Salut à tous,
De par mon expérience (4 voyages dans l’ouest Américain) et renseignements glanés via les participants de ce forum, voici des propositions de circuit pour la découverte de l’utah, avec timings de route/ balades.
Ces timings ne tiennent pas compte des divers arrêt (lunch, essence, courses). Compter de 8 à 15 jours.
J’attends des comments et modifications / ajouts de conseils à tout ceci. 😏
Monument valley – Moab : 1 journée
1) D’une traite = 125 miles (2h30)
2) Plus relax : en partant de mexican hat, vers Valley of gods puis gooseneck point : compter
1h30 en plus.
3) Si visite de canyonlands needles en plus , faisable en 1 jour :
Mexican hat – valley gods- Gooseneck et arrivée à Needles en début d’après midi (en passant par
moqui dugway et us95) = 160 miles. Faire la balade vers chesler park overlook (compter 3h30 à 4h)
puis encore 80 miles (1h30) vers Moab
Moab et alentours : 2 à 4 jours
Le minimum cad 2 jours:
J1- arches : Devils garden (vers double arch 3h30)- windows section (1h)- delicate arch ( 2h30)
J2 canyonlands island in the sky : dead horse point - mesa arch- green river pt et grandview pt (à ce dernier faire balade rim trail 1h30): compter 6 heures de Moab
En plus:
- balade de corona arch (2h) sur la potash road
- ajouter une balade guidée dans fiery furnace (3h) aux arches
- ajouter onion creek (1h30 avec SUV) et fisher towers (balade de 3h) en fin d’après midi
- descendre Shafer trail (avec SUV) puis un bout de la white rim et revenir à Moab par potash road : compter 5h
Donc si on plenty of time :
J1 :arches : devils garden-relax Moab- delicate arch
J2 :canyonlands: dead horse- shafer trail- potash road et corona arch
J3:arches (fiery furnace tour)- relax Moab- canyonlands (green river et grandview)
J4 :option survol en avion ou trip en quad et l’après midi onion creek et fisher towers
Moab à Bryce canyon : 3 jours à 5 jours
Le plus simpliste en 1 jour : Moab – capitol reef = 2h30
puis capitol reef – Escalante = 2h30 mais on passe à côté de plein de choses
Mieux : 3 jours (et c’est un minimum !) :
J1) Moab- capitol reef en faisant un crochet vers goblin valley (1h) et little wild horse canyon (2h) =7h
A capitol reef : la balade de Hickman bridge (1h) ou cohab canyon (2h)
faire la scenic drive (1h30)
aller à gooseneck pt (30’)
Loger à Torrey
Le plus : avec un SUV faire la boucle de cathedral valley (ajouter 7h)
J2) Torrey- Escalante avec le long canyon (près de Boulder (1h) et Devils garden (près de Escalante
1h)=6h
Si strike valley overlook en plus (avec SUV) ajouter 2h
Si balade de calf creek falls en plus, ajouter 3h
J3) Escalante- Bryce canyon =1h
avec Mossy cave falls (1h)(près de Bryce) puis balade Navajo + Queens garden dans Bryce (3h) et
les points de vue de l’amphithéatre (2h) (aller jusque Bryce pt maxi)= prévoir en tout 7 à 8h
Si trip sur la hole in the rock road en plus, compter 5h30 en plus avec les 3 canyons de peek a
boo (3h30 de balade + 2h a/r pour y arriver d’Escalante)
NB : J2 et J3 peuvent ne faire qu’1 seul jour au besoin. Dans ce cas la visite de bryce est reportée au lendemain.
Donc si on dispose de temps :
J1 : Moab- goblin + little wild canyon – capitol reef part 1- Torrey
J2 : torrey- cathedral valley- capitol reef part 2-Torrey
J3: Torrey- Boulder- strike overlook- calf creek- Escalante
J4 : Escalante- hole in the rock road- Escalante
J5 : Escalante- Bryce canyon
Bryce canyon vers Las Vegas : 2 jours
J1 : Bryce- coral pink sand dunes (1h)- observation point (via entrée est- balade de 3h)- vallée Zion part 1- Springdale
J2 : Springdale- vall��e du Zion part 2- valley of fire (plutôt fin après midi 2h)- Las Vegas (on gagne 1 h de décalage horaire vers le nevada)
Page et alentours : 1 à 3 jours
Ca dépend d’où on arrive mais compter y être pour déjeuner
De Bryce canyon à Page = 150 miles (3h)
De gd canyon north à Page = 125 miles (3h)
De gd canyon south à Page = 135 miles (4h avec les viewpoints de l’est du gd canyon)
Suggestion pour l’après midi : glen canyon dam + lake powell (excursion sur le lac (cher !) vers Antelope canyon)
Horseshoe bend et antelope canyon sont des spots à faire plutôt le matin, les 2 ensemble = 2h30 (antelope canyon south est moins couru que north)
Si on a plus de temps (et un 4x4) : Alstrom point (4h A/R de Page), yellow rock (balade 2h30), wire pass (balade 3h), the wave (balade 5 à 6h et du bol pour le tirage au sort)
Les balades toadstool hoodos (1h) et cathedral wash (2h) sont accessibles avec une auto classique
Enjoy 😏😛😉
Patrick
Ouest USA 2010: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3986097;a=3986097;
Ouest USA 2011: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4436035;a=4436035;
Bolivie Perou 2017: https://voyageforum.com/discussion/mois-dingue-en-bolivie-perou-d9829402/
Myanmar 2018: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10306039;#10306039
que voilà un programme déjà bien ficelé, bien fouillé ; ça change un peu 😉😎😎😎.
J’attends des comments et modifications / ajouts de conseils à tout ceci.
On va essayer 😇.
Mexican hat – valley gods- Gooseneck et arrivée à Needles en début d’après midi ...chesler park overlook
Cela fait une grosse journée avec la rando de Chessler en plein soleil (mais c'est ce que nous avions fait 😄).
Moab et alentours : 2 à 4 jours
Je ferais:
j1 : arches sans relax à Moab ; il y a de quoi s'occuper
J2 : canyonlands (green river et grandview) shafer trail (aller jusqu'à Musselman Arch) - potash road et corona arch j3 : arches (fiery furnace tour)- relax Moab-dead horse (pour le coucher de soleil)
Moab à Bryce canyon : 3 jours à 5 jours
Je ferais:
j1 : Moab- capitol reef en faisant un crochet vers goblin valley (1h) et little wild horse canyon (2h) =7h + les points (Panorama, Goosenecks & Sunset)
J2 : la boucle de cathedral valley (ajouter 7h) + Hickman bridge +??scenic drive
j3 : Torrey- Escalante via Nottom Road, Strike Valley Overlook & Long Canyon.
j4 : Escalante- Bryce via calf creek falls et Devil's Garden ; arriver pour le coucher de soleil
J5 : Bryce
J1 : Bryce- coral pink sand dunes (1h)
Zapper Coral Sand et faire à la place Red Canyon : tu y passes forcément et cela vaut plus le coup à mon avis.
antelope canyon south est moins couru que north
Il s'agit de Lower qui est moins fréquenté que Upper (d'ailleurs, le Lower, plus près du lac, est donc plus nord 😉.
Pone bonne partie des sites que tu nommes, tu en trouveras notre récit sur notre site web.
Bonjour,
ça tombe bien ce poste 🙂 parce que je suis justement en train de planifier nos journées à Moab (4 nuits, 3 jours entiers + peut-être la fin de journée le jour d'arrivée). Il y a tellement de choses à faire à Arches et Canyonland que je me suis résignée à supprimer Fiery Furnace pour pouvoir faire d'autres rando sans avoir de contraintes d'horaires. Et maintenant je constate que vous mettez tous les deux ce tour dans le planning "idéal". Donc petite question : est-ce que cela fait vraiment partie des immanquables quand on vient pour la première fois à Moab ?
est-ce que cela fait vraiment partie des immanquables quand on vient pour la première fois à Moab ?
Bonjour,
La ballade dans Fiery Furnace est vraiment un bon souvenir malgré la chaleur et pourtant c'était fin septembre.
Par manque d'organisation, j'avais oublié de m'inscrire à l'avance lors du 1° voyage. Oubli réparé et une randonnée des plus dépaysantes dans un dédale de rochers.
En plus, en fin de visite, une vue impressionnante sur 2 magnifiques arches.
Merci pour ta réponse.
Je vais voir si j'arrive à caser cette rando sans que ça soit la course🤪 ou alors je vais organiser un vote démocratique dans la famille 😉
il faut arriver combien de temps avant le coucher de soleil pour bien en profiter
A vue de nez, je dirais au moins une bonne heure de manière à pouvoir se "poser", bien regarder les environs, les vues étant magnifiques et enfin choisir son emplacement (tu ne seras pas seule 😉) pour prendre des photos du coucher de soleil.
L'accès à ce parc est payant (hors Pass) et ce parc mériterait sûrement plus de temps que les quelques instants au coucher de soleil (mais c'est tout ce que nous avions vu 😎).
Pour le retour, à la nuit tombante, faire attention aux mules-deer, très fréquentes.
En complément de ce qui a été dit, voilà l'itinéraire de mon dernier voyage dans l'ouest en grande partie consacré au sud de l'Utah (mai-Juin 2011). C'est relativement similaire à ce qui vient d'être mentionné avec quelques variantes. Ça permet de faire pas mal de randos, certaines plutôt populaires, d'autres un peu plus isolées, tout en gardant un rythme assez relax:
J1 : Arrivée Phoenix
J2 : Phoenix-Sedona (randos :Boucle Jordan trail-Cibola pass-Brins Mesa-Soldier pass + quelques points de vue et balade dans la ville)
Hello
fiery furnace est une très chouette balade dans un dédale de canyons. En juillet 2010, on a pris le trip du matin. C'est dans l'ombre donc on profite de la fraicheur. Mais il y a tellement de belles choses aux arches qu'il est dur de choisir. Voir mes photos (trip 2010).
Se dire aussi qu'il faut trancher tôt ou tard et faire certains choix (ou refaire un trip futur 😏
Patrick
Ouest USA 2010: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3986097;a=3986097;
Ouest USA 2011: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4436035;a=4436035;
Bolivie Perou 2017: https://voyageforum.com/discussion/mois-dingue-en-bolivie-perou-d9829402/
Myanmar 2018: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10306039;#10306039
Dans la région de Moab, il y a plusieurs choses à voir - à mon sens- en fin de journée:
- grandview point (le matin on a le soleil de face)
- death horse point (bien que en 2011 on l'a vu tôt le matin et c'était pas mal non plus). Pour le sunset, y être au min 1h30 à 2h avant le sunset sinon trop d'ombres
- delicate arch (c'est vraiment le truc à ne pas manquer au sunset +++)
- fisher towers
il y a du choix donc pour la fin d'apres midi
Patrick
Ouest USA 2010: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3986097;a=3986097;
Ouest USA 2011: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4436035;a=4436035;
Bolivie Perou 2017: https://voyageforum.com/discussion/mois-dingue-en-bolivie-perou-d9829402/
Myanmar 2018: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10306039;#10306039
Hi !
Tant qu'on est dans les ptis conseils
Ci-joint une liste de motels/restos que je connais . A compléter par d’autres avis
Monument valley :
Logement à Mexican hat (à 3/4h de route) au San juan inn , sinon au Goulding’s (mais leur resto est quelconque)
Moab :
Logement à l’Apache motel
Restos : Moab brewery (mais souvent file d’attente), Zaz pizzeria (delicieux), Moab diner (pt dej), Moab cremery (snacks)
Torrey :
On n’y a pas logé donc pas de motel à conseiller
Resto : cafe diablo (excellent mais cher)
Boulder :
Resto : burr trail grill (génialissime, food très « naturel »)
Escalante :
Logement : Bed and breakfast “rainbow” (accueil très sympa, excellent pt dej inclus dans le prix)
Resto : cow boy blues (spare ribs ++), escalante outfitters (bonnes pizzas)
Bryce canyon :
Ruby’s inn : big motel, file au resto, l’usine quoi …mais y a-t-il alternative intéressante ?
