Kicking the dust off of this thread...
So, we've ruminated on our idea for a bit and have sketched out the following outline. Let me know if this seems reasonable. Again, we are beginning in northern VA near DC. Our plan also assumes we drive 6 hrs/day at an average speed of 55 mph.
- Days 1-6: drive ~1600 mi, w/one 2-night stay to break it up
- Days 7-10: camp at Palmer Gulch/Mt. Rushmore/Badlands
- Days 11-12: drive ~800 mi to Yellowstone
- Days 13-18: camp at YNP Fishing Bridge
- Day 19: drive to Grand Teton
- Day 20-21: camp at Grand Teton
- Day 22-27: drive back to VA, w/one 2-night stay to break it up
We've probably overestimated the drive time some, but wanted it to be a leisurely trip with 11 & 8 year-olds in tow. We also didn't want to overplan - so this plan hopefully can flex.
Any thoughts/suggestions on this?
Thanks!!!
James
