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May 24, 2022 11:13:54   #
lnl Loc: SWFL
 
You're so close to Bryce and Zion. If you have time, those parks are very interesting and beautiful scenery.

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May 24, 2022 12:08:31   #
David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA
 
Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls pano.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

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May 24, 2022 12:10:38   #
DougS Loc: Central Arkansas
 
Colorado Rocky's (Salida up thru the NP)(CO); Vedauwoo, Snowy Mountains, Tetons NP, Yellowstone, Wy; over the Beartooth Hwy WY to Mt.; Glacier NP (MT), Palouse, North Cascades NP, WA; John Day Fossil Beds, Silver Falls State Park, Coast, Crater Lake; Redwoods & Fern Canyon, CA.
Take your passports, and visit Waterton NP in Canada! Lots to see, just making that loop...

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May 24, 2022 12:21:52   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
gwilliams6 wrote:
If you are going to do Grand Canyon north or south rim, dont forget Page , Arizona area with both Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River, and Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon .

Horseshoe Bend is a 3/4 mile hike out , and then back to the parking lot.

Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons are less walking. Both bucket-list places for any photographer.

And of course famed Monument Valley on Arizona/Utah border.

Cheers


Magnificent scenic shots ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ–๏ธ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŽ–๏ธ๐Ÿ†

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May 24, 2022 12:26:38   #
DLewis Loc: Aurora, CO
 
Ronsh wrote:
Any idea which roads I take


From Denver, go to Golden, CO and then Highway 93 North a couple of miles to Golden Gate Canyon road. Golden Gate Canyon to Highway 119 (Peak To Peak Highway) to Estes Park, CO. From Estes Park, go to RMNP and take the dirt Fall River Road to the top of Trail Ridge Road. Easily done in a car. Far more beautiful than the paved road to the top.

About half way up Golden Gate Canyon, stop at the Visitor Center and see the pond loaded with huge trout.

Dennis

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May 24, 2022 12:55:03   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
David in Dallas wrote:
UHH map by David Casteel, on Flickr

I can provide detailed driving instructions, but they are much too big to put here.

Unless I had a good reason for that order, I'd probably go first to Portland, then to Glacier NP, then to Arches NP (Moab), and then to the North Rim. And I'd take the coastal route to Bakersfield, CA and up to Portland. That route does not travel the same roads--it's about 300 miles longer, but does offer some more possibly interesting sites.
UHH map2 by David Casteel, on Flickr

And as long as passing that area, I'd probably add Yellowstone and Grand Teton NPs, too.
UHH map3 by David Casteel, on Flickr

These maps were developed using MS Streets & Trips, a tool no longer available, unfortunately. I like it and will continue to use it as long as it will work on my Win7Pro computer.
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WOW David the maps look awesome but we leave SA to Lubbock ( picking up an old film camera and some filters) then toward Rocky Mountain National Park then to Tetons and Yellowstone , then Glacier. Not sure whatโ€™s between Glacier and Portland sure Iโ€™ll find something.. once in Portland (son wedding) will try the run down to redwoods. Leaving Portland will head towards Arches and Grand Canyon and all things I can find and remember.
Again thanks for your help Ron

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May 24, 2022 12:56:55   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
1MoreFord wrote:
If you find yourself on I-25, Bishop's Castle is not far to the West, between Trinidad and Pueblo, and Canon City is to the North of the Castle. Canon City has Royal Gorge and Skyline Drive as attractions.

ETA - Also along I-25 is the Sandia Peak Tramway to the NE of Albuquerque.


Thank You, Iโ€™ll check it out, Ron

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May 24, 2022 12:58:22   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
tcthome wrote:
I like to use google earth when dreaming about road trips.


Iโ€™ll look at it , thanks .
Ron

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May 24, 2022 12:59:50   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
Abo wrote:
Make sure all your fluids (in your car) are at the correct levels, your tyre pressures are correct,
and your windscreen is immaculately clean inside as well as out before you set sail... and have fun ;-)


Yes sir! Thank you. Just had oil change hopefully all is good.
Ron

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May 24, 2022 13:02:22   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
BobHartung wrote:
Columbia River GorgeYou do not say what month you are traveling. There area a series of three waterfalls near Multomah Falls; all situated along the Historic Columbia River Highway which parallels i-84/US-30 right next to the Columbia River.

