We’re Traveling by RV to All 50 States… IN ONE YEAR! - Are We Crazy!?

[@BenjaminKlahn]

@4:10 The rule should be thus: You must spend one full day (24 hours) in a state to cross it off the list and while within the state you must make a good faith effort to interact with the state and it's peoples at least twice. Your interactions could include camping there, shopping there, a regional meal, a local show, something unique and local to that state. You may, of course stay longer at your discretion, you may do more, you may pass through a state and come back, but the "minimum visit" to earn your merit badge, as it were, should be something like "24 hours continuously within the borders of the state and at least two interactions with notable local amenities." If you're looking to do more just fiddle with the numbers, maybe 48 hours and 5 interactions is your ratio, or maybe you want two major interactions and 2 minor interactions. You can start with a list of what is what and modify it as you go along.

[@susanlee1827]

Yes. This. Just driving through is equivalent to landing in the airport.

[@lucianachriz]

Excelente ideia!

[@annsylvester3050]

The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is definitely worth the trip. Waterfall’s everywhere and right along the shore of Lake Superior 🌊

[@tripptcat]

The North Shore of Lake superior is one of the most stunning parts of America. You guys would love Duluth it's an adorable little town that has the largest freshwater port in the world. The upper peninsula of Michigan is one amazing forest with huge trees and great views of the Great Lakes. By cutting them off you are missing some of the most beautiful parts of America.

[@carolinelaman4521]

I was gonna say they needed to go see the UP! Hard agree!

[@mariemorgan]

Yes was sad that michigan really didn't touched in the options. Michigan is great in the summer especially UP

[@jamiemcclure8937]

Michigander here- you must do this state in the summer!! Take the shortcut across lake michigan from Manitowoc Wisconsin to Ludington Michigan on the SS Badger- you can take the RV. Both beach towns are amazing and the carferry itself is very historic!

[@ktbilbrey681]

Do the northern states first. Avoid the snowfall during the winter. And the heat of the south during the summer.

[@iyncity]

Have you guys considered the Marine highway Alaskan Ferry option? You can stay on board and still hop off at the cities with the RV. The start of the highway is at Bellingham, WA but it could be a option!

[@jenniferbrown8305]

I live in Ketchikan, Alaska, the southernmost Alaska city, and there's two routes you're missing! Drive to Bellingham and take the ferry to Ketchikan! It's about 20 hours. You can also drive through Canada to Prince Rupert (about a day's drive from Seattle) and take a 6 hour ferry to Ketchikan! Maybe one up and one back! I'd be happy to show you around. :)

[@audeai4021]

The ferry sounds amazing!!!!! I hope they take this route and share reviews.

[@singrdave]

I was just in Ketchikan last week on a Princess cruise, you have an amazing city

[@puccipower]

don’t encourage anyone to come to Bellingham please.

[@georgejulien3286]

I highly suggest driving all the way through bc and the Yukon to Alaska, that’s one of my favorite drives.

[@jenniferbrown8305]

@@georgejulien3286 I love that drive as well! I worked in Anchorage one summer and drove from Tacoma to Anchorage and back. Especially if you can take some time to stop in Banff on the way back. But it does take a very long time.

[@deecee9051]

I like route 3 and stay at least one night in each state. Whatever way you go I’m so excited excited excited!!!!!!

[@audeai4021]

Route 4: Midwest in the summer and fall in New England. Winter in the South, Spring in the Southwest. I've lived in a the Midwest, New England, and Southwest ... They are best in summer, fall, and spring respectively. Also, love the new intro with Ruby, it's so cute 🥰

[@deeseiffer]

That sounds like the best route yet

[@Theendlessadventure]

That sounds beautiful! We definitely agree with the seasons/weather on that route 😍

[@smbrouillet]

Yes! And get farther into Minnesota! The edges on your route are not what you travel to Minnesota for! You need to get to Lake Superior!

[@grewefamily]

When are you doing to be in Michigan?

[@jamiemcclure8937]

Also you NEED to drive through Michigan's UP and drive along the great lakes. If you're going to see the country you can't skip this part!

[@Ethan-pd7nu]

Looking forward to the RV being converted into a raft so you can reach Hawaii!

[@ariel_at_home]

This 🤣🤣🤣

[@Johanna.EG.]

