Heading to Branson then Paducah KY from California

Question

Posted this route a while ago and now the group is making changes. Two RVs, one 38 ft. 5er and one 34 ft Class A diesel pusher. Looking at De Lorme mapping showed one route from Tulas OK to Springdale MO on Route 412 then 62/65 through Alpena to Brandson. that route looks more direct. I'm guessing that since the mapping software didn't show it as a route that the roads/grades and not RV friendly.

Any suggestions?

farmerjon · Answer

Driving up to Springfield, mo and then down 65 is a lot easier route for big rigs.Have a fun trip.

ehoefler · Answer

412 from Siloam Springs to 65 is a good road.  It went through a widening and repave a couple of years ago.  I travel it a couple of times a year with our 40' fifth wheel.

jplante4 · Answer

From I-40, we took I-49 to Fayetteville then US412 over to US65. I didn't notice any really big grades on that section of 412. It was a pretty nice ride. We split it in 2 legs, stopping at Winthrow Springs SP. The grade getting into there was steep.

dave_and_sue · Answer

Hwy 65 is a good road. A little curvy,but very doable.We have a 42' 5er and pulled 65 just fine.No big mountains just a few hills.

johng3 · Answer

Thank all who responded.

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