{"id":3859,"date":"2022-08-17T20:42:44","date_gmt":"2022-08-17T20:42:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/?p=3859"},"modified":"2024-06-03T20:15:02","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T20:15:02","slug":"10-rv-road-trips-across-the-united-states","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mobilehomepartsstore.com\/latestnews\/10-rv-road-trips-across-the-united-states\/","title":{"rendered":"10 RV Road Trips Across the United States"},"content":{"rendered":"

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RV road trips are one of the most exciting and rewarding ways to explore the United States. Few modes of transportation allow travelers to cover such vast distances for a reasonable cost while coming face-to-face with the natural treasures in our backyard. We have created ten of the best RV road trips for folks looking to hit the road and tour the United States’ most beautiful nature preserves.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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West Coast RV Road Trips<\/b><\/h2>\n

1. Olympic Peninsula<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance:445 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

From waters teeming with wildlife, snow-capped peaks, rainforests, and tide pools, the Olympic Peninsula truly has it all. On this 445-mile Olympic Peninsula road trip, you’ll experience the best the area offers, from history to food and wildlife encounters. Olympic Peninsula’s main attraction is Olympic National Park, featuring a lush rainforest, stunning mountain peaks, crystal clear lakes, and the Pacific Coast. This 7-destination loop will take RV travelers around the northwest-most point in the continental US. So what are you waiting for?<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Seattle, WA<\/span>
\nBainbridge Island, WA<\/span>
\nPort Townsend, WA<\/span>
\nSequim\u2019s Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge<\/span>
\nLake Crescent<\/span>
\nNeah Bay, WA<\/span>
\nRuby Beach, WA
\nQuinault Reservation<\/span>
\nAberdeen, WA<\/span>
\nSeattle, WA<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. Oregon Scenic Trip<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Columbia River Gorge is famous for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, with the largest National Scenic Area in the US. You\u2019ll find breathtaking waterfalls such as Multnomah, Bridal Veil, Latourell falls, and fields of wildflowers. But not only is the scenery gorgeous, but you\u2019ll experience vineyards, hand-crafted beer, farm-fresh dining, mountain biking trails, and hiking trails. Lastly, for water sports fanatics, the Columbia River Gorge is a must, with Hood River being the windsurfing capital of the world. Finally, the Columbia River Gorge makes for an excellent RV road trip in the Pacific Northwest region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Portland, OR<\/span>
\nHood River<\/a><\/span>
\nRowena Crest Viewpoint<\/span>
\nPainted Hills<\/span>
\nSmith Rock State Park, Terrebonne<\/span>
\nTamolitch Falls (Blue Pool)<\/span>
\nCascade Lakes National Scenic Byway<\/span>
\nUmpqua Hot Springs<\/span>
\nToketee Falls<\/span>
\nCrater Lake National Park<\/span>
\nSamuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor<\/span>
\nGold Beach<\/span>
\nFace Rock State Scenic Viewpoint, Bandon<\/span>
\nOregon Dunes National Recreation Area<\/span>
\nCannon Beach<\/span>
\nPortland, OR<\/span><\/p>\n

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3. California Loop<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance:2,226 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

California offers endless natural beauty, From National Parks, Redwoods, and Wildlife to Coastal Views, Microbrews, and endless Biking and Hiking. You can go from lying on a sunny palm-lined beach to world-class skiing atop a snowy mountain in a few hours. This 14-destination loop will take RV travelers across the entire state from Anza-Borrego State Park to Joshua Tree National Park. We’ve highlighted some of California’s top nature and camping destinations. Still, we encourage you to improvise as there is no shortage of parks and preserves.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Anza-Borrego State Park<\/span>
\nArthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland State Park.<\/span>
\nJulia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.<\/span>
\nBig Basin Redwoods State Park<\/span>
\nPoint Reyes.<\/span>
\nPrairie Creek Redwoods State Park<\/span>
\nKlamath National Forest<\/span>
\nShasta National Forest<\/span>
\nLake Tahoe<\/span>
\nGrover Hot Springs<\/span>
\nYosemite National Park<\/span>
\nJohn Muir Wilderness<\/span>
\nDeath Valley<\/span>
\nJoshua Tree National Park<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Rocky Mountains<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance:2,826 miles<\/strong><\/h5>\n

The surreal, wild, and rugged landscape of the Rocky Mountain National Park stretches over 3,000 miles with stunning jagged mountains, lush forests, and calm rivers and lakes. Of course, you could spend weeks at Yellowstone and Grand Teton alone. Still, we’ve selected a few more popular destinations and suggest you set aside a hefty chunk of time for this trip. An RV road trip through the Rocky Mountain National Park will allow you to explore many sights and attractions while staying at a campground in the park.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Sawtooth National Forest, ID<\/span>
\nCraters of the Moon Monument,\u00a0 ID<\/span>
\nNational Elk Refuge, WY.<\/span>
\nGrand Teton National Park, WY<\/span>
\nYellowstone National Park, Mont.<\/span>
\nGlacier National Park, Mont.<\/span>
\nBighorn Canyon National Recreation Area<\/a>, Mont.<\/span>
\nDevil’s Tower National Monument, WY<\/span>
\nRocky Mountain National Park, CO<\/span>
\nGreat Sand Dunes National Park, CO<\/span>
\nMesa Verde National Park, CO<\/span>
\nBlack Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, CO<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Utah National Parks<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance: 928 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

Towering red rock hoodoos, vast skies, and colorful sandstone cliffs are just a few of the jaw-dropping geologic wonders you can expect to see in Utah\u2019s five national parks. Each year, millions of travelers venture to explore these surreal sights for themselves. While you could spend weeks exploring Utah Mighty Five\u00ae parks, combining all five parks into a single road trip is an unforgettable adventure in under a week with 1,000 miles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Salt Lake City, UT<\/span>
\nZion National Park, Springdale<\/span>
\nBryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon<\/span>
\nCapitol Reef National Park, Wayne County<\/span>
\nArches National Park, Moab<\/span>
\nCanyonlands National Park<\/span>
\nSalt Lake City, UT<\/span><\/p>\n

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6. Route 66<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance: 2,332 miles<\/strong><\/h5>\n

A Route 66 road trip screams “America.” Route 66, also known as the Mother Road, is the USA’s most iconic and celebrated RVing route. We cover almost 2,500 miles of the very heart of our country, from Chicago to Los Angeles. Unlike the other trips we list here, Route 66 is less a nature excursion and more a nostalgic cruise along a collection of museums, diners, and roadside attractions. Route 66 has hundreds of potential stops; we’ve chosen just a few. So grab your keys, and let’s hit the road!<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Chicago, IL<\/span>
\nRoute 66 Association Hall of Fame and Museum, IL<\/span>
\nLincoln’s Tomb, IL<\/span>
\nSt. Louis, MO<\/span>
\nMark Twain National Forest, MO<\/span>
\nGalena Mining and Historical Museum, KA<\/span>
\nRoute 66 Vintage Iron Motorcycle Museum<\/a>, OK<\/span>
\nOklahoma Route 66 Museum, OK<\/span>
\nPalo Duro State Park, TX<\/span>
\nCadillac Ranch, TX<\/span>
\nRoute 66 Auto Museum<\/a>, NM<\/span>
\nRed Rock State Park, NM<\/span>
\nPetrified Forest National Park, AR<\/span>
\nMeteor Crater, AR<\/span>
\nThe Grand Canyon<\/a>, AR<\/span>
\nLos Angeles, CA<\/span><\/p>\n

Northeast RV Road Trips<\/b><\/h2>\n

7. New England Loop<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance: 1,515 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

A road trip around New England offers a balanced blend of lush forests, rugged seascapes, colonial history, and world-class seafood. As the nation’s most historic corner, the New England Loop encompasses six states in the northeastern United States, from Green Mountain National Forest to Ferris Lake. We start our loop in upstate New York, heading into the upper historical greenery of Acadia and through a collection of historic New England towns, including Salem and Cape Cod. Drive into the birthplace of American history with an RV road trip through New England’s loop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Green Mountain National Forest, VT<\/span>
\nWhite Mountain National Forest, NH<\/span>
\nAllagash Wilderness Waterway State Park, ME<\/span>
\nAcadia National Park, ME<\/span>
\nMinute Man National Historic Park, MA<\/span>
\nSalem, MA<\/span>
\nBoston, MA<\/span>
\nCape Cod, MA<\/span>
\nJamestown, RI<\/span>
\nFort Adams State Park, RI<\/span>
\nMystic Seaport, CT<\/span>
\nHammonasset State Park, CT<\/span>
\nFort Hale Park, CT<\/span>
\nFerris Lake, NY<\/span><\/p>\n

