Bonjour
Nous souhaiterions nous arreter une fois entre los angeles et san Francisco, que pensez vous de santa barbara?
A lois qu'une autre ville sympa soit plus à mi chemin?
merci bcp
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Escale entre Los Angeles et San Francisco
by Atiko
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Nous souhaiterions nous arreter une fois entre los angeles et san Francisco, que pensez vous de santa barbara?
A lois qu'une autre ville sympa soit plus à mi chemin ?
Santa Barbara est vraiment trop proche de Los Angeles, si tu cherches à effectuer une étape de nuit à mi-chemin en longeant la côte Pacifique (route côtière N°1) afin de rejoindre San Francisco !
Je te conseille Cambria (tout comme Jpg13) ou San Simeon très proches l'une de l'autre, et pratiquement situées à équidistance de Los Angeles et de San Francisco.
Tu peux profiter de cette étape pour par exemple visiter Hearst Castle, l'incroyable demeure du célèbre milliardaire (et magnat de la presse) William Randolph Hearst.
En poursuivant vers San Francisco, tu pourrais également faire une halte te permettant de visiter l'une des plus anciennes missions de Californie (celle de San Carlos Borroméo del rio Carmelo) située toute proche de la jolie ville de Carmel.
Puis emprunter la "17-Mile Drive", une agréable route panoramique située près de Monterrey qui offre d'assez jolis points de vue sur la côte Pacifique.
Santa Barbara est vraiment trop proche de Los Angeles, si tu cherches à effectuer une étape de nuit à mi-chemin en longeant la côte Pacifique (route côtière N°1) afin de rejoindre San Francisco !
Je te conseille Cambria (tout comme Jpg13) ou San Simeon très proches l'une de l'autre, et pratiquement situées à équidistance de Los Angeles et de San Francisco.
Tu peux profiter de cette étape pour par exemple visiter Hearst Castle, l'incroyable demeure du célèbre milliardaire (et magnat de la presse) William Randolph Hearst.
En poursuivant vers San Francisco, tu pourrais également faire une halte te permettant de visiter l'une des plus anciennes missions de Californie (celle de San Carlos Borroméo del rio Carmelo) située toute proche de la jolie ville de Carmel.
Puis emprunter la "17-Mile Drive", une agréable route panoramique située près de Monterrey qui offre d'assez jolis points de vue sur la côte Pacifique.
Bonjour Jean-Pierre,
Bonjour
Je pensais à CAMBRIA plutot que San Simon, car c'est quand même plus un village que San Simeon (qui n'est que quelques motels reunis au bord de la route).
J'approuve tout à fait l'option qui consiste à proposer Cambria comme étape de nuit (raison pour laquelle d'ailleurs, je l'ai également mentionné dans ma réponse) mais sans écarter toutefois celle de San Simeon, car elle me paraît être bien largement suffisante pour n'y passer qu'une seule nuit, sur la route menant à San Francisco ! 😉
Le choix définitif de notre amie "Atiko" dépendra en fait, de ce qu'elle envisage de faire de sa soirée (simple repos ou visite de nuit d'un village de modeste importance).
Tout en sachant que suivant le choix du motel, San Simeon permet de loger pratiquement en bord de mer, et que l'endroit est également beaucoup plus proche de Hearst Castle (dans le cas d'une visite programmée en ce lieu). 🙂
Bonjour
Je pensais à CAMBRIA plutot que San Simon, car c'est quand même plus un village que San Simeon (qui n'est que quelques motels reunis au bord de la route).
J'approuve tout à fait l'option qui consiste à proposer Cambria comme étape de nuit (raison pour laquelle d'ailleurs, je l'ai également mentionné dans ma réponse) mais sans écarter toutefois celle de San Simeon, car elle me paraît être bien largement suffisante pour n'y passer qu'une seule nuit, sur la route menant à San Francisco ! 😉
Le choix définitif de notre amie "Atiko" dépendra en fait, de ce qu'elle envisage de faire de sa soirée (simple repos ou visite de nuit d'un village de modeste importance).
