Massachusetts to east coast florida

Going near New York city with an RV could be scary if you take the wrong hihgway. Some bridge are very expensive too, especially if you tow. There are many low overpass, if you see "car only" DO NOT get on. I ended up on the Bronx Parkway and there was a 9 feet overpass sign, all the traffic stopped, 4 lines I think. I was able to go under the middle of the overpass. I took the next exit and ended up in the Bronx at night with a 14 foot trailer in tow, there are many 11 feet overpass there too and many tight street.

I think the safest is going with 84.

Thanks Rick Jay

I guess that most of us would exceed the height, width and length restrictions and have to stay off CT 15 (Merritt Parkway)

Back to my original Route through CT

Thanks again

Here's what I found from the State of Connecticut here and in blue below.

We were just on it back in August in our minivan. I seem to recall some low overpasses, though I don't remember reading the posted heights. I don't remember seeing anything but cars and vans. In the text below, it plainly states vehicles over 8 ft. high are prohibited. The length and width restrictions would probably also keep most RV's out. From what I remember of the service stations, a large rig would NOT be able to refuel at them.

What is allowed to travel on the Merritt Parkway?

The following are prohibited from entry upon and use of the highway right-of-way of those limited access state highways designated as parkways:

(a) commercial motor vehicles;
(b) trailers;
(c) all towed vehicles except as provided in Section 14-298-240;
(d) buses;
(e) hearses when part of a procession or cortege;
(f) vehicles bearing other than passenger, camper, taxicab, vanpool or hearse registrations and those vehicles bearing combination registrations which have a gross weight in excess of seventy-five hundred pounds;

(g) vehicles whose dimensions, including any load, exceed one of the following:

length – twenty-four feet
width - seven feet, six inches
height – eight feet

Permits for entry upon and use of the parkways by vehicles normally excluded therefrom may be issued by the commission when, in its opinion, the interests of public necessity are served thereby. Such permits shall be in writing and shall specify the period of validity of such permit, the parkway or portion thereof and the identity of the vehicle concerned. A copy of the permit shall be carried in the vehicle. Apply for a permit



Most RV's exceed the dimensions they give. Nice road, though, so in a car it's a great way to get down to NYC from points north east.

~Rick

Tropical 36

I note the route you recommend uses Route 15 (Merritt Parkway) through CT. When I was researching routes south I found that some sections of 15 are closed to oversized vehicles and have an 8 foot height restriction due to low overpasses.

Here's what I found:

"Vehicles over 2.5 meters (eight feet) in height, weighing more than 3,650 kilograms (four tons), towing a trailer, or containing more than four wheels are not allowed on the Merritt parkway."

I am planning a trip from my home, just north of Maine to Florida and google maps always puts me on Route 15 in CT.

My rig is about the same size as yours. I always trust first hand experience over internet info, so my question is??

Is Route 15 (Merritt Parkway) through CT ok for a 12 foot high rig? Have you travelled it without mishap or trouble from law enforcement?

Thanks

Wnat are the road conditions of I81 from I84 to I77? Is it worth the ride? Thanks

If taking I95 all the way, I hope you will be enjoying trucks all day and all night.

Busiest North/South Truck Route South or North.

There are longer but better routes (as far as less truck traffic).
I'd rather arrive at my destination relatively relaxed instead of turning into a Zombie after 23 hours driving time.



IMHO

Charmed life kidoo---Not long a go we had 12in of snow here in NC. I was stranded at the airport Feb 12, 2014 and all roads were closed---trust me it can snow LOTS south of DC----but not often!

Wandering view wrote:
I am looking for the best route, road condition and mileage, to Hutchison island , Florida from central Massachusetts. I will welcome any advice. I have a 32 ft class a towing a Honda CRV. I believe that this takes the Garden State Parkway out of the plan. All suggestions and ideas will be greatfully accepted. Will be leaving Jan. 10, 2016.

This would be my suggestion that avoids NY City and Baltimore, as we're seldom in a hurry and don't mind a little extra mileage....
Boston to FL

jplante4 wrote:

xctraveler wrote:

Pass42 wrote:
OR you could get on 287, to 78w 81S 66E to Rt17 south to Fredricksburg, then onto I-95 for the rest of the way... avoids all the cities....

Assuming you have an RV left after the terrible conditions on I 287. Came through on that a year ago and thought I was driving off road. Just my experience.

I 81 through NYS can be a trial if the weather turns bad and it can. Just check before leaving. It is seldom bad for more than 24 hours in the Fall.

Our route from Rochester also after Christmas, was always I 390 to 15 in Corning and then 15 to I 81 in Harrisburg PA from there I 81 is good. Have never encountered severe weather in years of travel, doesn't mean it can't happen.

Now we leave when we feel like it which means real soon before it gets really cold.

Came back from PA in June and took I287 to I87. It was just as good (bad) as I80. Most of the interstates in the northeast are in tough shape, especially the overpasses. Apparently, the gummint is spending money on other things.

There are several routes to get to I81 south. I84 to Scranton, I84 to 209 to I80 or just stay on 209. The trick is to miss the major metropolitan areas in the northeast corridor.

Further Thread Drift: The worst of the worst in recent times is I 88 Binghamton to Albany - not sure this counts as an interstate as it never leaves NY - it made I 287 seem smooth. I don't think it has ever been maintained since it was built so the then leader of the NY Senate had it built so he could get from his home in Binghamton to Albany, or so it is reputed.

xctraveler wrote:

Pass42 wrote:
OR you could get on 287, to 78w 81S 66E to Rt17 south to Fredricksburg, then onto I-95 for the rest of the way... avoids all the cities....

Assuming you have an RV left after the terrible conditions on I 287. Came through on that a year ago and thought I was driving off road. Just my experience.

I 81 through NYS can be a trial if the weather turns bad and it can. Just check before leaving. It is seldom bad for more than 24 hours in the Fall.

Our route from Rochester also after Christmas, was always I 390 to 15 in Corning and then 15 to I 81 in Harrisburg PA from there I 81 is good. Have never encountered severe weather in years of travel, doesn't mean it can't happen.

Now we leave when we feel like it which means real soon before it gets really cold.

Came back from PA in June and took I287 to I87. It was just as good (bad) as I80. Most of the interstates in the northeast are in tough shape, especially the overpasses. Apparently, the gummint is spending money on other things.

There are several routes to get to I81 south. I84 to Scranton, I84 to 209 to I80 or just stay on 209. The trick is to miss the major metropolitan areas in the northeast corridor.