@@ariel_at_home Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is real!

[@jennifersmyth9945]

good question

[@Rudromukherjeenerv]

Then converted into a snowmobile to reach Alaska!

[@TravelswithLlama]

First thing I thought of too!

[@brentfennimore4048]

Check out 4 Weeks in Michigan's Upper Peninsula/ Where To Camp 🏕 +What To Do In Michigan's UP Eat See RV. Michigan has Great Beer Brewerys and Falls everywhere you travel you see something new and very different! Frankenmuth is fun too! We hope you will consider Michigan we think you will enjoy your stay with us. 😊

[@emilyserafamanschot800]

It's very hard to drive in Alaska. Some places can only be reached by boat or train. I recommend that you drive up the west coast of Michigan. The scenery is spectacular and the food (fresh fish and cherries)is excellent. We have a nice wine and craft brewery industry in the Traverse City, and the Leelenau Peninsula is beautiful. Cross the Mackinac Bridge, drive west and hit Wisconsin

[@garychristison763]

As you are going across northern Indiana, make a slight detour and visit one of the Michigan dunes such as Warren Dunes. The southwest Michigan lakeside communities are nice. The biggest problem with visiting Wisconsin is that Chicago is in the way. Pick a weekend morning and go through early. Your route is as good as any. Swinging wide west doesn't do much good. Sounds like a lot of fun. I'd like to do something like that.

[@stevennelson9504]

Spend July on the shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan. It's a picture pirfect area and heat will not be a problem. (bring a jacket).

[@Theendlessadventure]

That sounds amazing!!!!

[@stargazergirl22]

You need to revise the route so you go through the upper peninsula of Michigan and down through the bottom part. You’re missing a lot of beautiful scenery up there

[@Mouserjan0222]

Since you can't take the RV to Hawaii, just go have fun. It takes a lot longer than 1 week to go to Alaska, but since you have those extra 2 weeks (52 weeks) you could save time in other states and "save up" and hit Alaska

[@ImaCOTV]

It depends on where you go in Alaska. Using the ferry system and only going to Ketchikan would reduce the travel time considerably. On the other hand, doing the Alaska Highway through British Columbia and Yukon has a certain romance to it.

[@Mouserjan0222]

@@ImaCOTV Well I watched Long Long Honeymoon's vlog on the Alaska Highway and it was no joke. Lots of planning and it did take quite awhile. I'm sure you're right about going to just Ketchikan

[@critterkarma]

Definitely #3, as a New Englander, the fall colors are not to be missed!

[@karinhellehamnes]

You're going to miss out on Minnesota in those 3 route options! :( You really should visit the north shore of Lake Superior, the Duluth area. There are so many state parks there and lots of hikes and waterfalls. It's great all year round, but truly incredible in the fall! Please don't skip Minnesota!!! Even visiting Minneapolis would be a really fun city to explore, so many parks and lakes and outdoor things to check out!

[@sharoncassidy4246]

Yeah, and none of those routes include Michigan

[@AnnAmbler]

Both Minnesota and Michigan are covered in all of the maps, barely. But as they mentioned, they’ll drive around areas where multiple states meet.

[@mariemorgan]

@@AnnAmbler Right but nothing is at the border in michigan. Nothing worth seeing.

[@mcnater]

My thoughts exactly...they are completely missing out on Minnesota and Michigan's good stuff.

[@AnnAmbler]

@mariemorgan They can still drive 1-2 hrs. from the border easily. The map doesn’t cover every road they’d travel once they got to an area. The map route likely only cover la what Clementine would cover. While the UP is unlikely, the rest of Michigan is definitely possible.

[@Melintedavid95]

You guys gotta hit up more of Michigan, We have some beautiful areas, sleeping bear dunes National Lakeshore as well as Pictured rocks in the Upper Peninsula to name a few. You also have to drive over the Mighty Mac as well.

[@littlemontanalady]

So excited to see this content! This is gonna be epic! I would highly recommend Glacier NP & Yellowstone NP and White Sands in NM if you can squeeze them in. Glacier and Yellowstone are on a reservation system just FYI. Also it's beautiful right now really lush and green in Montana (60's-70's). I wouldn't come to WY, ND, SD, MT, ID past mid to late October the weather can get nasty.

