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We're ditching the flight and hitting the pavement. Today is all about getting over the mountains and into the high desert of Nevada.

4days
10stops
DAY01

San Francisco → Fernley

Overnight in Fernley
  1. 08:00
    San Francisco· start
  3. 11:30
    Emerald Bay
  5. 17:00
    Fernley· overnight
Road Fuel
  • Coffee Connexion · Grab a heavy-duty latte and a pastry before hitting the I-80.
  • Base Camp Pizza Co. · Stop in South Lake Tahoe for a gourmet slice with mountain views.
Daily Spend
Gas & Snacks
$70
Fernley Hotel
$120
DAY02

Fernley → Wendover

Overnight in Wendover
  1. 08:30
    Fernley· start
  3. 13:00
    Elko
  5. 17:30
    Wendover· overnight
Desert Eats
  • Star Hotel · Famous Basque family-style dining in Elko. Huge portions.
  • Salt Flats Cafe · Classic diner food right on the edge of the salt.
Budget
Gas
$85
Wendover Stay
$110
DAY03

Wendover → Moab

Overnight in Moab
  1. 08:00
    Wendover· start
  3. 10:30
    Salt Lake City
  5. 15:30
    Arches NP
  7. 19:00
    Moab· overnight
Local Favorites
  • Red Iguana · Killer mole in SLC. It's legendary for a reason.
  • Milt's Stop & Eat · Old-school burgers and buffalo milkshakes in Moab.
Today's Costs
Arches Entry
$35
Moab Glamping
$180
DAY04

Moab → Denver

  1. 08:00
    Moab· start
  3. 11:30
    Glenwood Springs
  5. 17:30
    Denver
The Finish Line
  • Sweet Coloradough · Insane donuts in Glenwood to fuel the final mountain climb.
  • Avanti F&B · Modern food hall in Denver with the best skyline views.
Final Budget
Hot Springs
$30
Final Gas
$60
Heads Up
  • Day 4: 5h 30m driving — plan rest stops
  • Long stretches with no cell service in Nevada
  • High altitude in Colorado—stay hydrated
  • Check tire pressure before the desert heat