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kelzow
Explorer
Apr 06, 2017

Looking for a route NY to Destin Florida (panhandle)

Looking for a route BESIDES I95. Traveling from Putnam County NY to Destin Florida on the panhandle. First time going there. I95 is just always so much traffic and construction in and around the whole state of Virgina. If you have a recomended route, Id love to learn something new. Leaving Friday and Im running out of time! thanks for any advise you have. Pulling a 30' travel trailer. Need Highway, Tolls are fine, and Trailer accessible roads.
The faster the better. we are going for spring break.
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  • DrewE's avatar
    DrewE
    Explorer II
    Apr 06, 2017
    I'd go I-84 to I-81 to I-75 to I-59 to I-65 to somewhere about halfway between Montgomery and Mobile and then on US or state highways to Destin as seemed most appropriate. This handily skips Atlanta, which is a doubly good idea with the I-85 bridge troubles there now.
  • NY_RVer's avatar
    NY_RVer
    Explorer
    Apr 06, 2017
    Keep us updated on how you make out with the roads and your stay in Destin. I am real curious as that was on my list of trips for week 4/23; also leaving from Putnam County NY.
  • kelzow's avatar
    kelzow
    Explorer
    Apr 08, 2017
    So far so good. 1 hour from Tennessee. No real traffic. One slow down for 5 minutes because of an accident. Very scenic a pretty. Rolling hills and farms. Much better than I95. I will try to post some pics.

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