[@eafc2112]

The Sleeping bear dunes in Northern lower Michigan was voted the most beautiful place in American by GMA! You need to plan at least a few days in Michigan!

[@toddrunion2]

As a New Englander, I can tell you that its very do able to hit all 6 states in under 8 hours. You won't see much, buts its easily done. As a Northern New Englander, I would say to just drive thru the 3 southern New England States(Mass, RI, & Ct.) And do your sight seeing in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. If you are coming to see Fall foliage, Vermont is amazing. Avoid Maine as it is mostly an evergreen state. NH is 50/50 for foliage. East side bordering Maine has mostly evergreens. West side bordering Vt. is mostly Maple hardwood like Vermont. Its the maple hardwood that have the super intense yellows, reds and orange autumn colors. But for foliage, timing is everything. Its all up to Mother Nature. Fall foliage happens on average between the last week of September until the end of the 2nd week of October. And it happens from north first and gradually move to southern New England. For instance, the end of the 1st week of October might have brilliant color in the southern parts of Vt and NH but all the leaves have turned brown or pale yellow in the northern parts. If you cant be here during fall foliage. In Maine, my favorite part is the coast line. In the south, York Harbor is very scenic. From there up to Kennebunkport is a nice drive on 1A. Avoid 1A in NH if travelling in summer. Lots of great seafood on the Maine coast too. Especially for clams, steamers and Lobsta's. In NH, the Lakes region is nice. Mt Washington roadway is cool if the weather is clear. Not RV friendly at all. Tow vehicle is best here, or take one of the pay tours, van or better yet, the train up top "The Rockpile". Vermont has some unique attractions. The Hope Cemetery in Barre is worth a few hours. Barre was built on its granite quarries and some of the most beautiful grave stones and memorials can be seen there. Smugglers Notch near Stowe is a must do if you have a day. Again, the road up is best suited to your tow vehicle. At the Notch there is great hiking trails. Rock climbing from novice to pro and many caves to explore. The Stowe Vt area is quite beautiful on its own. Many Europeans that have been to Stowe have compared it to many areas in the Alps. Though on a much smaller scale. When the Von Trapp family of The Sound of Music fame escaped Europe in WWII, Stowe is where they settled down as it reminded them of their homeland. You can visit the Von Trapp Lodge too. Good luck on your travels.

[@Theendlessadventure]

Holy moly, thank you for all the suggestions! The northeast is probably the area we know least, so we really appreciate all the extra info and recommendations 🙌

[@DisabledNomads]

The best place to be for fall foliage is Laurium, Michigan. I was there in September 1977 and once you see it, you never forget it. It's like the trees are lit from the inside out and absolutely glow with such a brilliance that it's jaw dropping. Never saw anything like it again in my life.

[@DisabledNomads]

Plan not only for your rig breaking down, plan also for injury or illness. Make sure your medical and dental coverage is adequate. On the road we have experienced a heart attack, broken bones, skin cancer, broken fillings and most recently, Covid.

[@maskeddev]

Have you been on The Kancamagus Highway during autumn?!

[@hollieclark5751]

finally I can't wait for it guys. Route 3 probably seemed the best especially with the seasons. so excited for all the adventures up and down that you two will face 😃😃

[@Ruarai7]

Grand Rapids, MI is nicknamed "Beer City U.S.A"! My girlfriend and I aren't into beer, but yall would love it, you can do a beer trolley through downtown during certain parts of the year. There are tons of specialty craft breweries; and themed pub crawls throughout the year. I also once met somebody had a keychain full of these copper tags that you can collect from most breweries in Michigan called Tagabrew. Hope yall host a meet up while you're here so we can come meet you in person! 🥺

[@TheTraventuresChannel]

Route 3 guys! Can’t miss the North East in the Fall. Have so much fun maybe we’ll see ya out there on the road!

[@katherinemaas6712]

How are you going to get the RV to Hawaii? Barge? Water wings? Actually, you CAN camp there in a small van. We've done it 2-3 times, with a rented VW Westfalia, and we had a wonderful time. They don't have the kind of campsites we are used to on the mainland, but we camped all over the big island. You park it the campground parking lot and sleep there.

[@lizzieelmer2602]

Route 3 sounds the best option to me, and to be able to see New Hampshire in the autumn would be incredible! Cannot wait to see this series!

