Idées choses à voir et activités de grand air au Tennessee, Alabama et Géorgie
by Usafan
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Hello les amis,
Je suis à la recherche de choses à voir et activités de grand air à faire entre la Géorgie, le Tennessee et l'Alabama...
J'ai déjà parcouru pas mal de guides et de sites, mais j'avoue ne pas être super emballé pour le moment... Je précise que les musées c'est vraiment pas mon trip. Je préfère une bonne rando VTT ou Kayak, une ballade sur une belle plage, la découverte d'un lieu insolite. Des lieux cultes (déjà repéré Graceland et L'hotel loraine...
Ouais je sais j'en demande beaucoup et je ne pense pas que ce type de destination soit très courue. Mais je tente ma chance.
Je prends toute idée originale 😉
Sinon, je ferais comme d'hab, zéro préparation, 100% AVENTURE 😎
la tournée des potences du kkk peut être.....
Bonjour
j'interviens peu sur le forum (même si je lis tous les carnets de voyage USA / Canada ou presque !) , mais pour une fois j'ai des infos sur des coins peut-être un peu moins visités que l'Ouest ou la Floride...
alors je me lance...
Nous (Mister and me) avons fait en octobre 2017 un road-trip Charlotte-Miami sur 3 semaines qui avait comme objectif principal de voir les smocky mountain NP et la nouvelle-Orleans, avec des vols directs de et vers Paris à un tarif abordable.
On pensait se poser en Floride 4-5 jours sur la fin mais le cyclone (Irma ou Maria ?) de début septembre ayant causé pas mal de dégats dans cet Etat on a adapté la fin de notre itinéraire en privilégiant la Géorgie...ce qui n'était pas une bonne idée pour cette raison précise car le cyclone avait causé pas mal de dégât dans cet état aussi, notamment au niveau des campings...Bref...on a adapté nos logements du coup..c'était pas la haute saison donc toujours des motels de libre sur la route...C'était 6 semaines après le cyclone...
donc je dirai pour la Tenesse : il y a 4h00 de route entre Nashville et le parc des smocky moutain qui est sur la frontière entre la Caroline du Nord et le Tenessee, donc si on aime la nature on peut visiter ce parc qui est un NP, en prenant son temps...surtout en automne. nous y avions passé 3 jours plein, sous très beau temps, avec le feuillage d'automne qui pointait son nez , des animaux (ours noir, elks...), des randos sympas. un peu de monde (surtout des américains) mais pas la foule...vraiment magnifique, on a adoré ce NP... Un peu moins l'espèce de fête foraine qu'est Pigeon Forge la ville avoisinante , mais bon on a campé dans le parc, donc...
Ensuite on a pris la Natchez Trace Parkway entre Nashville et Natchez : nous , on a été déçu, même par beau temps, c'est relativement plat, en forêt, entouré de zones agricoles ; joli mais pas dépaysante ; d'autres ont peut-être aimé, mais, nous..on est passé "à côté"
Après une semaine en Lousiane, on est allée en Georgie en traversant par l'Alabama : sur cet état de l'Alabama rien à dire on ne s'y est pas arrêté. La côte par contre n'était pas très sauvage (belles vues sur les stations de forage pétroliers du golf du Mexique) ; on n'a même pas fait un petit coucou à Forrest Gump...
Bon ensuite la Georgie : on a adoré mais on a vu que la partie côtière pas l'intérieur des terres... Il y a bien sûr l'incontournable Savannah, même sans être très ville, c'est vert, c'est beau, ça brille, même sous la pluie...
on a descendu lentement la côte vers la Floride avec un arrêt aux iles de saint simon et jeckyll, : iles plutôt sauvages, plein d'oiseaux... de grandes plages désertes...des forts, des phares...un coté "fin de saison" désuet...du calme...du vent.. Suite à l'ouragan, nous n'avons pas pu visiter les îles voisines nécessitant un ferry car les liaisons étaient interrompues...dommage, ça avait l'air sympa ; pour saint simon et jeckyll il avait un pont donc pas besoin de Ferry.
