88 days / 9844 miles / 199 hours 38 minutes
From San mateo, San Francisco, CA, USA to Hotel Focus Sfo. 88 days and 9844 miles of new adventures. You too can use Furkot to plan your next road trip.
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Campgroubd by the lake, South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA
You will no doubt want to stop off at California's State Capital, Sacramento, en route to Lake Tahoe and our suggested campground, Historic Camp Richardson Resort & Marina, located on Lake Tahoe's Southwest Shore. You'll have a great time at this year round resort where miles of sandy beaches await the summer visitor and where everything from Seadoo and power boat rentals, to paddle boat and kayaks are available. Enjoy relaxing on the long stretch of beach, and enjoy the swimming area. Still looking for ways to add excitement? Try the Lake Tahoe Water-ski School, a sailing lesson, or soar 12,000 feet above the water while parasailing!
Escape Camper tip: It’s not a National Park, but it’s a nice way to loop back around to California. There are two main areas: North Tahoe and South Tahoe. Head to South Tahoe for casinos and pricey restaurants. Otherwise, North Tahoe is your place. It’s more laid back with better campgrounds (subjective opinion), beaches, and little communities that are more in line with the Escape crowd. Check out Truckee, Tahoe City, and Kings Beach if you’re looking for hip, welcoming mountain towns.6:00 am - 283.5 miles / 4 hours 14 minutes - 10:15 am
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Make sure you carve out a couple of days to check out Crater Lake National Park. It’s just a couple hours south of Bend on Highway 97 and is well worth the side trip. Created by the collapse of a volcano, this is one of the most beautiful parks you’ll see in the Pacific Northwest.
Best Camping
Mazama Campground. Open June through September, make sure you have reservations in advance. Lost Creek, although much smaller, is also worthy and all their sites are on a first-come-first-served basis. Finally, Crater Lake is surrounded by Umpqua National Forest, so boondocking (pirate camping) is another great option.
Side Trips
Umpqua Hot Springs and Toketee Falls are a short drive away outside the park and make for a great little day trip if you combine them.6:00 am - 238.4 miles / 4 hours 14 minutes - 11:15 am
12:15 pm - 92.4 miles / 2 hours 6 minutes - 2:22 pm
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6:00 am - 188.0 miles / 3 hours 48 minutes - 9:49 am
With nothing to obstruct your view from the valley, the Teton Range is one of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world, making this stop a must. From hiking to bike riding to stand-up paddling, you will finish every day tired and satisfied. Enjoy a post-hike beer and nachos at Dornan’s in Moose Junction, grab a seat in a saddle at Cowboy Bar, enjoy some local live Bluegrass at historic Wort Hotel, or grab a coffee and bagel on your way out of town at Pearl Street Bagels.
Best Camping
Jenny Lake (very popular, so book ahead). Or, to get off the beaten path a bit, check out Shadow Mountain – the local’s car camping spot with a view of the Tetons you just can’t beat.
Best Hike
Cascade Canyon Trail
Best Side Trip
Jackson Hole10:49 am - 18.4 miles / 59 minutes - 11:48 am
Jenny Lake Visitor Center, Moose, WY, USA
With nothing to obstruct your view from the valley, the Teton Range is one of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world, making this stop a must. From hiking to bike riding to stand-up paddling, you will finish every day tired and satisfied. Enjoy a post-hike beer and nachos at Dornan’s in Moose Junction, grab a seat in a saddle at Cowboy Bar, enjoy some local live Bluegrass at historic Wort Hotel, or grab a coffee and bagel on your way out of town at Pearl Street Bagels.
Best Camping
Jenny Lake (very popular, so book ahead). Or, to get off the beaten path a bit, check out Shadow Mountain – the local’s car camping spot with a view of the Tetons you just can’t beat.12:48 pm - 4.6 miles / 7 minutes - 12:56 pm
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA
With nothing to obstruct your view from the valley, the Teton Range is one of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world, making this stop a must. From hiking to bike riding to stand-up paddling, you will finish every day tired and satisfied. Enjoy a post-hike beer and nachos at Dornan’s in Moose Junction, grab a seat in a saddle at Cowboy Bar, enjoy some local live Bluegrass at historic Wort Hotel, or grab a coffee and bagel on your way out of town at Pearl Street Bagels.
Best Camping
Jenny Lake (very popular, so book ahead). Or, to get off the beaten path a bit, check out Shadow Mountain – the local’s car camping spot with a view of the Tetons you just can’t beat.1:56 pm - 16.1 miles / 25 minutes - 2:22 pm
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Mammoth, Yellowstone National Park, WY, USA
Once you do hit Yellowstone, our biggest tip is to rent a bike or take public transport around the park and take that much needed-break from the open road. Yellowstone comprises almost 3,500 sq miles (8,991 sq km), so plan on spending several days here to soak in everything this paradise has to offer.
Best Camping
Tower and Slough Creek are great. They fill up fast, so get there early to scope out a spot.6:00 am - 120.8 miles / 2 hours 58 minutes - 9:00 am
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6:00 am - 60.8 miles / 56 minutes - 6:57 am
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12:52 pm - 6.5 miles / 15 minutes - 1:08 pm
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You’ve made it! More than 4,000 miles in your RV rented from El Monte RV, and you’ve seen fabulous things along the way! Take the kids to Disneyworld, but let Mom run free in more than one hundred seventy five shops at the Prime Outlets International mall. Play golf to your heart’s content or just bask in the Florida sun. You’ve earned some pleasure, road warrior!