Tout en sachant que suivant le choix du motel, San Simeon permet de loger pratiquement en bord de mer, et que l'endroit est également beaucoup plus proche de Hearst Castle (dans le cas d'une visite programmée en ce lieu). 🙂
Hi
A San Simeon, on peut aussi aller voir les éléphants de mer, très nombreux sur la plage voisine de Piedras Blancas
Bern
A San Simeon, on peut aussi aller voir les éléphants de mer, très nombreux sur la plage voisine de Piedras Blancas
Bern
USA 2018 - Arizona, chez les indiens... https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9061068;#9061068
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USA 2012 "Au long du Rio Grande" https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=5290732;#5290732
Quoique finalement, c'est pas tres different d'un coucher de soleil sur l'Atlantique à CAMARET
Mais très certainement mon cher ! Mais bon... pour nous Européens, un coucher de soleil sur la côte Pacifique a tout de même de quoi nous faire rêver, non ?! 😎 😉
bien que je ne me souviens pas d'avoir jamais pu voir un coucher de soleil en Bretagne sans pluie ou sans nuages (amis bretons it's a joke😏😏)
Ah, ah, ah ! 😏 Idem en ce qui concerne la très belle côte (Ouest) Irlandaise ! (Irish friends, it's also a joke ! 😉 😏)
Mais très certainement mon cher ! Mais bon... pour nous Européens, un coucher de soleil sur la côte Pacifique a tout de même de quoi nous faire rêver, non ?! 😎 😉
bien que je ne me souviens pas d'avoir jamais pu voir un coucher de soleil en Bretagne sans pluie ou sans nuages (amis bretons it's a joke😏😏)
Ah, ah, ah ! 😏 Idem en ce qui concerne la très belle côte (Ouest) Irlandaise ! (Irish friends, it's also a joke ! 😉 😏)
C'est vrai que le coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique fait rever!!
Ca a aussi le principal interet d'en jeter pas mal lors des discussions du café du matin au bureau !!!😏😏😏
C'est vrai aussi qu'à SAN SIMEON on peut combiner les elephants de mer ET le coucher du soleil . Vu l'activité debordante de ces animaux, on peut choisir une vitesse d'obturation des appareils photos tres tres faible...
C'est vrai aussi qu'à SAN SIMEON on peut combiner les elephants de mer ET le coucher du soleil . Vu l'activité debordante de ces animaux, on peut choisir une vitesse d'obturation des appareils photos tres tres faible...
Jean Pierre,
Ta réponse me fait penser aux personnes qui ne profitent pas de ce qu'il y a a voir chez eux.
Je n'ai jamais pensé a aller regarder un coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique. Et juste hier, je parlais avec des personnes qui habitent à une heure de San Francisco et ne sont jamais allés à Alcatraz.
Un peu comme les Parisiens qui ne sont jamais monté à la Tour Eiffel.
Kristen
Je n'ai jamais pensé a aller regarder un coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique. Et juste hier, je parlais avec des personnes qui habitent à une heure de San Francisco et ne sont jamais allés à Alcatraz.
Un peu comme les Parisiens qui ne sont jamais monté à la Tour Eiffel.
Kristen
Bonsoir Kristen
Et oui, les couchers de soleil sur le Pacific! Un endroit ideal pour les photographes, un seul bemol, le Brouillard.
Je suis alle au bord du Pacific tellement de fois, dans l'espoir d'avoir un beau coucher de soleil, j'en ai eu, parfois. Mais plus souvent le broullard se ligue contre moi. Je veux dire remonter la cote evec l'espoir d'un beau coucher de soleil est une idee merveilleuse si l'on arrive au bon moment!
Quand a Alcatraz, lorsque des amis viennent nous voir et qu'ils veulent aller a Alcatraz, ils y vont seuls.
Aucun interet pour moi
Amities
Alex
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How heavy do I journey on the way,
When what I seek (my weary travel’s end)
Shakespeare sonnet 50, vers 1- 2.