Après on est allé à HOFWYL-BROADFIELD PLANTATION State Historic Site qui est une ancienne plantation de riz. J'ai trouvé ça plus intéressant que les plantations de Lousiane : un peu moins de "déni" de la période de l'esclavage, une architecture plus simple en bois, une végétation luxuriante, des jardins...et surtout...pas la foule... en plus on n'était que 4 à faire la visite, nous et un couple d'américain sexagénaires originaires de Georgie qui passaient tous leurs week-end à visiter leur bel état, qu'ils nous ont vanté comme le plus bel état d'amérique... on a discuté mais j'avoue que l'accent Georgien...ouah...j'ai eu du mal à tout comprendre ce que me racontait le Monsieur...Ce Monsieur était d'ailleurs un arrière arrière petit fils d'esclave (si j'ai bien compris), la visite était empreinte pour lui d'une certaine gravité...
bon après cette visite riche en émotion nous nous sommes rendus en Géorgie toujours à Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge pour y faire une journée de canoe dans la rivière et des balades en foret on y a vu quelques alligators, ce n'était pas la meilleure saison pour les observer mais pour le canoe nickel car le niveau d'eau était très haut la aussi végétation luxuriante de type "jungle", très très peu de touristes, surtout des américains en vacances ou week-end...
ci dessous quelques photos...
Magali
smocky mountain


Natchez Trace ParkWay
Jeckyll Island
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
HOFWYL-BROADFIELD PLANTATION
donc je dirai pour la Tenesse : il y a 4h00 de route entre Nashville et le parc des smocky moutain qui est sur la frontière entre la Caroline du Nord et le Tenessee, donc si on aime la nature on peut visiter ce parc qui est un NP, en prenant son temps...surtout en automne. nous y avions passé 3 jours plein, sous très beau temps, avec le feuillage d'automne qui pointait son nez , des animaux (ours noir, elks...), des randos sympas. un peu de monde (surtout des américains) mais pas la foule...vraiment magnifique, on a adoré ce NP... Un peu moins l'espèce de fête foraine qu'est Pigeon Forge la ville avoisinante , mais bon on a campé dans le parc, donc...
Ensuite on a pris la Natchez Trace Parkway entre Nashville et Natchez : nous , on a été déçu, même par beau temps, c'est relativement plat, en forêt, entouré de zones agricoles ; joli mais pas dépaysante ; d'autres ont peut-être aimé, mais, nous..on est passé "à côté"
Après une semaine en Lousiane, on est allée en Georgie en traversant par l'Alabama : sur cet état de l'Alabama rien à dire on ne s'y est pas arrêté. La côte par contre n'était pas très sauvage (belles vues sur les stations de forage pétroliers du golf du Mexique) ; on n'a même pas fait un petit coucou à Forrest Gump...
Bon ensuite la Georgie : on a adoré mais on a vu que la partie côtière pas l'intérieur des terres... Il y a bien sûr l'incontournable Savannah, même sans être très ville, c'est vert, c'est beau, ça brille, même sous la pluie...
on a descendu lentement la côte vers la Floride avec un arrêt aux iles de saint simon et jeckyll, : iles plutôt sauvages, plein d'oiseaux... de grandes plages désertes...des forts, des phares...un coté "fin de saison" désuet...du calme...du vent.. Suite à l'ouragan, nous n'avons pas pu visiter les îles voisines nécessitant un ferry car les liaisons étaient interrompues...dommage, ça avait l'air sympa ; pour saint simon et jeckyll il avait un pont donc pas besoin de Ferry.
