The Murphys Go Camping
The Murphys Go Camping
Rose Murphy
As we travel the states in a teardrop trailer we will update folks on the beauty of our nation, National and State Parks, geological formations, as well as tips and hints for making camping fun and easy. Kelly and Rose have been camping together for 38 years and going strong.
Rockhounding: Obsidian and Opals in Northern Nevada and Northeast CA
Virgin Valley, Warner Mountains, Davis Creek, CA. It's a loop of remote desert and canyons. Sheldon Nat'l Wildlife Refuge. What can you find in these beautiful areas? Wildlife, free camping, nature, beauty, rocks and small junctions.
Jul 4, 2022
21 min
Scenic Byway, highway 395, California
We traveled, in April, from the southern part of the Scenic Byway 395 to the most northern. In this episode find recommendations on campgrounds, hot springs, brew pubs, lakes, rivers, historic towns, and how to find dispersed camping. Learn some of the history and fun activities to do along the 227 mile journey.
May 1, 2022
18 min
Mono Co., CA, scenic byway 395, Bodie Ghost Town and Benton Hot Springs
Need to escape the summer heat? Like to rockhound, soak in hot springs and see historic sites? Check out the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountain Range and enjoy sweet old towns, rivers, lakes and beauty all around.
Aug 29, 2021
14 min
California Central Coast, Camping from Santa Cruz to Morro Bay, traveling highway 1
Is camping becoming too crowded? Where can one stay on the central coast? What types of campgrounds can be found? What amenities do they have? Traveling highway 1. Fruit stands, fresh fish, taqurias, ocean breezes and our take on the state of camping in populated areas.
Jul 16, 2021
21 min
Exploring the Coastal Redwoods
Follow us on the Trinity Scenic Byway to the Pacific Coast and up into Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park.  Northern CA is full of treasures!   What will you see?   Where can you dine?  What is camping like?  Listen to #themurphysgocamping to learn more about this pristine and beautiful  area.
Feb 15, 2021
21 min
Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge, small towns and free camping in Northern Nevada.
As we travel in a teardrop we look for unique destinations, free camping and towns with interesting features and history. Join me for a quick tour as The Murphys Go Camping in Nevada's high desert.....no camping fees required!!
Oct 3, 2020
12 min
John Day, Eastern Oregon Fossils
Learn more about the famous fossil beds in Eastern Oregon. From a 5-star state park to camp in, nearby historic towns, hikes and National Monuments, I'll share some highlights and tips from a recent 3 day camping adventure with family.
Sep 30, 2020
8 min
Three Fantastic Camping Spots in Eastern Nevada
The Berlin-Ichthyosaur and Cathedral Gorge State Parks offer interesting activities, amazing history, gorgeous geological formations and camping away from large crowds. Great Basin National Park sits in between these two. Learn more about these great finds and better yet, plan your own visit soon!!
Aug 1, 2020
15 min
Panguitch, Utah, traveling scenic byway 12, boondocking and The Outlaw Roost in Hanksville.
Starting near Bryce Canyon, scenic byway, highway 12, is over 120 miles of glorious rock formations, quaint towns, ancient ruins, spectacular views and history. Follow the Murphys as they navigate this area in their teardrop trailer.
Jun 30, 2020
11 min
Old Middlegate Station, the loneliest road-highway 50, Nevada.
What's the history of Old Middlegate Station, a shoe tree and a cabin from Rawhide, NV? Why should you check it all out? Find out about our return visit.
Jun 25, 2020
8 min
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