He built a spiral staircase with no central support and no nails, using wood not native to the region. Then, he disappeared. To this day, no one knows who he was. Today, the chapel is privately owned and operated as a museum and wedding venue. Visitors can experience the story through an audio guide as they quietly explore this sacred and storied space. 🎟️ Small admission fee 📍 Not an active parish ✨ A must-see for lovers of history, architecture, and mystery! 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

In Part 3 of our New Mexico road trip, we dive into Albuquerque like tourists, uncovering ancient rock art at Petroglyph National Monument, strolling through the charm of Old Town, and soaring above the city on the iconic Sandia Peak Tramway. 🎨 Plus: We visit the Balloon Museum, explore quirky gems like the Musical Highway, and share insider tips on how to visit Albuquerque’s top museums for free or on the cheap! 🛻 Whether you're road-tripping or planning a Southwest getaway, this is your Albuquerque travel guide from a local-meets-tourist perspective. 📍 Petroglyph Info: https://www.nps.gov/petr/index.htm #AlbuquerqueNM #PetroglyphNationalMonument #SandiaPeakTramway #OldTownAlbuquerque #BalloonFiesta #NewMexicoTravel #ThingsToDoInAlbuquerque #SouthwestRoadTrip #CulturalTravel #RVLife #BalloonMuseum #TravelTipsUSA 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

We’re wrapping up our New Mexico road trip in style—with breathtaking boondocking views, deep cultural history, and a stop at one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in North America: Taos Pueblo! In this final episode of our New Mexico series, we leave beautiful Santa Fe and head to Taos, exploring everything from off-grid Earthship homes to Spanish Colonial architecture, Indigenous traditions, and even a frontier legend—Kit Carson. 🛻 In This Episode: ✨ Discover our free, off-grid campsite near the stunning Rio Grande Gorge & John Dunn Bridge 🏞️ Learn about the Earthship Biotecture Community—self-sustaining homes built from recycled materials 🏰 Step inside Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and living Native American community 🪶 Explore the rich Tiwa traditions, adobe homes, and local artisan crafts 🏛️ Walk through Taos Plaza, John Dunn Shops, and visit the Kit Carson Home & Museum ⛪ Visit San Francisco de Asis Mission Church, a masterpiece of adobe architecture 🪦 Reflect at the Kit Carson Cemetery, final resting place of pioneers and soldiers 💡 RV Tip: Don’t forget to lock your fridge door... or you might be cleaning eggs off the floor like we did 😅 📍 Boondocking Coordinates: 36.53856° N, 105.70870° W 📹 Whether you're planning your next RV road trip, curious about vanlife in New Mexico, or love exploring American Southwest history, this video has something for you. 🌟 Thanks for riding along with us! Don’t forget to: 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe | 📤 Share 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary Check out our blog for links to more information about these areas. 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com 0:00 Introduction 0:31 Earthship Biotecture Community 1:18 Boondocking near Taos 1:55 Rio Grande River Gorge John Dunn Bridge 4:01 Taos Pueblo 6:08 Taos Plaza 7:58 Kit Carson House 9:34 John Dunn House Shops 10:26 Kit Carson Memorial State Park 11:45 San Fransico de Assi Mission Church 12:48 Final Thoughts #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

Turquoise, lead, silver, and gold — Cerrillos has been a center of mineral wealth for centuries. Native Americans once mined these hills for turquoise used in pottery and jewelry, possibly even supplying Chaco Canyon’s 250,000+ turquoise pieces. By the 1800s, Cerrillos boomed with prospectors and saloons, becoming one of the most active mining towns in New Mexico history. #CerrillosNM #TurquoiseTrail #NewMexicoHistory #ChacoCanyon #TurquoiseMining #SouthwestHistory #GhostTownVibes #OldWest #HistoricNewMexico #miningheritage 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel

Just 12 miles west of Taos, the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge offers one of New Mexico’s most scenic (and surprising) overnight spots — and it’s completely free for RVs! Park on the edge of a dramatic canyon, watch bighorn sheep roam by, and explore trails, vendors, and unforgettable views. Bonus: This iconic bridge has even starred in movies! A perfect stop along Highway 64 you won’t want to miss. #RioGrandeGorgeBridge #TaosNewMexico #FreeCamping #RVCamping #NewMexicoTravel #ScenicByways #VanLifeUSA #BoondockingSpots #BighornSheep #RoadTripUSA 📍 Find Us Here! 👉 Facebook: facebook.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/switchinggearsrvdiary 🌐 Website/Blog: switchinggearsrvdiary.com #RV Travel #Boondocking #Travel Vlog #Scenic Travel