STEPHANIE’S ROAD TRIP
CALIFORNIA-UTAH-NEVADA-ARIZONA

GOOD TO KNOW

– We rented a large, 7-seater car.

– It was comfortable and spacious and worked well for our long road trip. 

– The roads were in good condition all along the west coast and we felt comfortable driving there, as drivers tended to follow road rules and were courteous.

– Yosemite National Park has four roadway entrances and the car can contribute to messy traffic in summer and especially on weekends. Remember to leave early, especially weekends, from May through October when driving to Yosemite Valle. Consider taking shuttle bus instead of your car to avoid to wait for a parking spot.

– The best time to hike in Death Valley is from November through March. Summer temperatures can be dangerous in the park’s lower elevations. Even during spring and autumn the heat can be unbearable for most people. 

– Due to the dry climate of Death Valley, you must drink more water here than in other places. Always carry adequate water for your hike.

– Grand Canyon: enjoy the convenience of purchasing a Grand Canyon National Park site-specific digital pass on Recreation.gov before you arrive. You have immediate access to your digital pass and can easily download it on your phone or tablet. 

– It is a long drive from Williams (stop 11) to San Diego (stop 12) Consider one night stop over in Palm Springs. Enjoy yourself in one of the great resorts there.

– Consider taking a domestic flight from Flagstaff to San Diego with non stop service. Only 1h flight. Check it out as non stop services .