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bclan6
May 04, 2015Explorer
3500 miles is about the distance of the furthest leg of our trip, if we end up going to that stop (Glacier Park). The other stops are Badlands, Rushmore and family in Jackson and Idaho. Glacier park may have to wait until next year.
Flying isn't possible due to there being 6 of us plus dog and cat. The youngest is 1 yr old and is pretty needy, but the others have traveled plenty and enjoy it (7.5 yrs-17years old). When I used to live out there and I came back to FL to visit family, I used to drive straight through (with help). 48 hours with only stopping to eat and stretch legs. The kids did great, but I was able to do 80-90mph.
Once we get to the Badlands, it'll be slower paced. It all depends on how well the baby does, but I wanted some sort of idea of when to expect RV drivers are done for the day.
I want them to love the journey, but to focus on driving until we get to really explore. They'll either love it or hate it right? LOL
Thanks to all for responding!
Flying isn't possible due to there being 6 of us plus dog and cat. The youngest is 1 yr old and is pretty needy, but the others have traveled plenty and enjoy it (7.5 yrs-17years old). When I used to live out there and I came back to FL to visit family, I used to drive straight through (with help). 48 hours with only stopping to eat and stretch legs. The kids did great, but I was able to do 80-90mph.
Once we get to the Badlands, it'll be slower paced. It all depends on how well the baby does, but I wanted some sort of idea of when to expect RV drivers are done for the day.
I want them to love the journey, but to focus on driving until we get to really explore. They'll either love it or hate it right? LOL
Thanks to all for responding!
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