6:00 am - 54.6 miles / an hour 6 minutes - 7:07 am
Everglades National Parks Visitor Center, State Highway 9336, Homestead, FL, USA
8:07 am - 32.2 miles / 37 minutes - 8:45 am
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See famous dolphins Winter & Hope at the aquarium
General Admission: $20p/p (under 3 free)
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Crystal River - Manatee capital, FL, USA
See famous dolphins Winter & Hope at the aquarium
General Admission: $20p/p (under 3 free)
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Crystal River - Manatee capital, FL, USA
See famous dolphins Winter & Hope at the aquarium
General Admission: $20p/p (under 3 free)
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6:00 am - 24.2 miles / an hour 30 minutes - 7:31 am
You may not be in the middle of nowhere while visiting this place, but you can definitely see it from there. Located on Highway 163 between the towns of Kayenta and Mexican Hat (make sure you stop over and get a Navajo Taco), this is the land that time forgot. For a $5 fee—paid to the Navajo Nation —you can drive the 17-mile loop taking you on a meandering path around the Monuments. Under normal conditions, this 2-hour drive is possible in an Escape Campervan. That said, the route is on an unimproved dirt road and you are NOT covered with Escape Roadside Assistance if you get stuck out there, especially during the rainy season. CHECK THE WEATHER BEFORE UNDERTAKING THE LOOP. Alternatively, a private Navajo-guided backcountry tour for a half day is a great way to experience the valley. You can book one upon arrival.
Best Camping
We’ve heard okay things about Goulding’s Campground just outside the park. We’ve heard great things about Gooseneck State Park to the west. Southern Utah is also chock-full of National Forest and BLM (Bureau of Land Management) Land so boondocking is a great option.
Best Hike
Wildcat Trail
Best Side Trip
Lake Powell8:31 am - 125.9 miles / 2 hours 10 minutes - 10:42 am
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7:02 am - 10.7 miles / 2 hours 29 minutes - 9:32 am
Located minutes from Page, Arizona, Antelope Canyon is easily the most photographed slot canyon in the world. The site actually comprises of two canyons: Upper Antelope, also known as The Crack, and Lower Antelope Canyon, known locally as The Corkscrew. Upper Antelope is by far more popular than Lower due to its accessibility but Lower Antelope is awe-inspiring in its own right. You’ll need a guide for this trip so try to sign up in advance. Contact: 1-866-645-9102 or email tours@antelopecanyon.com.
Directions: All trips to Antelope Canyon are via guided tours. Park in Page, load up with water and snacks, make sure you’ve got charged batteries in your camera, and hop on the10:32 am - 10.2 miles / 2 hours 52 minutes - 1:25 pm
2:25 pm - 80.3 miles / 2 hours 9 minutes - 4:35 pm
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6:00 am - 56.3 miles / an hour 41 minutes - 7:42 am
Enjoy the view and lunch. 7 Wonders of the world
if you’re thinking of a quick trip to the Grand Canyon, try the West Rim. It’s a quick 2 hrs from Las Vegas and the views are amazing. Skip the skywalk–they don’t allow cameras.8:42 am - 59.1 miles / an hour 6 minutes - 9:49 am
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6:00 am - 42.4 miles / 37 minutes - 6:38 am
Seligman / Route 66 KOA Journey, Seligman, AZ, USA
Grab a chili dog and chocolate malt at the Snow Cap and wander around town.
7:38 am - 76.1 miles / an hour 4 minutes - 8:43 am
9:43 am - 104.0 miles / an hour 43 minutes - 10:27 am
Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort, West Windmill Lane, Las Vegas, NV, USA
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Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Furnace Creek, CA, USA
An oasis in the desert. National park campground next to the visitor center.
Fill up your gas tank before you head into the valley. It’s a long way between filling stations out there.
Best Camping
You can’t go wrong with any of the campgrounds in Death Valley. Furnace Creek is the only campground located ‘in’ the valley that’s open year around. Sunset, Texas Spring, and Stovepipe campgrounds are legit as well, although they’re only open October through April. You can book these in advance at recreation.gov, however, Furnace Creek is available on a first-come basis during winter months.
Best Hike
Badwater Basin Salt Flats Trail6:00 am - 18.0 miles / 22 minutes - 6:23 am
Badwater Basin, Death Valley, CA, USA
Stop to see the lowest point in North America
7:23 am - 42.3 miles / 50 minutes - 8:14 am
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6:00 am - 41.1 miles / 48 minutes - 6:49 am
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Malibu Beach RV Park, Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA, USA
Whale Watching. Star spotting in Beverley Hills
11:34 am - 72.1 miles / an hour 17 minutes - 12:52 pm
1:52 pm - 152.7 miles / 2 hours 39 minutes - 4:34 pm
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6:00 am - 3.4 miles / 5 minutes - 6:06 am
Hearst Castle Visitor Center, San Simeon, CA, USA
Best Side Trip
Hearst Castle — It took 28 years to complete William Randolph Hearst’s lavish estate, which includes 165 rooms on 125 acres. There are a variety of tours available.
Location: Can’t miss the entrance on the right up Highway 1 outside the town of San Simeon.7:06 am - 5.2 miles / 10 minutes - 7:17 am
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