[@alohatvn]

Big like 👍 Look forward to the 50 states in 50 weeks adventures 😀.

[@debmarie55]

Excited for you both and excited to watch your adventures. Too bad you're only going to skim the lower border of Michigan. There is so much to see in the Northern lower peninsula and the upper peninsula. You will be missing some of the best camping you could find!

[@raesive64]

so... why do all three routes skip Michigan? There's so many great things to do! Traverse City for wine/cider/beer/cherry festival. Grand Rapids- beer city USA, ArtPrize. Holland's tulip festival. Upper Peninsula... just gorgeous!

[@Naedlj]

I’m so excited for y’all! I would be fine if y’all just do 48 states in 52 weeks and call it 50 states in 50 weeks. Close enough! Good luck!!!

[@matthewwangel]

Hawaii?

[@dlfamily6528]

Ha. I was thinking the same thing. They meant Lower 48 in 50 weeks..??

[@Saravon]

@@matthewwangel Alaska

[@nadiainthesky]

​@@matthewwangel ​ @DL Family watch the whole video guys

[@a.j.schoppe6873]

It took me 50 years to make it to all 50 states. Here are some of my favorites....You haven’t seen Michigan unless you’ve been to the UP. Canoeing the Boundary Waters in Minnesota is a must! Ledges State Park in Iowa is beautiful. We enjoyed a few days at Fort Robinson State Park NB; it was there that we almost hit a Big Horn Sheep that ran full tilt into the road, but it jumped OVER our car instead!! The Mighty Five in Utah are incredible! Outer Banks in NC..Wow! And for my home state of Montana you HAVE to drive the Beartooth Highway!!!!

[@brittneydahlen1302]

Would definitely recommend heading north first and spending the summer in the Midwest (only because that’s my favorite season in MN/WI/MI 😊 and you should probably avoid the north/Midwest/northeast in the snowy/freezing winter with Clementine and Ms Ruby Suzuki) then heading East for the fall before heading south and the out west in the winter. Would definitely recommend going all the way up to Lake Superior (Ya’ll would love Duluth/Superior area if you haven’t been already! Some great state and national parks and breweries too!) and then following along the south shore of Superior through WI (hit up the apostle islands to kayak through the sea caves!) and down through MI. Excited for this journey for you and to get to follow along on your adventure!

[@sunnyd6281]

Definitely Duluth area and up the north shore if possible fall! I also recommended northwest angle. Funny part of MN history…

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

No they should go up the east coast through Pennsylvania and New England, so much more to see and not as hot, cooler summers.

[@gracekluchka7620]

Michigan’s upper peninsula in the fall is absolutely gorgeous and I would try to make it there is you can!

[@holty2604]

Route 3 definitely makes sense, can’t wait to see your adventures 😊

[@coldmitten]

Exciting to see all your hard work pay off! Grand Rapids (aka Beer City USA) is a must stop in Michigan-lots of great breweries!!

[@rossibrennan5754]

Great idea. As someone living outside the US, I always wondered what each state was like(the landscape, food, people, etc). This type of road trip is on my bucket list so I'm sure your series will be fun and insightful. Let the suffering for our entertainment and education commence!

[@sukantpanigrahi76]

Guys this the perfect series to make a documentary out of. Would be really dope honestly.

[@julietralph4628]

I can't wait for this guys! As someone who lives outside the US I've always been interested in the differing physical and cultural landscape of each state. Route 3 sounds awesome, seeing New England in the Fall would be an amazing experience.

[@lauryngal20]

Yes I was just going to say this! The foliage in the NE is to die for!

[@maskeddev]

Just got back from there. It was alright but I already live in a country that has autumn lol, the White Mountains themselves were the draw for us :)

[@franklealand1181]

Less junk more journey did went in a camper in Hawaii last year so if you check them out you should be able to do it ,but they did rent a camper over there rather than ship theirs over . Good luck on the journey

[@sweep3984]

Minnesota will miss you on this trip

[@tomquast8695]

For sure the north shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota will not disappoint, it's absolutely beautiful! Also in Minnesota is Itasca State Park where you can walk across the headwaters of the Mississippi River! Very fun experience!

