The PNW boasts some seriously fantastic hot springs. We’ve listed a few of our favorites in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho paired with fun activities in the area. From more developed resorts to rustic hike-ins, find a restful, serene soak at one of these 10 Pacific Northwest hot springs.

2021 certainly was a hallmark year here at Peace Vans. There were many ups and downs throughout the last 12 months, but we’re here to celebrate all of the insanely cool and exciting things that happened in our Peace Vans Family this year.

Road trips provide the perfect opportunity to dive into a podcast. The time on the road without other distractions is ideal for tuning into something new. Sure, we love listening to our favorite songs while ticking off miles on the road (heck, we’re usually singing right along), but we also love how thought-provoking and inspiring podcasts can be. Check out these 8 best podcasts for your next road trip—curated to spark your curiosity, expand your perception, and foster conversation once you’ve finished listening.

This year, we rounded up our favorite gifts from brands we love to provide a comprehensive guide for every outdoor enthusiast on your list. We’ve got options to appease the dawn patroller, the leisure-loving traveler, the camp chef, the digital nomad, and everyone in between.

This #GivingTuesday, please join us in supporting eight special organizations. They’re fighting the good fight for a healthier planet and a more just world. We love how dedicated days, like #GivingTuesday, remind us about the importance of giving back. But the real difference comes when we extend that support 365 days a year.

I used to think the whole Small Business Saturday thing was a bit overwrought. Nine years into Peace Vans, I know that Small Business Saturday and anything that calls out the reality of owning and running a small business is real and needed.

We’ve teamed up with two of our favorite Washington food brands, Girl Meets Dirt and Firefly Kitchens, to bring you some seriously tasty recipes for the road. Packed with flavor, high-quality ingredients, and simple preparation—these meals will elevate your camping cooking and satisfy even the most discerning tastes.

Whether you plan to spend the winter adventuring around or you prefer to put your van into hibernation until spring, follow these tips to ensure you get through these next several months still smiling.

We asked you to submit your favorite campfire story to celebrate the spookiest of seasons—and, oh my, did you deliver! It was tough to select just one, but we’re excited to share Candice Caetano’s otherworldly story.

We might be a little biased, but we think there’s no better place to explore than the Pacific Northwest and no better method than by camper van. We chatted with Jess, Peace Vans Rentals Manager, to get the scoop on what we offer, special perks, and some of our favorite PNW road trips.

Pete Selby wasn’t looking for a Vanagon. It was the Vanagon that found Pete. He bought the VW Vanagon from his friend Richie, and restored it through Peac Vans. The van has strengthened his undeniable bond with his dog, Pancho Toast.

The Southwest offers an ideal escape with enchanting places to explore whether you’re traveling in the fall, winter, spring or summer (not to mention it’s a nice respite from the wet and rainy climate on the western side of the Cascades).

One of the fastest ways a road trip can go south (and we don’t mean for margaritas on the beach in Baja) is to be caught off-guard and unprepared for a minor mishap.

The Mercedes Metris is your all-purpose camper van—with an ideal footprint designed for extended road trips, it also doubles as an excellent daily driver that you can easily park in a garage or driveway.

As the school year ramps up again and kids head back into classrooms, we love to balance inside learning with some really cool science-based activities in the great outdoors. Check out our Outdoor School lessons and download a free worksheet!

What if you could build community, grow your confidence, and develop lifelong skills—all while connecting with like-minded people in the great outdoors?

Sarah Robbins is an illustrator, painter and designer living and working in Seattle. Her studio is filled with old LIFE Magazines, maps, vintage packaging, and faded thrift store paintings (you know the ones), and a lot of those themes bleed into her work.

Becca Fuhrman is an artist and art director living and working in Seattle. Trained in art and architecture, her interests lie in understanding and illustrating the personal narratives of people and space.

When you’re in need of some low key moments to unwind in a serene and beautiful place—check out our picks for 7 spots to hang your hammock in the PNW!

We teamed up with our friends at Powell’s Books in Portland, the largest independent bookstore in the world, to get their picks on the best books for road trips. We highlight tales of adventure, exploration, travel, nature, and of course, road trips—from diverse authors whose lives have been touched by unique experiences rooted in a sense of place.