From West to East the are Bridal Veil Falls, Multomah Falls, and Horsetail Falls. Multomah Falls has a parking lot accessible directly from I-84 however you cannot get (to my knowledge) from this parking lot to the old highway.
The old highway will not accommodate a wide RV or a long trailer and it gets VERY narrow in spots.

Also during the summer months, Multomah Falls is jam packed ( we visited in March 2022) and reservations may be needed. The other two falls had far less traffic.

The Historic Columbia River Highway is a 7-8 mile long stretch with entry and exit points to I-84 at both ends. Multomah Falls is located ~30 miles East of Portland.

Other sites:
Dinosaur National Monument: This has a wonderful little office by the parking lot what has a stupendous and little known follis display. Sometimes a range will be working on newly found fossils in the central room.

Yellowstone Nat'l Park: A gem with something for everyone. My favorite location is Mammoth Hot Springs and the
Travertine Falls. Light is best just before sunrise or else in the latter part of the afternoon and evening when the sun is not directly hitting the white and variegated calcium carbonate. This is a living area and it changes every year as springs dry up and new springs open up. Color is from mineral deposition and some mosses. Of course Yellowstone can be busy but the hot springs are far from Old Faithful. Gardiner, MT is nearly with many eateries and motel rooms. Livingston, MT is 50 miles to the North and right on I-80. A newish Fairfield Inn & Suites is located there and there are a couple of good steak houses (Montana's Ribs & Chop House).

The Palouse: This agricultural area glows in the spring. I think the favorite vantage point is StepToe Butte south of Spokane.

Upper North Falls @ Silver Falls State Park: waterfalls with not too long of a hike. ~ 30-40 miles ease of Salem, OR.

Glacier Nat'l Park: Going-to-the-Sun RoadP now requires a timed entry ticket. IO think the tickets are good for three days. More info on the link.

Oregon Coast: Sea Stacks near Bandon, OR.

North California Coast: Giant Redwoods just south of the Oregon Border. closest town in Klamath, CA to the North and Trinidad, Mckinleyville, Arcata, & Eureka to the South.

Lassen Volcano Nat'l Park: Along and about a quarter of the way between Redding, CA and Reno, NV on California Hwy 44. I have not visited yet, but will be in June on my way to see the grandkids in Redmond, WA. Hot Springs among other attractions.

Yosemite Nat'l Park/Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks: Summer will be packed. Park entry Requires Reservations May 30th - Sept 30th. See the link.
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Thank you for all the information, should be on the road by Friday
Ron

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May 24, 2022 13:03:45   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
granbob wrote:
I recommend the National Bison Range, north of Missoula, Montana, on highway 93, near Ravalli. As I remember it, there is a one-way, loop road, not paved, and lots of wildlife.


Bob, Iโ€™ll check it out. Thank you
Ron

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May 24, 2022 13:05:38   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
gwilliams6 wrote:
If you are going to do Grand Canyon north or south rim, dont forget Page , Arizona area with both Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River, and Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon .

Horseshoe Bend is a 3/4 mile hike out , and then back to the parking lot.

Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons are less walking. Both bucket-list places for any photographer.

And of course famed Monument Valley on Arizona/Utah border.

Cheers


Awesome photos, they will be on the list for sure.
Thank you
Ron

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May 24, 2022 13:07:05   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
lnl wrote:
You're so close to Bryce and Zion. If you have time, those parks are very interesting and beautiful scenery.


Iโ€™ll check them out, thanks for the input.
Ron

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May 24, 2022 13:07:49   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
David in Dallas wrote:
Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls pano.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr


Yep on the list
Ron

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May 24, 2022 13:09:59   #
Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.
 
DougS wrote:
Colorado Rocky's (Salida up thru the NP)(CO); Vedauwoo, Snowy Mountains, Tetons NP, Yellowstone, Wy; over the Beartooth Hwy WY to Mt.; Glacier NP (MT), Palouse, North Cascades NP, WA; John Day Fossil Beds, Silver Falls State Park, Coast, Crater Lake; Redwoods & Fern Canyon, CA.
Take your passports, and visit Waterton NP in Canada! Lots to see, just making that loop...


Doug, Thank You, yes lots to see. We will be taking our passports.
Ron

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