WA - San Antonio TX 12d
This epic cross-country haul takes you from the Pacific Northwest through the heart of the Rockies and down into the Texas Hill Country. You're hitting the 'Big Four' national parks, so pace yourself—it's a marathon, not a sprint.
Day 1 · Emerald City to Lilac City
Easy cruise across the state. Grab coffee and hit the road.
Seattle Start
Fuel up on caffeine and say goodbye to the Space Needle.
Snoqualmie Falls
Quick leg stretch at this massive waterfall. Totally worth the 5-min walk.
Spokane Falls
Check out the urban waterfalls right in the middle of downtown.
Day 2 · Into the Big Sky
Crossing into Idaho and Montana. The scenery starts getting real.
Spokane Departure
Heading east into the Idaho panhandle.
Coeur d'Alene
Walk the world's longest floating boardwalk. Super chill vibes.
West Glacier
Welcome to the Crown of the Continent. Catch the sunset at the lake.
Day 3 · The Crown of the Continent
This is THE photo day. Going-to-the-Sun Road is a game-changer.
Lake McDonald
See the famous colored pebbles in the crystal clear water.
Logan Pass
The highest point on the road. Look for mountain goats!
St. Mary Lake
The most iconic photo spot in the park. Pure magic.
Day 4 · Montana Southbound
Driving through the heart of Montana. Wide open spaces.
West Glacier Exit
Leaving the peaks for the valleys.
Flathead Lake
Largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. Stunning blue.
Bozeman
Coolest town in Montana. Great vibes and better beer.
Day 5 · Geysers and Canyons
Entering the world's first national park. It's like another planet.
Gardiner North Gate
Enter through the historic stone arch. 'For the benefit of the people'.
Mammoth Hot Springs
Travertine terraces that look like a frozen waterfall.
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone
The massive yellow walls and the Lower Falls will blow your mind.
Day 6 · Old Faithful to the Tetons
Geysers in the morning, jagged peaks in the afternoon.
Grand Prismatic
The rainbow colors are insane. Don't drop your hat!
Old Faithful
The most famous geyser. Check the visitor center for times.
Jenny Lake
The Tetons reflecting in the water is peak scenery.
Day 7 · Teton Sunrise to High Desert
Morning in the mountains, then heading south into the desert.
Mormon Row
The Moulton Barn with the Tetons behind it. The shot.
Jackson Hole
Walk under the elk antler arches in the town square.
Rock Springs
Rest stop before the push to Colorado.
Day 8 · The Gateway to the Rockies
Leaving the desert for the high peaks of Colorado.
Rock Springs Start
Long stretch of I-80. Keep the tank full.
Estes Park
The basecamp for Rocky Mountain National Park.
Day 9 · Trail Ridge & Red Rocks
Driving above the tree line on the highest paved road in the US.
Trail Ridge Road
12,000 feet up. The views are literally breathtaking.
Garden of the Gods
Massive red rock fins against Pikes Peak. Unreal.
Day 10 · The Straight Shot Begins
Leaving the mountains for the wide-open Texas Panhandle.
Colorado Springs
Heading south. Say goodbye to the Rockies.
Cadillac Ranch
Grab a can of spray paint and leave your mark on the cars.
Amarillo
Welcome to Texas. It's big. Really big.
Day 11 · Deep in the Heart
Cruising through the ranch land towards the Hill Country.
Amarillo Departure
Heading south through the cotton fields.
San Angelo
A hidden gem with a beautiful river walk and historic fort.
Day 12 · The Finish Line
Final stretch through Fredericksburg to the Alamo City.
San Angelo
Last leg of the journey.
Fredericksburg
German heritage, peach orchards, and great shopping.
San Antonio
You made it! Go get a margarita on the River Walk.