Après on est allé à HOFWYL-BROADFIELD PLANTATION State Historic Site qui est une ancienne plantation de riz. J'ai trouvé ça plus intéressant que les plantations de Lousiane : un peu moins de "déni" de la période de l'esclavage, une architecture plus simple en bois, une végétation luxuriante, des jardins...et surtout...pas la foule... en plus on n'était que 4 à faire la visite, nous et un couple d'américain sexagénaires originaires de Georgie qui passaient tous leurs week-end à visiter leur bel état, qu'ils nous ont vanté comme le plus bel état d'amérique... on a discuté mais j'avoue que l'accent Georgien...ouah...j'ai eu du mal à tout comprendre ce que me racontait le Monsieur...Ce Monsieur était d'ailleurs un arrière arrière petit fils d'esclave (si j'ai bien compris), la visite était empreinte pour lui d'une certaine gravité...
bon après cette visite riche en émotion nous nous sommes rendus en Géorgie toujours à Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge pour y faire une journée de canoe dans la rivière et des balades en foret on y a vu quelques alligators, ce n'était pas la meilleure saison pour les observer mais pour le canoe nickel car le niveau d'eau était très haut la aussi végétation luxuriante de type "jungle", très très peu de touristes, surtout des américains en vacances ou week-end...
ci dessous quelques photos...
Magali
smocky mountain


Natchez Trace ParkWay

Jeckyll Island

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

HOFWYL-BROADFIELD PLANTATION

bonjour,
À propos de découverte de choses insolites….
En France on peut admirer le spectacle parfaitement synchronisé des vols d’étourneaux qui, à l’automne, évoluent impeccablement par vols de plusieurs milliers comme dans une parade militaire chinoise. Il causent parfois des désagréments aux riverains quand ils décident de passer une nuit, au chaud, dans les arbres de la ville (fientes le lendemain matin!) mais que c’est beau et quand on a le loisir de les voir de près, s’ils évoluent derrière votre salle à manger avant de se poser sur l’herbe …. c’est encore plus fascinant
Dans les Great Smokies des Appalaches le spectacle est fourni au printemps ( j’en ai déjà parlé sur ce forum) par les :
Synchronous Fireflies - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
voir aussi, l’impact en termes de tourisme :
Synchronous Fireflies in the Great Smoky Mountains National ..
...
Nous avons tous entendu parler, sinon pratiqué, la ‘’ danse des canards’’….
À Memphis pas de danse mais une marche... c’est une tradition centenaire qui anime l’hôtel Peabody. Deux fois par jour on y déroule le tapis rouge pour permettre à cinq de ces volatiles sympathiques de se rendre depuis l’ascenseur jusqu’à la fontaine intérieure oû ils vont s’ébattre un moment… ! The Peabody Hotel Duck March -
....
Un jour que j’avais fait un détour en descendant la vallée du Rhône pour visiter le Palais Ideal du Facteur CHEVAL (Visitez le Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval) dont on dit qu’il avait été inspiré par la lecture de catalogues et…. du Calendrier du facteur, une famille du Texas avait eu la même idée.
Comment diable ces Texans avaient-il atterri là… ?
Leur réponse : en fouillant sur internet, comme ici ...
10 lieux insolites à découvrir en France - L'Apprentie Voyageuse
...
Au Tennessee on avait à peu près l’équivalent, je dis avait parce que je viens de constater, en vérifiant l’adresse, qu’il venait d’être réduit en cendres par un incendie. C’était aussi un édifice construit avec des planches, 2x4, poutres, solives, madriers etc.… de récupération, non pas par un facteur mais par un pasteur. Voici donc, pour mémoire, quelques Images correspondant à crossville treehouse du Révérend BURGESS inspiré, lui, par la Bible !
...
Au Tennessee on propose souvent de rendre visite à la distillerie Jack Daniel…..
Depuis quelques années le Moonshineétant devenu légal un peu partout dans les Appalaches, je proposerai plutôt (comme je l’ai déjà fait il y a deux ou trois ans) de rendre visite, par exemple, à THE HOLLER – Ole Smoky Moonshine Le Figaro ne s’y est pas trompé ( article d’avril 2019) :
Le moonshine, le plus rebelle des spiritueux
Ramener de voyage une jar de moonshine... çà à quand même une autre gueule que de ramener la même bouteille que celle que vous trouvez au supermarché du coin !
