TravelHawk
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So much depends on the route taken -- some routes have "too much" to see, some have not much at all. So, some additional sights in case they are on your route:
Yosemite National Park, CA
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
San Diego, CA
Disneyland, CA
Sedona, AZ
Las Vegas, NV (and nearby Hoover Dam)
South-east UT
Beartooth Highway WY/MT (but don't take RV on this road)
Black Hills, SD roads near Mt. Rushmore (so many see the presidents but don't explore the rest of the area, some amazing drives and sights)
Some tourist destinations that are not worth much of a detour, if any:
Death Valley NP, CA
Palm Springs, CA
Los Angeles, CA (though some interesting sights buried in LA, such as CA-1 Santa Monica - Malibu - Pt. Mugu.
Deadwood, SD
Reno, NV
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Of course, the suggestions could be more focused with more info on what kind of sights are desired.
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4runnerguy
Glenwood Springs, CO
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In order of my preference:- Yellowstone NP
- SW Colorado
- Glacier NP
- Oregon Coast
- Arches NP
- Canyonlands NP
- Zion NP
- Acadia NP
- Yosemite NP
- Columbia River Gorge
Now if you are also including Canada, Banff and Jasper would jump to the head of the list.
The next 10:
- Redwoods
- Crater Lake NP
- Grand Tetons NP
- Grand Canyon NP
- Bryce Canyon NP
- Big Bend NP
- Mesa Verde NP
- Olympic NP
- CA coast along CA 1 from Fort Bragg to Bodega Bay
- Mt. St. Helens
So many places, so little time!
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Lauren
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This is interesting to be sure and it reflects each personality and preferences.
As usual I pretty much agree with Busskipper and 4runnrguy. And we have been to all the ones they mentioned out here in "The West". For Busskipper I would skip the Hwy 128 drive as a must - nice drive but not a must. Alpine Loop is a great drive but not a top 10 place in my mind.
We are not big fans of Yellowstone for several reasons so would not rank them as Ken does; would put Rocky Mtn NP in his Top 10 and then I like it. And I would put Grand Canyon in his first list and move Zion to the 2nd list. I would replace Big Bend with Monument Valley.
But, in my mind, Ken has pretty well nailed the top 20 places not to be missed.
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4runnerguy
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Wow, can't believe I missed RMNP. I guess being in one's backyard makes us overlook it as a place people travel 1000's of miles to get to.
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Lauren
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You're forgiven, Ken! :-)
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Busskipper
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Lauren,
Not to disagree with anyone – as there can be no wrong answer – but for me most of my “SPOTS” are ones that are on the way to some of the larger more popular ones that are “on everyone’s list and my selections are ways to get there, usually coming or going to a name brand destination. Also have you ever tried Yellowstone in October/ November you might find it really different.
The drive over Trail Ridge would be on my list if you could go over it when it was not crowded – I’m sure if I had spent more time there (RMNP) I would have had better memories of it and it would have made my list. I’ve driven Peak to Peak so many times I’ve lost count, but it has never, ever not been a joy.
For me Rt 128 puts me in the Grand Canyon – likely many Millions of years ago while it was still forming – will always be one of my all time favorites, anytime you can drive along the Colorado River and look up at the Red Rocks, it is a great day.
As always the opinion of the experienced traveler is highly valued, so when Ken and Lauren speak there are years of wisdom in their thoughts and I along with most others will respect and value them.
Often the memories we have of a visit are related to the weather or the company – amazing how such a small thing can influence the way you value and appraise an area. For me the most fun has usually been with family or just heading out and “bumping” my way around the areas discovering spots that often remain only in my fading memory.
Not one poster has given any bad or wrong advice, the best thing is to get out touch and feel the spaces that we all can enjoy and let us all know where they are – Hard to imagine that Ken would not post Maroon Bells, as a favorite – especially this time of year – as it is truly one of the best “secrets” out there.
Thanks for letting me post my thoughts,
Bill
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Barbielab
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I would look at a map of the NP's and Monuments and make up a route connecting as many as posssible. Everyone has favorites and preferences, but really each location offers a great experience. We have been to quite a few of them all over the US and think you would not be disappointed with any you stopped at. Once you have your basic route then look for local parks and sights along the way to break up the drive days. If you follow through with this trip please come back and post your adventure.
Barb
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shoe777
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1. Yellowstone
2. Tetons
3. Beartooth highway (outside NE entrance of Yellowstone) No RV!
4. Southern Colorado (Million Dollar Hwy) Durango, Ouray, Silverton
5. RMNP
6. Grand Canyon
7. Sierra, Big Trees, CA
8. Northern Arkansas, Buffalo River area.
9. Northern New mexico
10. Utahs CAnyonlands (All)
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newk
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I like most of what I'm seeing here. A couple I might add would be northern Minnesota -- the nw shoreline of Lake Superior. Some of the areas along the Mississippi in eastern Iowa are worth a visit, although to rate either in the top 10 might be stretching it. Also, I've been over the Beartooth Highway with a Class C and didn't have any problems at all. I took my time and stopped often for pictures, but it was a very pleasant (and beautiful) drive.
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fireman93514
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I would agree there is no wrong answer as each place is a personal choice. Mine would be:
Yosemite
The entire Oregon coast
Yellowstone
Grand Canyon
Mesa Verde
Mount Rushmore
The Gateway Arch
Washington DC
Charleston SC
Moab UT
These are in no particular order.
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