Bonjour Kristen,
Jean Pierre, Ta réponse me fait penser aux personnes qui ne profitent pas de ce qu'il y a a voir chez eux.
Je n'ai jamais pensé a aller regarder un coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique. Et juste hier, je parlais avec des personnes qui habitent à une heure de San Francisco et ne sont jamais allés à Alcatraz.
Un peu comme les Parisiens qui ne sont jamais monté à la Tour Eiffel.
Kristen
Eh oui, Kristen… "L'herbe paraît toujours plus verte ailleurs" ! 😎 Aurais-tu oublié ce fameux proverbe, qui colle à la peau d’un très grand nombre de voyageurs ? 😉
Si celui qui... voyage après voyage... finit par se rendre compte que contrairement à ce qu’il croyait dans sa prime jeunesse... l’herbe est finalement partout pareille sur notre bonne vieille Terre. C’est-à-dire que de très belles choses peuvent parfois aussi exister à seulement quelques pas de l’endroit où il habite, sans qu’il ne puisse parfois même en soupçonner la réelle existence, et qu'ôtée la première toute petite couche de "vernis superficiel", la nature humaine est au fond, partout strictement identique. Sa parfois très profonde addiction aux voyages, continuera alors tout de même à lui faire croire le contraire ! 😏
La "bonne action" de son entourage consistera donc à toujours faire en sorte de le lui faire croire, en entretenant ainsi le rêve d’une manière infinie ! 🙂 Car l’espoir et le rêve sont de formidables moteurs capables de nous faire faire bien des choses, et... des kilomètres !
D’ailleurs toi-même semble en être persuadée ! 😉 Puisque résidant en Californie, tu nous avoues n’avoir jamais eu l’envie d’aller voir un coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique ?! 😮
En ce qui me concerne, ce n’est qu’après avoir déjà découvert bien des merveilles de par le vaste monde, que je me suis un jour rendu compte que mon propre pays recelait également un nombre incroyable de "trésors" que je me suis alors tardivement décidé à découvrir, tout en continuant d’accomplir de biens plus lointains voyages !
L’éternel et infatigable voyageur est ainsi fait ! Il veut toujours aller voir ce qui se cache loin, très loin derrière la montagne. En revient quelquefois déçu, mais bien plus souvent émerveillé. Et oublie fréquemment les beautés qui parfois sont devant la montagne, c’est-à-dire à sa porte ?!
Amicalement Marco
Jean Pierre, Ta réponse me fait penser aux personnes qui ne profitent pas de ce qu'il y a a voir chez eux.
Je n'ai jamais pensé a aller regarder un coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique. Et juste hier, je parlais avec des personnes qui habitent à une heure de San Francisco et ne sont jamais allés à Alcatraz.
Un peu comme les Parisiens qui ne sont jamais monté à la Tour Eiffel.
Kristen
Eh oui, Kristen… "L'herbe paraît toujours plus verte ailleurs" ! 😎 Aurais-tu oublié ce fameux proverbe, qui colle à la peau d’un très grand nombre de voyageurs ? 😉
Si celui qui... voyage après voyage... finit par se rendre compte que contrairement à ce qu’il croyait dans sa prime jeunesse... l’herbe est finalement partout pareille sur notre bonne vieille Terre. C’est-à-dire que de très belles choses peuvent parfois aussi exister à seulement quelques pas de l’endroit où il habite, sans qu’il ne puisse parfois même en soupçonner la réelle existence, et qu'ôtée la première toute petite couche de "vernis superficiel", la nature humaine est au fond, partout strictement identique. Sa parfois très profonde addiction aux voyages, continuera alors tout de même à lui faire croire le contraire ! 😏
La "bonne action" de son entourage consistera donc à toujours faire en sorte de le lui faire croire, en entretenant ainsi le rêve d’une manière infinie ! 🙂 Car l’espoir et le rêve sont de formidables moteurs capables de nous faire faire bien des choses, et... des kilomètres !