Ceci dit…
tu le sais probablement mais qui est amateur d’insolite peut simplement taper ‘’ Atlas obscura….’’ suivi du nom de l’État, de la ville etc...aux USA ou ailleurs
À propos de découverte de choses insolites….
En France on peut admirer le spectacle parfaitement synchronisé des vols d’étourneaux qui, à l’automne, évoluent impeccablement par vols de plusieurs milliers comme dans une parade militaire chinoise. Il causent parfois des désagréments aux riverains quand ils décident de passer une nuit, au chaud, dans les arbres de la ville (fientes le lendemain matin!) mais que c’est beau et quand on a le loisir de les voir de près, s’ils évoluent derrière votre salle à manger avant de se poser sur l’herbe …. c’est encore plus fascinant
Dans les Great Smokies des Appalaches le spectacle est fourni au printemps ( j’en ai déjà parlé sur ce forum) par les :
Synchronous Fireflies - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
voir aussi, l’impact en termes de tourisme :
Synchronous Fireflies in the Great Smoky Mountains National ..
...
Nous avons tous entendu parler, sinon pratiqué, la ‘’ danse des canards’’….
À Memphis pas de danse mais une marche... c’est une tradition centenaire qui anime l’hôtel Peabody. Deux fois par jour on y déroule le tapis rouge pour permettre à cinq de ces volatiles sympathiques de se rendre depuis l’ascenseur jusqu’à la fontaine intérieure oû ils vont s’ébattre un moment… ! The Peabody Hotel Duck March -
....
Un jour que j’avais fait un détour en descendant la vallée du Rhône pour visiter le Palais Ideal du Facteur CHEVAL (Visitez le Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval) dont on dit qu’il avait été inspiré par la lecture de catalogues et…. du Calendrier du facteur, une famille du Texas avait eu la même idée.
Comment diable ces Texans avaient-il atterri là… ?
Leur réponse : en fouillant sur internet, comme ici ...
10 lieux insolites à découvrir en France - L'Apprentie Voyageuse
...
Au Tennessee on avait à peu près l’équivalent, je dis avait parce que je viens de constater, en vérifiant l’adresse, qu’il venait d’être réduit en cendres par un incendie. C’était aussi un édifice construit avec des planches, 2x4, poutres, solives, madriers etc.… de récupération, non pas par un facteur mais par un pasteur. Voici donc, pour mémoire, quelques Images correspondant à crossville treehouse du Révérend BURGESS inspiré, lui, par la Bible !
...
Au Tennessee on propose souvent de rendre visite à la distillerie Jack Daniel…..
Depuis quelques années le Moonshineétant devenu légal un peu partout dans les Appalaches, je proposerai plutôt (comme je l’ai déjà fait il y a deux ou trois ans) de rendre visite, par exemple, à THE HOLLER – Ole Smoky Moonshine Le Figaro ne s’y est pas trompé ( article d’avril 2019) :
Le moonshine, le plus rebelle des spiritueux
Ramener de voyage une jar de moonshine... çà à quand même une autre gueule que de ramener la même bouteille que celle que vous trouvez au supermarché du coin !
Ceci dit…
tu le sais probablement mais qui est amateur d’insolite peut simplement taper ‘’ Atlas obscura….’’ suivi du nom de l’État, de la ville etc...aux USA ou ailleurs
Suite des "Rencontres insolites avec des grizzlys, chercheurs d'or et autres dans l'Ouest Américain" (26 février 2009)
Bonjour Olive
On a fait (en entier...) la Blue Ridge Parkway il y a longtemps
J'avais bien aimé, mais c'était un peu long. On a aussi "fait" la Natchez Trace
On a visité les Great Smoky Mountains, mais je me souviens surtout des motos (Harley ?) qui étaient dans le parc et qui faisaient beaucoup de bruit.