[@deannawilson997]

I would recommend coming up north this summer to visit some beautiful places in Minnesota before snow fall. Lake superior, black sand beach, north shore, and so much more. Munising in the upper peninsula of Michigan is also so so stunning and people from all around the world visit. I would recommend visiting the UP of Michigan separate from the rest of Michigan. They are basically different states.

[@Aeshna87]

I commented the same thing! I may be bias because I live in the UP, but it’s amazing that so many people when planning these trips completely gloss over it.

[@dafirnz]

I live north of Minnesota and that's what I would do. Make a b-line to the north east or north west corner, go across and then worry about everything else.

[@Ruffio1977]

Looking at all their routes they barely touch Mn which to me is sad

[@fishiganstate3880]

They did the great lakes region so wrong with their maps. Pictured Rocks in summer is a must if you're traveling through the UP

[@CampingwithEmmy]

I agree! So much to see in Michigan! Tahquamenon Falls, the Mighty Mackinac Bridge, and Pictured Rock as others mentioned!!! Plus all the beautiful Lighthouses along the way!

[@anneadkins4403]

You need to go to Leelanau County, and Grand Traverse City in Michigan. Why? So glad you ask? First, wine country, wine tours. Then the best senic places ever. July is Cherry Festival in Traverse City. You can visit The sand dunes in Empire MI. along with the scenic drive❤. Fish Town enhances Leland MI. A historic old fish town, fully remodeled. Each shanty is a little store. Then Carlson's fishery. They offer fresh fish and smoked fish, all by the Cheese Shanty. Then you can have lunch and dinner by the water fall. You all love food and there are great restaurants in Traverse City. Downtown Traverse there is Doug Murdock's fudge and Cherry Republic. You can fish, swim, kayak, canoe, water sports and explore beautiful forest. I hope you will visit, you will not regret it, not one minute! And LOTS of campsites!

[@scottyrobinson5708]

I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of watching you guys it’s always so refreshing funny and entertaining lots of love guys!💯⭐️🤩❤️❤️❤️

[@Theendlessadventure]

Thanks so much, Scotty! We're pretty dang excited to finally take you on tons of wacky/fun adventures in Clementine 🙌

[@TurnItUpWorld]

So excited for y’all. We just started our Cross country road trip in our Winnebago RV ‘Desert Snow. We hope to see y’all on the road! Whoop! Whoop!

[@LauraOnTheMove]

I just finished my trip to all 50 in a year! I broke it down into 3 big loops from Ohio so an east coast loop, pacific north west loop and south west loop. Then jumped to Alaska and Hawaii. It’s amazing! Lobster rolls in Maine, driving across the Great Basin in Nevada and the Oregon coast were huge highlights. I hope you have a blast!

[@Theendlessadventure]

That sounds amazing!! We're so excited to see/taste/experience everything this country has to offer 😍 So glad you had a blast!

[@pdxagogo]

Oregon Coast and the Great Basin (Hwy 50) are the two most underrated drives in the Country, IMO.

[@leegrant7588]

You really need to come to Traverse City Michigan. There’s sleeping bear national Lakeshore. And Allison, you look super cute in those glasses.

[@DisneyAdulting]

I really wish you guys would visit Michigan more. That way you can visit Mackinac Island. You can visit the island for a day trip and you take a ferry there and back. There are no motorized vehicles allowed besides emergency vehicles. You get around on foot, bicycle, or horse drawn carriages. It’s amazing. Michigan has so many cool places to visit!!! You can also go into the upper peninsula of Michigan and connect to Wisconsin. People think it sucks here…..they are so wrong! Safe travels either way!

[@aussiefarmer6012]

Route 3 would be our pick. looking forward to it all.

[@mickemike2148]

You should definitely spend at least one night in each state! And please remember to buy a sticker in each state to put on the tush of Clementine. I bet that will impress most that see her romp.

[@Theendlessadventure]

🤣🤣

[@jj-if6it]

Definitely need to grab a sticker!

[@sam713rez]

Route 3 please! Maine is a must see area during the fall. Acadia National Park and Bar Habor. Get a hot chocolate and a blanket wake up an hour before sunrise and head to the park for a glorious sunrise! It’s breathtaking

[@Intothesunset89]

I’ve always wanted to do a road trip around America so I’m happy to experience it vicariously through you guys. Keen to see more of the states you don’t hear much about

[@cesbi]

I was sooooo relieved when you said it won't be consecutive 50 weeks. Take a break here and there y'all. Take care of your mental health. Other than that: Can't wait!

