On célèbre notre 150e en grand...
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Carte d’entrée "Découverte" de Parcs Canada gratuite
by Néfer
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour et/ou bonne nuit
Merci pour cette info.
Aussitôt lue, aussitôt commandée .
Agnès95
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9033943;#9033943
Trois semaines entre Montréal, Québec et la Nouvelle Angleterre
Bonjour Nefer,
Et merci pour le lien, je viens de commander la carte d'entrée découverte 2017 ....
JL
Et merci pour le lien, je viens de commander la carte d'entrée découverte 2017 ....
JL
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Fait également.
Merci
Georges G.
(Mes commentaires et mes photos sont issus de mon vécu réel,
mes peintures, elles, de mes souvenirs fantasmés)
On célèbre notre 150e en grand...
www.pc.gc.ca/...ravel/admission.aspx
bonsoir.
me rendant à GLACIER NP et WATERTON NP en septembre prochain, j'ai l'intention de commander la carte gratuite.........mais pour l'instant on n'accède pas au site pour cause de saturation. ce n'est pas grave, je réessaye ultérieurement.
Merci pour l'info. bonne soirée Sonia😉
www.pc.gc.ca/...ravel/admission.aspx
bonsoir.
me rendant à GLACIER NP et WATERTON NP en septembre prochain, j'ai l'intention de commander la carte gratuite.........mais pour l'instant on n'accède pas au site pour cause de saturation. ce n'est pas grave, je réessaye ultérieurement.
Merci pour l'info. bonne soirée Sonia😉
Merci! Chouette nouvelle, je commande aussi pour nos vacances de juin dans l'ouest
Juste pour rappeler qu'au Québec seuls les Parcs de la Mauricie et de Forillon sont gérés par Parc Canada. Pour tous les autres c'est avec la SEPAQ (http://www.sepaq.com/)
Puis tant qu'on est dans les Festivités, Montréal fêtera son 375ème en 2017 (http://www.375mtl.com/)
"Homme libre, toujours tu chériras la mer" (Baudelaire)
Merci pour l'information.🙂
Mais je le trouve à quel endroit le code de promotion? 🤪
Merci à l'avance 🙂
BAUHAUS 🙂
La question est: mais faudra-t-il absolument un laisser-passer en 2017?
Me demande si ce ne sera pas gratuit pour tous même sans laisser-passer.
Le site:Lieu historique national des Forges-du-Saint-Maurice
ne précise pas qu'il faudra un laisser-passer. Il dit:
Du 1er janvier au 31 décembre 2017Venez célébrer le 150e anniversaire de la Confédération canadiennegratuit Soit dit en passant combien de nos visiteurs en route vers le Parc national de La Mauricie pensent visiter les Forges qui méritent amplement un arrêt.
Me demande si ce ne sera pas gratuit pour tous même sans laisser-passer.
Le site:Lieu historique national des Forges-du-Saint-Maurice
ne précise pas qu'il faudra un laisser-passer. Il dit:
Du 1er janvier au 31 décembre 2017Venez célébrer le 150e anniversaire de la Confédération canadiennegratuit Soit dit en passant combien de nos visiteurs en route vers le Parc national de La Mauricie pensent visiter les Forges qui méritent amplement un arrêt.
Salut,
J'Avoue que j'Avais cru comprendre que les sites de Parcs Canada seraient gratuits en 2017, mais peut être que pour ''estimer les visiteurs supplémentaires'' ils ''incitent'' à prendre une carte (qui peut faire un beau souvenir pour les touristes de passage, le 150ème, j'y étais qu'ils pourront dire en brandissant ladite carte 😏)
"Homme libre, toujours tu chériras la mer" (Baudelaire)
Viens de recevoir dans le courrier la carte d'entrée Découverte 2017.
Un feuillet accompagne la carte; intéressant car il liste tous les endroits où la Carte d'entrée donne accès oui le Canada est grand! + un concours dont le grand prix est un tout inclus d'une semaine au diable-le-vert, c-à-d dans l'Ouest de Terre-Neuve.
Ps. Beaucoup de visites possibles dans le corridor Québec - Windsor.
Un feuillet accompagne la carte; intéressant car il liste tous les endroits où la Carte d'entrée donne accès oui le Canada est grand! + un concours dont le grand prix est un tout inclus d'une semaine au diable-le-vert, c-à-d dans l'Ouest de Terre-Neuve.
Ps. Beaucoup de visites possibles dans le corridor Québec - Windsor.
