r/roadtrip • • Dec 22 '24

Read First! Welcome to r/RoadTrip. Read First.

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Welcome to r/roadtrip

We’re glad you’re here! This community is all about roadtrips. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting out, this is your space to share, learn, and connect.

What You’ll Find Here:

  • Discussions: Share your experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas.
  • Resources: Explore helpful guides, tips, and tools shared by the community.
  • Events: Stay updated on virtual and in-person events (if applicable).

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Feel free to introduce yourself in the comments or share your latest adventure!


r/roadtrip • • Sep 15 '26

Trip Report Trip Report Tuesday

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Just got back? Route, days, miles, best stop, worst stop, and the one thing you'd change. A screenshot of the route map helps.

Still planning instead? Ask here.


r/roadtrip • • 5h ago

Trip Report A Journey to Alaska

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r/roadtrip • • 2h ago

Destination Highlight Driving an Alpine pass 40 minutes before it closes

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I'm currently at work but my mind is at a different place... It is on the huge round roadtrip I did between NL - GR.. but specifically at this moment at 19:20 all alone on the mountain roads at the Timmelgosch pass border between Italy and Austria..

this pass closes at 20:00 and as a result I had it all to myself!! Aaaaah... Miss this ❤️

Anybody to share their favourite pass?


r/roadtrip • • 16h ago

Destination Highlight Leaving the country is always an adventure, but there's something even better about driving back home.

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r/roadtrip • • 1d ago

Destination Highlight My buddy and I took a 6 day 2000 Mile road trip through Colorado and New Mexico. Total trip cost was around $500

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r/roadtrip • • 3h ago

Trip Planning Dallas TX to NJ

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Looking for a plan to drive from Dallas Texas to central NJ. What’s best route? Where are best areas on the route to stay overnight? I’d like to drive no more than 8 hours a day. Thanks in advance. Starting Nov 21st this year.


r/roadtrip • • 2h ago

Travel Companions Map of every US county I’ve visited. Can you guess the two cities I’ve lived in?

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r/roadtrip • • 21h ago

Trip Planning How do you leave room for stops without turning every driving day into a long day?

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A drive can look manageable on a map, then get much longer once you add food, fuel, a short walk and a couple of places worth stopping.

How do you plan for that? Do you set a shorter driving limit, choose one main stop each day, or decide when to call it a day as you go?

What changed after your first few road trips that made the driving days more enjoyable?


r/roadtrip • • 8h ago

Trip Planning Road trip from Chicago to Colorado Advice

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I plan to take a road trip from Chicago Illinois to Winter Park, Colorado, for a ski trip. I wouldn't really stop to sightsee as mainly looking to just get to skiing and would have a couple of drivers to swap so no need for a hotel. I plan on doing this road trip January 5 and head back the 9th. I have an AWD Toyota Rav 4 and plan to maybe get snow socks in case of really bad weather. Is it a good idea to do this toad trip or should i be worried about the condition's? I would like to book things in advance or should I not due to like storms and stuff. Also would appreciate ant advice!!! Thank you!


r/roadtrip • • 19h ago

Trip Planning Looking for Colorado weekend road trip ideas (~6–7 hr drive from Southern NM)

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Hey everyone! My boyfriend and I are planning a quick weekend road trip into Colorado. We’re driving up from Southern New Mexico, so we’re aiming to cap our total drive time around 6 to 7 hours each way so we can maximize our actual time relaxing.

We’re looking for a cozy, scenic destination that works well for a 2-to-3-day trip. We love beautiful mountain scenery, cute downtown areas, good food, and relaxed outdoor activities (casual hiking, hot springs, or cool sights rather than intense backpacking) and any hidden gem spots!

Thanks in advance for the suggestions!


r/roadtrip • • 13h ago

Trip Report Day 3. Yukon, OK to Alabama

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Didn’t push as hard today. Only 9 hours. But, decided to stop early and grab a nap at a truck stop. Planning to creep through Atlanta between 2am - 3am.

The trip was mostly uneventful, today. I did make an error in my timing and Memphis rush hour was obnoxious. Arkansas law enforcement presence was super high in both directions of I-40, so definitely watch your speed if planning to pass through, because they certainly are watching. I wasn’t expecting the I-78 to go through a sketchy part of Memphis and also have so many stop lights!

I don’t know why I was routed down, when I’d intended to go up through Nashville, into W. Virginia etc. Apple Maps and Google Maps are different in their routing it seems. This is my first time using Apple Maps. I’m not sure I like it as much.


r/roadtrip • • 16h ago

Trip Planning Boise to Asheville

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I’m.. I think.. leaving tomorrow? Honestly don’t have to do anything till the 14 and then I need to be on a plane in NC. But anyways..

What route should I take? I’m happy for cool sights. I’m not rich but I have some money to spend if there’s a lot of cool stuff. I like dispersed camping when I can.

Anyone know of fun Halloween events that might be on the way? Crazy haunted houses? Not going to be with anyone.

In my car as I write this and it sounds kinda strange so wish me luck 😁😁


r/roadtrip • • 14h ago

Trip Planning Any cool stops for this route? Traveling from Orlando to Metro Detroit

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Driving from Orlando to Metro Detroit. Taking the recommended east route through Georgia, SC, NC, Virginia, WV, and Ohio

First road trip and never been to a lot of these states! I’d love any recommendations for cities that are nice to spend a night out in or any activities that are worth stopping by for. This takes us through Savannah, Charlotte, and Columbus. Thank you!


r/roadtrip • • 21h ago

Trip Planning PNW first timers with middle school kids

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I'm hoping to travel to the PNW in June 2027. My extent of the west coast is Santa Monica and Hawaii, but my husband and 2 kids (11, 13) have not been west. I'm debating between flying in to Seattle and focusing on Olympic and potentially Mt Rainier or just flying in to Portland and staying more Oregon coast. We are a little unsure of how much time we want to spend driving, so that's why curious about Oregon.

