{"id":12578,"date":"2020-09-17T16:22:15","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T20:22:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/?p=12578"},"modified":"2024-08-13T13:51:21","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T17:51:21","slug":"11-best-us-road-trips-take-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/travel-resources\/11-best-us-road-trips-take-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Seriously Awesome U.S. Road Trips You Can Take Right Now"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Like many of you, most of our staff and readers here at Winetraveler are eager to get back on the road and fulfill the feeling of wanderlust in our hearts. As restrictions due to COVID-19 continue to persist in many countries, United States citizens would do well to remember that they have a number of accessible options via road trip. Thus, enabling travel right at this moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve seen a large spike in travelers searching for domestic road trips and booking things to do in states and regions across the U.S. Below, we&#8217;ll highlight the 10 of the best U.S. road trip <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/app.winetraveler.com\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>itineraries on our app<\/strong><\/a> this year. The routes we mention in this guide cover a range of travel styles, suitable for individuals, groups, and families. Click on any of the destinations we mention to see a detailed travel guide for each. Which trip would you take first?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IN THIS GUIDE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"#zion\">Zion National Park<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#pnw\">The Pacific Northwest<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#fl-gulf-coast\">Florida&#8217;s Gulf Coast<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#north-georgia\">North Georgia<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#midwest\">The Midwest &amp; Dakotas<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#long-island\">Long Island, New York<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#st-helena\">St. Helena, Napa Valley<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#door-county\">Door County, Wisconsin<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#pch\">California&#8217;s Pacific Coast<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#hudson\">New York&#8217;s Hudson Valley &amp; Catskill Mountains<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#willamette\">Willamette Valley, Oregon<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>&#8230;and more<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zion-national-park-travel-guide-winetraveler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zion-national-park-travel-guide-winetraveler.jpg\" alt=\"Best US Road Trips to take during COVID-19 | Zion National Park\" class=\"wp-image-12582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zion-national-park-travel-guide-winetraveler.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zion-national-park-travel-guide-winetraveler-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/zion-national-park-travel-guide-winetraveler-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zion National Park is known for its dramatic landscapes and epic hiking scene. Image courtesy iStock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"zion\"><\/a>Zion National Park, Utah<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Zion National Park in Southwestern Utah is an other-worldly region, almost mystical. The landscape here is one of the most unique in the world, carved out largely&nbsp;by millions of years of erosion courtesy of the now sporadically flowing Virgin River. Zion sits at substantial elevation, with the lowest point in the canyon resting at 3,666ft. The highest point in the park is found at Horse Ranch Mountain, which sits at&nbsp;8,726ft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"pnw\"><\/a>The Pacific Northwest<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/united-states\/pacific-northwest-road-trip-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>epic 1,492-mile road trip<\/strong><\/a> takes you through many of the most scenic spots along the northwestern coast of the United States from San Francisco to Seattle. Wineries, redwood forests, stunning views along the Oregon coast, Crater Lake, towering snowcapped mountains, powerful waterfalls, Mount Saint Helens, and Mount Rainier await you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"fl-gulf-coast\"><\/a>Florida&#8217;s Gulf Coast<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Florida\u2019s Southwest Gulf Coast may not be the part of the state that most travelers think about when planning a vacation to Florida, but it\u2019s this fact that makes it one of the state\u2019s most beautiful hidden gems.&nbsp;<em><strong>Between Naples, FL and the Tampa Bay area<\/strong><\/em>, travelers can find pristine white sand beaches, barrier islands that boast some of the best sunsets in the world, and plenty of places to wine &amp; dine in true Florida style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/north-georgia-blue-ridge-road-trip-idea-winetraveler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/north-georgia-blue-ridge-road-trip-idea-winetraveler.jpg\" alt=\"North Georgia in the U.S. offers both outdoor enthusiasts and winelovers a like a surprisingly beautiful, off-the-beaten-path road trip destination.\" class=\"wp-image-12583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/north-georgia-blue-ridge-road-trip-idea-winetraveler.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/north-georgia-blue-ridge-road-trip-idea-winetraveler-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/north-georgia-blue-ridge-road-trip-idea-winetraveler-310x207.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">North Georgia in the U.S. offers both outdoor enthusiasts and winelovers alike a surprisingly beautiful, off-the-beaten-path road trip destination. Image courtesy iStock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"north-georgia\"><\/a>North Georgia Wine Country &amp; The Blue Ridge Mountains<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A popular retreat for those looking to escape the urban confines of the city, the North Georgia mountains can be reached within a 1-2 hour drive of Atlanta. For those already living outside of the metro area, the North Georgia mountains are a mainstay of the weekend, providing day-trip-worthy hiking options ranging in lengths of .5 miles \u2013 9+ miles, with terrain for all abilities. Each of North Georgia\u2019s five key regions \u2013&nbsp;Clayton, Dahlonega, Helen, Ellijay&nbsp;and&nbsp;Blue Ridge&nbsp;\u2013 can be considered wine trails in their own right, with&nbsp;multiple wineries close enough to each other to visit several in a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"midwest\"><\/a>The Midwest &amp; Dakotas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This unforgettable road trip into the \u201cWild West\u201d weaves you north from Denver, Colorado upwards into Wyoming, Nebraska, South Dakota, and North Dakota. Across this ~1,200-mile road trip, you will drive through flat and barren land, rugged terrain with diverse and dramatic rock structures, small towns with populations less than 500 people, mountains, national monuments and parks, and miles upon miles of unsettled wilderness. Seemingly countless bison, deer, elk, prairie dogs and other wildlife roam freely. You may even see badgers, bighorn sheep and wild horses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"long-island\"><\/a>Long Island, New York<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In years gone by, visitors didn\u2019t hesitate to jump in a car or catch a train to make the pilgrimage out to the Eastern End of Long Island, known for its&nbsp;<a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/new-york\/north-fork-long-island-itinerary-best-wineries-hotels-restaurants\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>growing wine scene and sprawling farms<\/strong><\/a>. But this year, things are more complicated due to COVID-19 rules and regulations. Thankfully, local businesses in the North Fork have remained flexible, adaptable, and vigilant and continue to put safety above all else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"st-helena\"><\/a>St. Helena, Napa Valley<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So here\u2019s a sample itinerary for a 3-4 day long weekend of luxury wining and dining using&nbsp;<strong>St. Helena<\/strong> as your base (and including a few pit stops in neighboring Calistoga). This guide has a mix of a few different winery styles and takes you off the beaten track a bit. There\u2019s something about this beautiful part of northern Napa Valley which keeps drawing wine explorers back to taste and learn more. Each visit to this region presents yet another layer to peel back and experience. This itinerary explores just one of those layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"door-county\"><\/a>Door County, Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re from the Midwest you might take various weekend escapes to Door County, but to many in other areas of the U.S., it remains an&nbsp;<em><strong>under-the-radar gem<\/strong><\/em>. It\u2019s a precious peninsula between Green Bay and Lake Michigan with 70 miles of quaint beach towns to discover. While Door County is a perfect spot for swimming, hiking, and warm-weather activities, a new wave of winter tourism is gaining popularity and visitors are enjoying the&nbsp;<em>hygge<\/em> culture. Read this itinerary to plan a relaxing trip to this humble region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pacific-coast-highway-road-trip-itinerary-winetraveler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pacific-coast-highway-road-trip-itinerary-winetraveler.jpg\" alt=\"This stretch of California's Pacific Coast Highway make it arguably one of the most beautiful road trips in the world.\" class=\"wp-image-12584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pacific-coast-highway-road-trip-itinerary-winetraveler.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pacific-coast-highway-road-trip-itinerary-winetraveler-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pacific-coast-highway-road-trip-itinerary-winetraveler-310x174.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This stretch of California&#8217;s Pacific Coast Highway make it arguably one of the most beautiful road trips in the world. Image courtesy iStock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"pch\"><\/a>California&#8217;s Pacific Coast Highway<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Thousands of travelers both foreign and domestic come to California each year in an effort to experience one of the world\u2019s most epic road trips \u2014 California\u2019s Pacific Coast Highway. Arguably one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, this breathtaking&nbsp;highway offers road trippers expansive landscapes and vistas, delicious food, complex and refined fine wine, endless coastal activities and a relaxed Californian vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"hudson\"><\/a>New York&#8217;s Hudson Valley &amp; Catskill Mountains<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hudson Valley &amp; the Catskills have long been a retreat for overwhelmed New Yorkers seeking refuge from big-city chaos. Whether it was families escaping to the Borscht Belt for the summer, artists flocking to like-minded communities, or adventurers seeking whitewater rafting, the Hudson Valley area was a go-to destination. Today, its accessibility makes it the perfect road trip destination for a day trip, a week trip, or more. Although the Hudson Valley is beautiful any time of year, fall is really when it\u2019s at its finest. Take a long weekend to soak in the gorgeous red, orange, and gold leaves and give yourself time for a hike or apple picking. The picturesque villages seem set up just for that autumnal crisp air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/willamette-valley-oregon-road-trip-winetraveler-ideas.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/willamette-valley-oregon-road-trip-winetraveler-ideas.jpg\" alt=\"Willamette Valley Oregon is perhaps best known in the wine world for producing world-class Pinot Noir. But it's also a haven for outdoor lovers and those seeking unique local cuisine.\" class=\"wp-image-12586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/willamette-valley-oregon-road-trip-winetraveler-ideas.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/willamette-valley-oregon-road-trip-winetraveler-ideas-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/willamette-valley-oregon-road-trip-winetraveler-ideas-310x206.jpg 310w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Willamette Valley Oregon is perhaps best known in the wine world for producing world-class Pinot Noir. But it&#8217;s also a haven for outdoor lovers and those seeking unique local cuisine. Image courtesy iStock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a name=\"willamette\"><\/a>Willamette Valley, Oregon<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re an oenophile or experiential wine traveler with a passion for cooler climate varietals, lush green countryside, unique boutique accommodation and delicious eats, the Willamette Valley wine region is sure to accommodate your travel desires. We went out and spoke with regional experts, winery owners and certified wine professionals in an effort to help our readers craft a Willamette Valley Itinerary tailored to their tastes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While all of the above road trip routes are exciting and offer a wide range of things to do in each region, there are plenty of other unique destinations to visit throughout the United States! 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