Viens de recevoir dans le courrier la carte d'entrée Découverte 2017.
Un feuillet accompagne la carte; intéressant car il liste tous les endroits où la Carte d'entrée donne accès
Bonjour Néfer,
Pass et dépliant reçus ce matin au courrier.
Bonne année à toi, Michèle
Bonjour Néfer,
Pass et dépliant reçus ce matin au courrier.
Bonne année à toi, Michèle
Quelques Voyages en Photos
Eh bien cette carte sera des plus rentables pour vous deux.
Une précision importante: 2017 n'est pas le 150e du Canada mais bien le 150e de la Confédération.
Et je cite:
« Le Canada tel qu'on le connait, c'est-à-dire l pays moderne bâti sur le modèle européen, est né en 1608, avec la fondation de Stadacona (Québec) par Samuel de Champlain sous le régime de la Nouvelle-France.»
«C'est en français qu'est né le Canada» disait Stephen Harper, ex-pm canadien. C'était le temps où ce pays n'avait pas comme Premier ministre un bellâtre.
Une précision importante: 2017 n'est pas le 150e du Canada mais bien le 150e de la Confédération.
Et je cite:
« Le Canada tel qu'on le connait, c'est-à-dire l pays moderne bâti sur le modèle européen, est né en 1608, avec la fondation de Stadacona (Québec) par Samuel de Champlain sous le régime de la Nouvelle-France.»
«C'est en français qu'est né le Canada» disait Stephen Harper, ex-pm canadien. C'était le temps où ce pays n'avait pas comme Premier ministre un bellâtre.
Eh bien cette carte sera des plus rentables pour vous deux.
Une précision importante: 2017 n'est pas le 150e du Canada mais bien le 150e de la Confédération.
Une finesse historique que le courrier accompagnant le badge (que je viens de recevoir) ne détaille pas : Je cite la phrase qui contient l'affirmation (avec la partie un peu alambiquée) : À l'approche du 150e anniversaire du Canada, le cadeau du gouvernement du Canada est fier de vous offrir l'entrée gratuite dans tous les lieux de Parcs Canada.
Pour LesCaribous : Certains parcs comme le parc marin du Saguenay–Saint-Laurent sont gérés conjointement par Parcs Québec et Parcs Canada. Ils figurent donc sur la liste du plan fourni avec le badge (où 26 parcs du Québec sont répertoriés).
Une précision importante: 2017 n'est pas le 150e du Canada mais bien le 150e de la Confédération.
Une finesse historique que le courrier accompagnant le badge (que je viens de recevoir) ne détaille pas : Je cite la phrase qui contient l'affirmation (avec la partie un peu alambiquée) : À l'approche du 150e anniversaire du Canada, le cadeau du gouvernement du Canada est fier de vous offrir l'entrée gratuite dans tous les lieux de Parcs Canada.
Pour LesCaribous : Certains parcs comme le parc marin du Saguenay–Saint-Laurent sont gérés conjointement par Parcs Québec et Parcs Canada. Ils figurent donc sur la liste du plan fourni avec le badge (où 26 parcs du Québec sont répertoriés).
Georges G.
(Mes commentaires et mes photos sont issus de mon vécu réel,
mes peintures, elles, de mes souvenirs fantasmés)
Bonjour
Moi aussi j'ai reçu mes cartes ce matin 🙂
Merci encore pour l'info.
Agnès95
https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9033943;#9033943
Trois semaines entre Montréal, Québec et la Nouvelle Angleterre
Juste pour rappeler qu'au Québec seuls les Parcs de la Mauricie et de Forillon sont gérés par Parc Canada. Pour tous les autres c'est avec la SEPAQ (www.sepaq.com/)
Certains parcs comme le parc marin du Saguenay–Saint-Laurent sont gérés conjointement par Parcs Québec et Parcs Canada (cf notice accompagnant le badge). Ils figurent donc sur la liste du plan fourni avec le badge (où 26 parcs du Québec sont répertoriés).
Certains parcs comme le parc marin du Saguenay–Saint-Laurent sont gérés conjointement par Parcs Québec et Parcs Canada (cf notice accompagnant le badge). Ils figurent donc sur la liste du plan fourni avec le badge (où 26 parcs du Québec sont répertoriés).
Georges G.
(Mes commentaires et mes photos sont issus de mon vécu réel,
mes peintures, elles, de mes souvenirs fantasmés)
Salut Néfer,
Grand merci pour l'info, on se réjouit déjà d'y être (ce sera pour mai/juin).
