When you come to a fork in the road, please take it.
Yogi Berra, 2002
The Adventure You Create
Each road trip is an adventure crafted by you, a journey that fosters unique bonds among family members while forging memories that will last a lifetime. Unlike the static comfort of your couch, a road trip offers a fresh canvas of exploration and excitement.
Benefits of a Road Trip
Road trips are a gateway to adventures you can’t find at home. They breathe life into mundane routines, infusing spontaneity and discovery with every mile traveled. Each turn and detour promises a new thrill, a chance encounter, and stories waiting to unfold.
Creating Family Bonds
Traveling together in the close quarters of a car fosters a sense of camaraderie and shared experiences. Whether singing along to favorite tunes, playing games, or having heart-to-heart conversations, these moments strengthen familial bonds and create cherished memories.
Discovering Hidden Gems
Planning a road trip can be done effortlessly from the comfort of your kitchen table. It’s a fun process of deciding destinations and researching attractions. You may stumble upon places you’ve never heard of, adding an element of surprise and delight to your adventure.
Simplicity of Planning
Road trip planning is remarkably straightforward. You can map out trips to unexplored destinations at your kitchen table. This ease of planning makes road trips accessible and exciting, even for those new to travel planning.
Flexible Itineraries
One of the joys of road trips is the flexibility they offer. Set a timetable for each stop, but know your itinerary is adaptable. As you travel, you can change plans on a whim, embracing spontaneity and making the journey even more exhilarating.
Unleashing Imagination
Road trips invite you to unleash your imagination and embrace spontaneity. The open road beckons you to explore, dream, and create. It’s an opportunity to break free from routine and seize the moment.
Seize the Moment
Don’t wait. Embrace the opportunity for adventure now. Let the road guide you as you embark on a journey of discovery, bonding, and unforgettable experiences.
Why go on a road trip? Because it’s an adventure that you create. Do it while you can.
New England
Short Weekend Road Trips to Consider
You can make a road trip last for weeks, over a holiday, or any weekend.
Massachusetts
Greenfield West on Route 2 to Williamstown
Salem East on Route 127 to Rockport
Sandwich to Provincetown on Rt 6A,
The Old King’s Highway
New Hampshire
Hinsdale to Montagne des Lignes, Canada
on the Connecticut River Byway
Wakefield to Conway to Brenton Woods
White Mountain’s Covered Bridges and Waterfalls
Monadnock Region Breweries & Distilleries
Maine
Brunswick to St. Stephen, Canada
on Route 1
VERMONT
Wilmington to Newport
Burlington to Rouses Point
Fairhaven to Vergennes
Longer Road trips
Idaho’s Scenic Drives
Messa Falls Scenic Byway
This beautiful eastern Idaho byway takes in the
impressive Upper and Lower Mesa Falls. The route
offers access to walking trails and viewing platforms.
Don’t miss the chance to check out the
Mesa Falls Visitor Center.
Drive time – 45 minutes
Thousand Springs Scenic Byway
This byway runs through south-central Idaho along
The Snake River showcases numerous
natural springs and waterfalls.
Drive time 1 hour and 30 minutes
Salmon River Scenic Byway
Follow the Salmon River on this central Idaho drive.
The route has several pull-offs for river access and
picnicking, as well as historical sites
on the area’s past as a mining and logging hub.
Discover ghost towns along the way, like
Bayhorse and Bonanza.
Drive time – 3 hours – 15 minutes
Sawtooth Scenic Byway
This Idaho byway crosses the Boulder Mountains<
and leads to outdoor activities in the
Sawtooth National Recreation Area.
Drive time 1 hour and 30 minutes
Teton Scenic Byway
Set out on this byway to experience eastern Idaho’s natural charm with the stunning Teton Range.
This drive is particularly striking during spring and fall,
when the colors change.
Drive time – 1 hour, 30 minutes
Hells Canyon Scenic Byway
The eastern side of North America’s deepest river gorge,
this southwest Idaho byway offers
viewpoints and access to a recreational area
in Hells Canyon.
This area is remote, so consider
stopping in Cambridge to stock up on supplies
and gas before exploring.
Drive time – 2 hours
Even Longer Road Trips
Possible long road trips might include:
Pacific Coast Highway
Border to Border – Highway 93 US border at Eureka, Montana, to US 60 in Wickenburg, Arizona
The Road to Nowhere – Beginning at Swan River, Manitoba, to Brownsville, Texas, to Matamoros, Mexico
The Great River Road – aka GRR –
Local roads that follow the course of the Mississippi River through ten states
Appalachian Trail –
This driving route parallels the hiking trail from
Maine to Georgia
Atlantic East Coast –
Eastport, Maine, to Key West, Florida
The Great Northern States –
Washington to Maine
The Oregon Trail
The Loneliest Road –
Sacramento, California, to Ocean City, Maryland
Route 66 –
The Mother of All Roads
We’ll share other potential road trips for you to consider in the coming months, offering key highlights to guide your planning.
Each journey is an opportunity for memorable experiences, and we’ll suggest destinations and items for your bucket list.
For a sample bucket list, visit https://northeast-truckcampers.org/planning-a-truck-camper-road-trip/
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