Noëlle
Hello les amis,
Je suis à la recherche de choses à voir et activités de grand air à faire entre la Géorgie, le Tennessee et l'Alabama...
J'ai déjà parcouru pas mal de guides et de sites, mais j'avoue ne pas être super emballé pour le moment... Je précise que les musées c'est vraiment pas mon trip. Je préfère une bonne rando VTT ou Kayak, une ballade sur une belle plage, la découverte d'un lieu insolite. Des lieux cultes (déjà repéré Graceland et L'hotel loraine...
Ouais je sais j'en demande beaucoup et je ne pense pas que ce type de destination soit très courue. Mais je tente ma chance.
Je prends toute idée originale 😉
Sinon, je ferais comme d'hab, zéro préparation, 100% AVENTURE 😎
Salut,
donc à priori tu n'as pas encore feuilleté mon blog 2013 ici:
https://blogs.crespel.me/usa2013/
en bas de cette page "présentation", cliquer sur le fichier "programme de visites" et regarde si certains endroits te branchent !
En haut de page, cliquer sur les autres onglets: Blog, Annexes.
à +
Salut,
donc à priori tu n'as pas encore feuilleté mon blog 2013 ici:
https://blogs.crespel.me/usa2013/
en bas de cette page "présentation", cliquer sur le fichier "programme de visites" et regarde si certains endroits te branchent !
En haut de page, cliquer sur les autres onglets: Blog, Annexes.
à +
4 fois en Camping-car: Parcs US - NewMex - Yellowst - Louisiane.
http://blogs.crespel.me/usa2009/ http://blogs.crespel.me/usa2011/
http://blogs.crespel.me/usa2012/ http://blogs.crespel.me/usa2013/
Andalousie, Bretagne, Corse, Provence, Sicile, Toscane, villes d'Italie.
sur : http://blogs.crespel.me/
Wow ! Merci pour ce compte rendu très détaillé. Je vais clairement m’en inspirer.
Je suis 100% tenté par les smocky mountain ! J’adore
Idem pour le Okefenokee NWR
Merci ! 😊je vais bosser ces deux parcs
Ça sent bon les soirées à déguster tout ça. Je devrais m’y plaire.
Merci à toi pour ton incroyable culture partagée à chaque fois.
Je ne sais pas où tu vas chercher autant d’infos détaillées. Bravo
Merci à toi. Je note pour le Blue Ridge Parkway.
Je vais potasser ça !
Oooh ! Non ! Je plaide coupable.
Je vais me poser un instant et éplucher ton blog.
Merci !
Bonjour,
Il y a Stone Mountain près d'Atlanta avec plusieurs possibilités de balades et autres activités. On a fait la balade qui mène au sommet, il y a un beau panorama. Tu peux également y accéder par téléphérique
Il y a Stone Mountain près d'Atlanta avec plusieurs possibilités de balades et autres activités. On a fait la balade qui mène au sommet, il y a un beau panorama. Tu peux également y accéder par téléphérique
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Merci à toi, tu pense que c'est jouable dans une journée de faire Cumberlan Island ou bine est-ce qu'il faut y dormir ?
J'aurais bien débarqué sur l'île avec un VTT pour un picnic et une petite balade mais je ne sais pas si c'est jouable et si ils acceptent les vélo sur le Ferry...
Merci à toi, belle idée, je vais voir si je peux caler ça dans mon voyage. Je devrais normalement être vers Atlanta vers la fin de mon séjour.
1 journée est tout à fait faisable. Tu peux faire du VTT : il y a une page biking sur le site du parc national. Le vélo n'est pas pratique par contre à cause du sable sur les chemins. Tu fais bien d'emmener de quoi pique-niquer car sur place il n'y a rien ! (Enfin il y a de cela plusieurs années et cela a peut-être changé...)
Super, merci pour les infos. Je vais m'y intéresser sérieusement.
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Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
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!!
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!