Carte commandée ce jour et ...
bonjour à nos cousins de l'autre côté de la grande mare ...
Joseph 😉
Grand merci pour l'info, on se réjouit déjà d'y être (ce sera pour mai/juin).
Carte commandée ce jour et ...
bonjour à nos cousins de l'autre côté de la grande mare ...
Joseph 😉
bonjour Néfer
je viens de recevoir la carte...merci encore pour l'info...
en septembre, nous serons à Yellowstone, Grand Téton, Glacier NP , et ferons une incursion jusque Waterton (nous adorons ce coin...)
bonne journée Sonia
en septembre, nous serons à Yellowstone, Grand Téton, Glacier NP , et ferons une incursion jusque Waterton (nous adorons ce coin...)
bonne journée Sonia
Salut Nefer,
Je viens juste de recevoir la carte ....
Merci encore pour l'info ...
Joseph 😉
Je viens juste de recevoir la carte ....
Merci encore pour l'info ...
Joseph 😉
J'ai aussi bien reçu ma carte.
Merci pour l'information et bon visite à tous!
BAUHAUS 🙂
Eh bien cette carte sera des plus rentables pour vous deux.
Une précision importante: 2017 n'est pas le 150e du Canada mais bien le 150e de la Confédération.
Et je cite:
« Le Canada tel qu'on le connait, c'est-à-dire l pays moderne bâti sur le modèle européen, est né en 1608, avec la fondation de Stadacona (Québec) par Samuel de Champlain sous le régime de la Nouvelle-France.»
«C'est en français qu'est né le Canada» disait Stephen Harper, ex-pm canadien. C'était le temps où ce pays n'avait pas comme Premier ministre un bellâtre.
Île St. Croix en 1604. ..Non? ...par le même Champlain, qui toujours travaillait pour Sieur de Mont . 😉
Une précision importante: 2017 n'est pas le 150e du Canada mais bien le 150e de la Confédération.
Et je cite:
« Le Canada tel qu'on le connait, c'est-à-dire l pays moderne bâti sur le modèle européen, est né en 1608, avec la fondation de Stadacona (Québec) par Samuel de Champlain sous le régime de la Nouvelle-France.»
«C'est en français qu'est né le Canada» disait Stephen Harper, ex-pm canadien. C'était le temps où ce pays n'avait pas comme Premier ministre un bellâtre.
Île St. Croix en 1604. ..Non? ...par le même Champlain, qui toujours travaillait pour Sieur de Mont . 😉
Bonjour à tous,
Je viens de commander ma carte, mais il précise qu'il ne faut pas y aller dans les 8 semaines suivantes (délai de traitement), mais pour celles et ceux qui voient cela un peu tard, il est possible de le récupérer sur place : voir l'info ici
Bon trip à toutes et tous
Je viens de commander ma carte, mais il précise qu'il ne faut pas y aller dans les 8 semaines suivantes (délai de traitement), mais pour celles et ceux qui voient cela un peu tard, il est possible de le récupérer sur place : voir l'info ici
Bon trip à toutes et tous
A mon humble avis (et je rejoins par là Nefer), cette carte sera surtout utile pour les ''souvenirs''. Car vu que l'entrée est gratuite dans tous les sites gérés par Parcs Canada pour 2017, je les vois mal faire payer ceux qui n'auraient pas cette petite carte qu'on fixe au rétro de la voiture!!
"Homme libre, toujours tu chériras la mer" (Baudelaire)
C'est certains puisque de toute manière il est écrit ça :
Si vous n’avez pas déjà commandé votre carte d’entrée Découverte 2017 en ligne ou si vous êtes dans l’impossibilité de vous en procurer une dans un point de distribution, vous pourrez toujours l’obtenir à votre arrivée à l’un des endroits de Parcs Canada.
Si vous n’avez pas déjà commandé votre carte d’entrée Découverte 2017 en ligne ou si vous êtes dans l’impossibilité de vous en procurer une dans un point de distribution, vous pourrez toujours l’obtenir à votre arrivée à l’un des endroits de Parcs Canada.
Au bulletin de nouvelles ce soir; les inscriptions pour parc Forillon sont déjà doublé pour été 2017. Ils doivent parlé du camping...
Bon, ben finalement, ils disent un peu n'importe quoi sur le site de Parcs Canada, car en fait de 8 semaines; j'ai reçu la carte en 4...jours 😎 😎 😎 parfois des courriers Franco-Français ne font pas mieux... 😉
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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!