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MidWest RV Road Trips<\/b><\/h2>\n

8. Upper Peninsula of Michigan<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance: 1,515 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

It’s no wonder the Wolverine State is famous among RVers. With jaw-dropping natural beauty, endless hiking trails, rich forests, and thousands of miles of shoreline along Lake Michigan. We start our trip by exploring the shops and historic sites on Mackinac Island and into the lush wooded area of St. Ignace. Take an RV road trip through one of America’s most secluded and beautiful areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Straits State Park<\/span>
\nTahquamenon Falls<\/span>
\nPictured Rocks<\/span>
\nKeweenaw Peninsula<\/span>
\nPorcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park<\/span>
\nCrystal Falls, Michigan<\/span>
\nFayette Historic Site<\/span>
\nPalms Book State Park<\/span>
\nManistique Lakeshore Campground<\/span><\/a>
\nLakeshore Park Campground<\/a>, St. Ignace<\/span><\/p>\n

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Southern RV Road Trips<\/b><\/h2>\n

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9. Blue Ridge Parkway<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance:469 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

The Blue Ridge Parkway, nicknamed \u201cAmerica\u2019s Favorite Drive,\u201d is a 469-mile road that snakes along the crest of the Appalachian Mountains. Our trip will take us between North Carolina\u2019s Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Virginia\u2019s Shenandoah National Park. The longest linear National Park\u2019s sweeping turns and breathtaking views lure many RV travelers along its length. But, of course, nothing beats the treasure trove of scenic overlooks of the Appalachian Mountains in your home-away-from-home!<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Mount Mitchell State Park<\/span>, <\/span>N<\/span>C<\/span>
\nGrandfather Mountain State Park<\/span>, <\/span>N<\/span>C<\/span>
\nStone Mountain State Park<\/span>, <\/span>N<\/span>C<\/span>
\nRoanoke, NV<\/span>
\nCharlottesville, NV<\/span>
\nBull Run Regional Park<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>NV<\/span>
\nCharlottesville, NV<\/span><\/p>\n

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10. The South<\/b><\/h3>\n
Distance: 5,776 miles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

The southern part of the U.S. has plenty to offer when it comes to stunning views from your RV\u2019s windshield and lots to do. The Southern states are known for their stunning wilderness, legendary cuisine, beaches, and rich history. This loop starts in historic Savannah, drops into Florida, and meanders along the Southern coast before launching east into Tennessee and Virginia. The last leg of the trip comprises a series of coastal beaches for proper relaxation at the end of your long journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stops:<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Savannah, GA<\/span>
\nOcala National Forest, FL<\/span>
\nBig Cypress National Preserve, FL<\/span>
\nEverglades National Park, FL<\/span>
\nApalachicola National Forest, FL<\/span>
\nBlackwater River State Park, FL<\/span>
\nDe Soto National Forest, FL<\/span>
\nNew Orleans<\/a>, LA<\/span>
\nKisatchie National Forest, LA<\/span>
\nHouston, TX<\/span>
\nSam Houston National Forest, TX<\/span>
\nOuachita National Forest, AR<\/span>
\nOzark National Forest, AR<\/span>
\nMemphis, TN<\/span>
\nNashville<\/a>, TN<\/span>
\nCherokee National Forest, TN<\/span>
\nChattahoochee National Forest, GA<\/span>
\nGeorge Washington National Forest, VA<\/span>
\nVirginia Beach<\/a>, VA<\/span>
\nMyrtle Beach, SC<\/span>
\nHilton Head<\/a>, SC<\/span><\/p>\n

Wrapping Up<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re hoping to compile the \u2018Ultimate Camping Trip List<\/a>\u2018, or just looking to add a few stops to your ideal\u00a0rv road trip<\/a>, we hope a few of our spots have made your list! And as always, if you need any RV parts and supplies, remember, Mobile Home Parts Store<\/a> has always got you covered.<\/p>\n

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