High priority for us:

  1. tide pooling and the ocean in general--my kids have never been (from midwest and hot beaches are not our thing).

  2. I've been whale watching in Hawaii and it was amazing and I very much want to go again (available in oregon?)Oregon?

  3. Light hiking

Thoughts and suggestions?


r/roadtrip • • 23h ago

Trip Planning April 2027 Trip from TX to CA

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19 days total, but will likely add another in between Carlsbad NM and home.

Death Valley NP -> Sequoia NP (2 nights, 1 full day each) -> Carmel by the Sea (1 full day, 2 nights) -> Morro Bay (Overnight stay, but 1 full day) -> Los Angeles (4 full days) -> San Diego (3 full days) -> Carlsbad, NM (Overnight, cave hike before going home)

This will be my girlfriend and I’s second roadtrip on our own without parents. Did our best to ensure it isn’t too rushed and I think it’ll be good. Definitely better compared to our TX > LA > Seattle > TX trip we did in 12 days lol, that was rough.


r/roadtrip • • 22h ago

Trip Planning Road trip from San Diego to Seattle

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Hello everyone,

I'm planning for a road trip beginning in San Diego and finishing in Seattle. The trip will happen from 03/07 up until 03/21. I have wiggle room to stay more days if it makes sense, but approximately will be around 14/15 days.

My question for whoever's reading is: what are some of the best things that can be done along this trajectory considering it will be March? The path marked here is not set in stone, so I could change somethings up if they are better.

My personal favorite things to do envolve nature, hiking, sightseeing and touristic spots in cities as well, so really looking forward to visiting national parks along the way, but unsure on which ones would be good since it will still be a bit cold.

Also, how much would you consider adequate per day on a budget kind of travel? Male, solo, 26yo, open to hostels n stuff.

Looking forward to hearing from you here since I couldn't find any specific reddit related to this. Thanks in advance.


r/roadtrip • • 13h ago

Trip Planning Nashville, TN to Pigeon Forge, TN drive in December? Safe? Weather-wise?

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Hey everyone!
My family and I are from Dallas, TX and we're wanting to got to Nashville and Pigeon for our December vacation.
But my husband is only able to take the days off in the last week of December. What are the road conditions from Nashville to Pigeon Forge and back? Is it safe, icy, snow-y? I know its not possible to give an exact weather prediction but what are some things we should be aware of? Weather-wise?

Any help would be awesome! Thank you :)


r/roadtrip • • 18h ago

Trip Planning Itinerary for trip from Bellingham, WA to Brainerd, MN with my wife and six month old baby in June/July

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My wife and I are going to visit my best friend and his family in Brainerd, MN this late-June. I am planning on this trip being 2-3 weeks in total, and would like to not just drive straight to Brainerd. We haven't planned any of the details yet, but I thought it would be helpful if I could get some insight into the places we had picked so far for our itinerary. We both enjoy hiking, nature, food, and historical parks/museums. Nothing is set in stone other than going to Yellowstone and Brainerd. Any insights would be appreciated as we begin preparing for this trip!

June 17th: Coeur d’Alene, ID

June 18-23: Yellowstone (Is this too many days?)

June 24: Medora, ND.

June 25-29: Brainerd, MN 

June 30: Bismarck, ND

July 1: Medora, ND.

July 2: Missoula, MT or Bozeman, MT

July 3: Home


r/roadtrip • • 1d ago

Trip Planning Connecticut to North Dakota?

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A buddy and I are leaving next week for a long trip to ND (leaving Monday night and need to be in ND by Friday). I’ve never been past Chicago and would love to see a part of the Great Plains.

Would love to check out some of the National parks, any that are must see this time of year?


r/roadtrip • • 1d ago

Trip Planning Charleston to west palm beach Florida. Any recommendations on any stop?

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r/roadtrip • • 21h ago

Travel Companions Looking to tag along from STL to anywhere west.

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Hi im desprate and have very little money and need to get to californa as soon as possable. Im starting my travels via hitchhiking today.


r/roadtrip • • 23h ago

Trip Planning I’ll have 55 hours to make this 30 hr drive. What should I take time to see on the way?

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Driving from Charlotte to Sedona with 2 dogs. I’ll have 55 hours from the time I leave until I have to be at the Phoenix airport to pick up my wife and kid who are flying in. What are some good stops along the way to kill a little time and stretch our legs?


r/roadtrip • • 1d ago

Destination Highlight A Roadside Adventure in Wyoming: Exploring the Wildlife, Wildflowers, and Geology of Snake River Canyon | US-26/US-89

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A scenic drive along US-26/US-89 from Alpine to Hoback, Wyoming, takes travelers through Snake River Canyon, a rugged mountain landscape surrounded by the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The highway follows the Snake River past steep forested slopes, rocky cliffs, and lush riverside vegetation, offering opportunities for sightseeing, fishing, rafting, and nature exploration. A roadside stop along the river reveals the region’s rich biodiversity, including native wildflowers such as arrowleaf balsamroot, coniferous trees, horsetails, and insects, which can serve as indicators of freshwater ecosystem health. The river also plays an important geological role by eroding mountain landscapes, transporting sediments, and forming banks of smooth, rounded stones. Part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, this remarkable area demonstrates the close connections between geology, freshwater habitats, plants, and wildlife, making the journey an enjoyable experience for travelers, nature enthusiasts, and science-lovers.


r/roadtrip • • 1d ago

Destination Highlight Road trip from Phoenix to Horseshoe bend, AZ

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