D’ailleurs toi-même semble en être persuadée ! 😉 Puisque résidant en Californie, tu nous avoues n’avoir jamais eu l’envie d’aller voir un coucher de soleil sur le Pacifique ?! 😮
En ce qui me concerne, ce n’est qu’après avoir déjà découvert bien des merveilles de par le vaste monde, que je me suis un jour rendu compte que mon propre pays recelait également un nombre incroyable de "trésors" que je me suis alors tardivement décidé à découvrir, tout en continuant d’accomplir de biens plus lointains voyages !
L’éternel et infatigable voyageur est ainsi fait ! Il veut toujours aller voir ce qui se cache loin, très loin derrière la montagne. En revient quelquefois déçu, mais bien plus souvent émerveillé. Et oublie fréquemment les beautés qui parfois sont devant la montagne, c’est-à-dire à sa porte ?!
Amicalement Marco
Bonjour Alex,
Et oui, les couchers de soleil sur le Pacific ! Un endroit ideal pour les photographes, un seul bemol, le Brouillard. Je suis alle au bord du Pacific tellement de fois, dans l'espoir d'avoir un beau coucher de soleil, j'en ai eu, parfois. Mais plus souvent le broullard se ligue contre moi. Je veux dire remonter la cote evec l'espoir d'un beau coucher de soleil est une idee merveilleuse si l'on arrive au bon moment !
Ce que tu dis, rejoint ce que l'on entend ou lit très souvent à propos de ce fameux brouillard qui paraît-il, hante presque à longueur d'année la baie de San Francisco ! Empêchant bien souvent ainsi les photographes dont tu parles, à prendre en photo et dans son intégralité, l'un des plus célèbres symboles de cette ville : le "Golden Gate Bridge" (éventuellement au coucher du soleil) !
Faut croire alors, que je suis tout particulièrement chanceux ! 😎 Car je suis par 2 fois déjà allé en Californie (en passant à chaque fois, plusieurs jours à San Francisco), et... J'ai pour chacun de mes séjours (effectués en des périodes de l'année totalement différentes) pu y voir le "Golden Gate" entièrement dégagé de son "habituelle" gangue de brouillard ! 🙂 Assez surprenant, non ?! 😏
Ceci étant, j'aurais bien voulu le voir (au moins une fois) à moitié pris dans le brouillard, le "Golden Gate" ! 🙂 Car cela rend également assez bien (d'après les photos que j'ai pu voir) ! 😉
Amicalement Marco
Et oui, les couchers de soleil sur le Pacific ! Un endroit ideal pour les photographes, un seul bemol, le Brouillard. Je suis alle au bord du Pacific tellement de fois, dans l'espoir d'avoir un beau coucher de soleil, j'en ai eu, parfois. Mais plus souvent le broullard se ligue contre moi. Je veux dire remonter la cote evec l'espoir d'un beau coucher de soleil est une idee merveilleuse si l'on arrive au bon moment !
Ce que tu dis, rejoint ce que l'on entend ou lit très souvent à propos de ce fameux brouillard qui paraît-il, hante presque à longueur d'année la baie de San Francisco ! Empêchant bien souvent ainsi les photographes dont tu parles, à prendre en photo et dans son intégralité, l'un des plus célèbres symboles de cette ville : le "Golden Gate Bridge" (éventuellement au coucher du soleil) !
Faut croire alors, que je suis tout particulièrement chanceux ! 😎 Car je suis par 2 fois déjà allé en Californie (en passant à chaque fois, plusieurs jours à San Francisco), et... J'ai pour chacun de mes séjours (effectués en des périodes de l'année totalement différentes) pu y voir le "Golden Gate" entièrement dégagé de son "habituelle" gangue de brouillard ! 🙂 Assez surprenant, non ?! 😏
Ceci étant, j'aurais bien voulu le voir (au moins une fois) à moitié pris dans le brouillard, le "Golden Gate" ! 🙂 Car cela rend également assez bien (d'après les photos que j'ai pu voir) ! 😉
Amicalement Marco
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I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Hi there,
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Hi there,
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here's a tip for future visitors!
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
Hi everyone,
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hey everyone!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
Hello,
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan