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WA - San Antonio TX 9d

We're kicking off this epic cross-country trek by heading east out of Washington. It's a lot of road, but the transition from evergreen forests to the golden hills of Eastern Oregon is a vibe.

9days
29stops
DAY01

Seattle Start → Pendleton Arrival

Overnight in Pendleton Arrival
  1. 08:00
    Seattle Start· start
  3. 09:00
    Snoqualmie Falls
  5. 17:00
    Pendleton Arrival· overnight
Food
  • Pike Place Chowder · Grab a sourdough bowl for the road; it's the ultimate Seattle fuel.
  • Hamley Steakhouse · Classic cowboy vibes in Pendleton. The ribeye is a total game-changer.
Costs
Gas
$55
Hotel in Pendleton
$140
DAY02

Pendleton Departure → Boise River Greenbelt

Overnight in Boise River Greenbelt
  1. 09:00
    Pendleton Departure· start
  3. 11:30
    Baker City
  5. 16:00
    Boise River Greenbelt· overnight
Food
  • Boise Fry Company · Pick your potato, pick your cut. The blueberry ketchup is weirdly good.
  • Fork · Farm-to-table goodness in downtown Boise. Try the asparagus fries.
Costs
Gas
$50
Boise Hotel
$160
DAY03

Boise Departure → Ogden

Overnight in Ogden
  1. 08:30
    Boise Departure· start
  3. 10:30
    Shoshone Falls
  5. 15:00
    Antelope Island
  7. 18:00
    Ogden· overnight
Food
  • Roosters Brewing Co · Great local beers and solid burgers on historic 25th Street in Ogden.
  • Tona Sushi · Surprisingly world-class sushi in the middle of Utah. Get the rolls.
Costs
Gas
$65
Ogden Hotel
$130
DAY04

Ogden Departure → Moab

Overnight in Moab
  1. 08:00
    Ogden Departure· start
  3. 13:00
    Arches
  5. 16:00
    Delicate Arch
  7. 19:30
    Moab· overnight
Food
  • Milt's Stop & Eat · Old school burgers and buffalo milkshakes. A Moab institution.
  • Antica Forma · Authentic Neapolitan pizza to refuel after a day of hiking.
Costs
Arches Entry
$35
Moab Hotel
$220
DAY05

Moab Departure → Durango

Overnight in Durango
  1. 09:00
    Moab Departure· start
  3. 11:30
    Mesa Verde
  5. 17:00
    Durango· overnight
Food
  • Ska Brewing · Great local beer and a container-style kitchen with killer tacos.
  • Carver's Brewing Co · Hearty mountain food. The Southwest Mac & Cheese is a winner.
Costs
Mesa Verde Entry
$30
Durango Hotel
$180
DAY06

Durango Departure → Santa Fe Plaza

Overnight in Santa Fe Plaza
  1. 09:00
    Durango Departure· start
  3. 14:00
    Meow Wolf
  5. 17:00
    Santa Fe Plaza· overnight
Food
  • The Shed · The gold standard for New Mexican food. Get the blue corn enchiladas.
  • Kakawa Chocolate House · Historic drinking chocolate elixirs. It's like a hug in a cup.
Costs
Meow Wolf Ticket
$45
Santa Fe Hotel
$200
DAY07

Santa Fe Departure → Carlsbad

Overnight in Carlsbad
  1. 08:00
    Santa Fe Departure· start
  3. 13:30
    Carlsbad Caverns
  5. 18:00
    Carlsbad· overnight
Food
  • Yellow Brix Coffee · Great spot in Carlsbad for a quick lunch and solid caffeine.
  • The Trinity Hotel · Upscale dining in a historic bank building. Very cool atmosphere.
Costs
Caverns Entry
$15
Carlsbad Hotel
$150
DAY08

Carlsbad Departure → Fort Stockton

Overnight in Fort Stockton
  1. 10:00
    Carlsbad Departure· start
  3. 11:30
    Guadalupe Mountains
  5. 16:00
    Fort Stockton· overnight
Food
  • Bibi's Cakes · Hidden gem in Fort Stockton for authentic Mexican lunch specials.
  • The Garage · Fun atmosphere with good burgers and cold Texas beer.
Costs
Gas
$45
Fort Stockton Hotel
$120
DAY09

Fort Stockton Departure → San Antonio Riverwalk

  1. 08:00
    Fort Stockton Departure· start
  3. 14:00
    The Alamo
  5. 16:00
    San Antonio Riverwalk
Food
  • Mi Tierra Cafe · Open 24/7 in Market Square. The bakery is legendary. Get the pan dulce.
  • The Pearl · A redeveloped brewery complex with the best food hall in the city.
Costs
Gas
$60
Celebratory Dinner
$100