Kanab :
Logement au aikens lodge (simple)
Resto : rocking 5 cafe (excellent et varié)
Page (juste en Arizona- donc 1h de décalage) :
Il y en a certainement qui amèneront leurs conseils
Si vous voyez d’autres villes de point de chute en utah, allez y
Bonne réflexion 😛
Patrick
Ouest USA 2010: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3986097;a=3986097;
Ouest USA 2011: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4436035;a=4436035;
Bolivie Perou 2017: https://voyageforum.com/discussion/mois-dingue-en-bolivie-perou-d9829402/
Myanmar 2018: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10306039;#10306039
Motels : Inca Inn et Bowen Motel. Pour les deux, bon rapport qualité prix (chambre pour 2 dans les 75$)
Resto : Sabaku Sushi (très bon sushis, un peu cher)...encore faut-il avoir envie de Sushi lorsqu'on est à Moab...
Torrey :
Resto : Capitol Reef Inn & cafe (probablement moins bon que le Diablo, mais beaucoup plus abordable et très correct)
Escalante :
Motel et resto : Circle D motel. (chambre moyenne mais pas chère, resto pas mal)
Monument Valley :
Motel : Mexican hat lodge (Un des motels les moins chers du coin), Recapture Lodge à Bluff (pas mal, pas trop cher)
resto : Swinging steak (pour un bon steak surgelé au BBQ...pittoresque mais un peu cher), Cottonwood steakhouse à Bluff (très bien)
Hatch (un trou à 30 min de Bryce canyon, 45min de Cedar Breaks):
Motel : Riverside resort (motel pas cher et rénové récemment)
Resto : Cactus Cowboy (pour le bon gros burger qui tache)
Pour loger près de Bryce canyon, la meilleure alternative reste cependant du côté de Tropic.
Page :
Motel : Redrock motel (imbattable niveau prix, mais très rustique...)
Salut,
concernant le circle D de Escalante, j'y suis allé en 2010: chambre correcte. bon rapport qualité/prix mais certains de ce forum n'ont pas eu de chambres refaites (cfr bastinj), donc il faut hériter de chambres retapées.
Je préfère tout de même le B&B rainbow (1 chambre pour 2, pt dej inclus pour 77 $ (en 2011) alors que la chambre du circle D est à 76$ (en 2010).
Au b&b on bénéficie de pleins de conseils de la part de Catherine, la tenancière du b&b. Le pt dej est super. Superbe salle de douche. Coin salon avec tv et billard pour les guests
Ouest USA 2010: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=3986097;a=3986097;
Ouest USA 2011: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=4436035;a=4436035;
Bolivie Perou 2017: https://voyageforum.com/discussion/mois-dingue-en-bolivie-perou-d9829402/
Myanmar 2018: https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=10306039;#10306039
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Hello! The itinerary is pretty much set for August 2026. Yeah, I know it’s gonna be *super* hot. But it’s the only time we can get away.
So, here’s the plan: Montpellier-CDG-Dallas.
Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026:
Car rental – check,
Hotels – check,
Itinerary – almost check,
Photo gear – check,
Budget – check, 🤪
Meal planning – meh, we’ll see...
Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
And now, without too much detail...
Fort Worth:
The Longhorns and the Stockyards;
JR’s ranch (for the missus);
Medal of Honor Museum – Arlington.
Houston and NASA Space Center:
See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains:
El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum:
Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona:
Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque:
Santa Fe,
Turquoise Trail,
Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66:
Old Route 66 in the city;
Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas:
JFK Museum;
Perot Museum;
West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary.
Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between:
- The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc.
- The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road.
Thanks for your input!
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes:
- East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop
- West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon!
Marcalamar 🙂
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?
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!!
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.
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!
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?
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?
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 🙂
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 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?
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!
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
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!
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!
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
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
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!
