Trip planning input / help request
We're looking at planning a big trip for this coming summer and I was hoping to solicit some feedback about campgrounds or other things to see or do. We've done some long trips before - from TN to Ft...
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First, I would suggest leaving the dogs home for this trip. If you're visiting national parks they aren't allowed on any trails, including the boardwalks in Yellowstone that you need to do to see the wonderfull geysers, paint pots, etc.
Secondly, If you drive 8 hours a day it will take you 3-1/2 days each way. That's 7 days of solid driving. You've got approx. 1650 miles one way.
To get to Yellowstone the best way from western Tennessee will give your first stop just east of Kansas City on I-70. Then Lexington, Nebraska on I-80, then a stop around Lander, Wyoming on Hwy 287. Then take Hwy 26 into Grand Teton National Park - a must stop for at least 2 nights. Stay at Colter Bay RV or campground. They are right next to each other. Then go to West Yellowstone for your stay to tour Yellowstone and I'd allow at least 3-5 nights. So that takes up your 2 weeks. Fishing Bridge in the park is an ideal spot but you couldn't let the dogs in the RV all day while you're touring and you'll be limited as to where you walk while touring if you take them with you.
There's no reason to go through Salt Lake City.
With the 2 weeks you really don't have time for doing any major stops on the way home.
Secondly, If you drive 8 hours a day it will take you 3-1/2 days each way. That's 7 days of solid driving. You've got approx. 1650 miles one way.
To get to Yellowstone the best way from western Tennessee will give your first stop just east of Kansas City on I-70. Then Lexington, Nebraska on I-80, then a stop around Lander, Wyoming on Hwy 287. Then take Hwy 26 into Grand Teton National Park - a must stop for at least 2 nights. Stay at Colter Bay RV or campground. They are right next to each other. Then go to West Yellowstone for your stay to tour Yellowstone and I'd allow at least 3-5 nights. So that takes up your 2 weeks. Fishing Bridge in the park is an ideal spot but you couldn't let the dogs in the RV all day while you're touring and you'll be limited as to where you walk while touring if you take them with you.
There's no reason to go through Salt Lake City.
With the 2 weeks you really don't have time for doing any major stops on the way home.
