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5-Month Skoolie Road Trip Across the USA Focused on East Coast & Southern Winters

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Day 1: Start Road Trip

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA on May 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Eva's Bakery

Enjoy fresh pastries and excellent coffee to fuel your trip at this cozy Salt Lake City bakery open from 7am.
USD15, 1h

10:00am

Departure from Salt Lake City

Begin your journey heading southeast toward Colorado, targeting a drive of around 250 miles today.
Free, 5h

3:30pm

Arrive in Grand Junction, Colorado

Set up your skoolie at a local RV park. Enjoy the beautiful mountain views after your drive.
USD50, Rest

6:30pm

Dinner at Bin 707 Foodbar

Savor locally inspired dishes at this Grand Junction spot open until 9pm, ideal to unwind the first day.
USD40, 1.5h
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Day 2: Explore Grand Junction

Grand Junction, Colorado, USA on May 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at 5th Street Bagels

Start your day with freshly baked bagels and coffee at this local favorite, open from 6:30am.
USD10, 1h

9:30am

Visit Colorado National Monument

Drive through stunning canyons and rock formations at this scenic national monument, open all day.
USD25, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at The Ale House

Taste craft brews and pub fare in a lively atmosphere, lunch served from 11am to 3pm.
USD20, 1h

3:00pm

Visit downtown Grand Junction

Explore local shops, art galleries, and enjoy a coffee break at one of the many cafes.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at 626 on Rood

Indulge in upscale dining featuring seasonal ingredients, open until 9pm.
USD50, 1.5h
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Day 3: Grand Junction to Oklahoma City

Travel Day, Salt Fork RV Park, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA on May 7, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast & Pack Up

Fuel up with a quick breakfast before hitting the road on a longer travel day towards Oklahoma City, keeping within 300 miles.
USD15, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Oklahoma City

Travel roughly 300 miles southeast, stopping for breaks and photos as needed.
Fuel cost approx USD60, 6h

3:00pm

Check-in Salt Fork RV Park

Set up camp for the week in this well-equipped RV park ideal for skoolies with full hookups.
USD45/night, Rest

6:30pm

Dinner at The Mule Restaurant

Enjoy gourmet sandwiches and local beers in a vibrant Oklahoma City neighborhood, open till 9pm.
USD30, 1.5h
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Day 4: Oklahoma City Week

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA on May 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Kitchen No. 324

Experience fresh, farm-to-table dishes to start your day, open from 8am.
USD20, 1h

9:30am

Visit National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Explore western art, history, and culture at this expansive museum open 10am-5pm.
USD12, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Kacao

Try flavorful Honduran cuisine in a casual setting open 11am to 3pm weekdays.
USD15, 1h

3:00pm

Relax at Myriad Botanical Gardens

Enjoy lush greenery and peaceful walking paths in the city center, open daily dawn to dusk.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Vast

Dine with skyline views atop Devon Tower, open until 10pm.
USD60, 2h
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Day 5: Next Leg: Tennessee

Nashville, Tennessee, USA on May 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & Prep

Early meal at the RV park, pack for the_next 300 mile drive to Nashville.
USD15, 1h

8:30am

Drive to Nashville

Enjoy scenic highways as you cross into Tennessee, arriving in Nashville by afternoon.
Fuel cost approx USD50, 5h

2:00pm

Set up at Nashville KOA Resort

Green space and great amenities for your week-long stay near downtown Nashville.
USD45/night, Rest

6:00pm

Dinner at The Southern Steak & Oyster

Savor southern fusion cuisine in a lively setting open until 10pm.
USD55, 2h
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Day 6-11: Nashville Week

Nashville, Tennessee, USA on January 1, 1970

Variable

Explore Nashville

Visit Country Music Hall of Fame (open 10am-5pm), enjoy Broadway street live music, visit Parthenon replica in Centennial Park, and dine at Peg Leg Porker for BBQ excellence (open 11am-9pm).
Various, approx USD10-50 per attraction, Full days
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Day 12: Travel to North Carolina

Asheville, North Carolina, USA on May 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & Depart

Breakfast and prepare for 300 mile journey east to Asheville.
USD15, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Asheville

Scenic drive through the Appalachian foothills, explore downtown upon arrival.
Fuel cost approx USD50, 5h

3:00pm

Set up at Asheville East KOA

Stay a week here to explore the vibrant arts and mountain scenery.
USD45/night, Rest

6:00pm

Dinner at Curate

Taste authentic Spanish tapas at this top-rated Asheville restaurant open until 10pm.
USD60, 1.5h
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