Epic Western & Southern Loop

A massive loop covering the best of the West, the Deep South, and the Rockies.

DAY01

    Seattle Bites
    • Pike Place Chowder · Award-winning seafood bisque. Expect a line, it's worth it.
    • The Pink Door · Italian food with a view of the Elliott Bay.
    Day 1 Budget
    Gas
    $90
    Hotel
    $220
    DAY02

      Coastal Eats
      • Beachcomber Cafe · Cozy spot for a hearty breakfast before the trees.
      Day 2 Budget
      Gas
      $100
      Camping/Lodge
      $150
      DAY03

        Cali Classics
        • In-N-Out Burger · Animal Style is the only way to go.
        • Swan Oyster Depot · Legendary SF seafood counter.
        Day 3 Budget
        Parking
        $40
        Hotel
        $250
        DAY04

          Desert Fuel
          • Bacchanal Buffet · The ultimate Vegas feast before the desert.
          Day 4 Budget
          Gas
          $120
          UFO Museum
          $15
          DAY05

            Southern Comfort
            • Franklin BBQ · The holy grail of brisket. Get there early.
            • Cafe Du Monde · Beignets and chicory coffee are mandatory.
            Day 5 Budget
            Food
            $80
            Hotel
            $180
            DAY06

              Midwest Staples
              • Hattie B's · Nashville Hot Chicken. Choose your heat wisely.
              • Lou Malnati's · The gold standard for Chicago deep dish.
              Day 6 Budget
              Gas
              $85
              Parking
              $50
              DAY07

                Road Food
                • Pappy's Smokehouse · St. Louis style ribs that fall off the bone.
                Day 7 Budget
                Gas
                $140
                Hotel
                $160
                DAY08

                  Moab Eats
                  • Milt's Stop & Eat · Old school burgers and buffalo milkshakes.
                  Day 8 Budget
                  Park Pass
                  $80
                  Gas
                  $60
                  DAY09

                    Park Fuel
                    • Oscar's Cafe · Huge portions of Mexican food in Springdale.
                    Day 9 Budget
                    Shuttle
                    $0
                    Lodge
                    $200
                    DAY10

                      Final Meals
                      • Yellowstone Lake Hotel · Elegant dining with a view of the lake.
                      Day 10 Budget
                      Gas
                      $110
                      Heads Up
                      • Day 1: 7h 30m driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 2: 8h 30m driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 3: 6h driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 4: 10h 30m driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 5: 8h driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 6: 7h 30m driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 7: 12h driving — plan rest stops
                      • Day 10: 9h driving — plan rest stops
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