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jukes
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May 29, 2017

i40 Campgrounds NC to CA family of 5 and Penny the Pig

Relocating in July from Asheville, NC to Santa Cruz, CA.
asked before but narrowed it down now..
Towing 30' TT. with diesel Excursion.
Family of 5 plus 85lb pig in crate in trunk :)
Plan to drive over 10 days (maybe 14) and want the most direct route i40. Will need to stop every few hours, but can drive up t0 8 hrs/day first few days inc.stops.
Is there a map app where you can type in driving time and see how far that gets you? I can type in destinations and get time, but want to view it other way around!
Would like to get the first parts of this done quickly so we can spend more time in New Mexico. Find some swimming holes, cool off, fun sites, but can't leave TT for more than 4 hours because of Penny the Pig. Not go too far off i40.
Tips on campgrounds to spend 1 night in TN (asheville to Memphis is 8 hours straight so somewhere 2 hours before Memphis 1st stop perhaps?), OK, near i40. Amarillo? Then campgrounds to spend time exploring the sites in NM....Kids want to see Vegas, figure 1 night enough, been there done that. Grand Canyon?
We will need at least electric hookup for A/C. Ideally ones where Penny the Pig can get out and eat some grass and be on a long leash under trees. Dog areas not suitable for pigs (dogs LOVE pigs in a risky way)
Any suggestions appreciated. Want this to be fun! (pig hates the car, that's our biggest issues but working on it, she liked the TT though!)

28 Replies

  • If you think that you are going to be questioned about your pig, just explain that you are having pork on your first nights stay. You have to be able to think ahead.
  • Riding in the trunk -- that will be awfully HOT and you may not have a pig when you get to your destination. August -- HOT, HOT, HOT
  • Ask about a donkey when calling please. Love to bring my donkey! (Since my goats died)
  • Lwiddis wrote:
    Miles, they accept pigs? An 85 pound pig.


    Hmm, they allow pets, even have an onsite kennel. Would have to call them to see about a pig.
  • A good stop would be Williams, AZ. Old route 66 town right of I-40. Lots of RV parks in the area but favorite is Grand Canyon Railway RV park. Really nice. Grand Canyon is 50 miles to the north. Elevation is 7,000' so summer temps are typically nice around 70's to low 80's.

    West of Williams on I-40 quickly drops elevation with temps over 100.
  • Be aware that things that will hurt you and/ or your pig will rest in the shade on hot July days. That is under trees bushes etc. Don't leave your pet alone.
  • Penny the Pig will challenge you on this trip but will fit in right nicely in Sata Cruz. July in some parts of NM will be...warm. Remember that Penny is a PIG, and pigs are in this world for...bacon, ham etc.