[@jamieparish427]

I'm pretty bummed all 3 routes skip Iowa and Minnesota. Please consider giving Des Moines a shot, we're a small city but our downtown area is amazing. As for Minnesota, there's so much natural beauty that would be a shame to miss.

[@jimmcpherson2537]

Having just finished reading Bill Bryson's memoir about growing up in Des Moines, I agree -- well worth a stop.

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

They will go. They said all 50 states. Map drawn incorrectly

[@kevinfleming9919]

The route going up interstate 29 goes through Iowa and alongside Minnesota. It's just a rough drawn map line of the big interstates they can use and not the exact roads they will be on as they can (and will as they even said on the video) easily leave the main interstates to drive into each States locations that they want to see and explore. Plus they have to choose locations with RV parking and can use the Suzuki to go explore in a smaller more manageable car with better gas mileage.

[@mmarcy12]

Missing the MN is super sad such a unique and beautiful metro area with loads to do along with natural beauty!! Not to mention going farther north and seeing the North Shore, Boundary Waters or even Voyager National Park ♥️

[@terryolson1962]

No Kidding, "all 50 States?" What a joke. Let me plan your trip if you want to "touch" all 50 States. I can do a better job planning a trip like that. Epic FAIL.

[@rayjackman8943]

Hi Guys ! Retired now and spent at least 6 months a year in the RV from 2014 to 2018. We had a 7Kw generator onboard and I cant tell you how important this item had become getting us out of some rather interesting situations. Many people who did not have generators carried the Honda Quiet 2200 in their bins or tow vehicle to power things like AC, charge batteries and other emergencies. I strongly suggest taking one along in Ruby as its a life saver.

[@tattooedtraveler8359]

This series I am looking forward too!! Can’t wait to see all the states but PLEASE PLEASE don’t skip out on MICHIGAN!!! There are so many amazing things in the upper Michigan I could recommend a million amazing places to camp as well as go for food and see! Upper Michigan is very beautiful and I hope you guys get a chance to add that to the route!

[@Tom-po7jb]

Two Words - Alaska Cruise . . . from Seattle (ok that's 4 words). 7 nights in the standard length. Yes Clementine has to stay in Seattle, but you get can a nice taste. If you save up some extra time, fly to Anchorage and spend 3-5 days (Denali, Kenai Pennisula, etc) and then take a 7 night one way cruise from Seward to Vancouver, BC. And go for balcony room this time, much nicer than squeezing 4 people into an interior room.

[@Aeshna87]

I’m so excited for you guys to do this! I would HIGHLY suggest hitting up the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I know this would mean spending more time in Michigan so it might not work too well but if you do choose to do this, visit Marquette! I think you guys would love it!

[@shannonloso3751]

The UP is beautiful!

[@emilyserafamanschot800]

BTW, you know to stick to the Northern States in the Summer/first part of fall, and go South in the winter.

[@MyBackyardScience]

This is the kind of thing we've been looking forward to! Every state in a single year might be an aggressive approach, because you may be so rushed to get from place to place, but it is going to be awesome! 🙂

[@dianerosum4306]

So sad. No Michigan. The Upper peninsula of Michigan is absolutely gorgeous

[@MacrobianNomad]

Route 3 makes sense for the seasonal considerations I feel, be in the East for late summer and autumn then West for 98 degrees winter, I'm so excited for you guys to do this year of adventure, bon courage ! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@olofvikberg6505]

When in Michigan, please go to the Upper Peninsula! I realise it's a bit inconvenient for this kind of trip, but I'm very curious to see that area and there's so little info about it (except that it's supposed to be beautiful).

[@ladydibella8852]

Gonna miss a lot of cool stuff in Michigan. I know many take those routes and completely pass Michigan but Traverse city, Mackinaw island or even chilling on one of the lakes like in Holland MI is a must. And Petoskey MI! Even more so going to the Upper Peninsula is a must. Hopefully one day y’all can travel Michigan properly.

[@jh48167]

Taquamenon Falls and taking a rowboat to the little island (four minute journey) to explore. Grand Hotel buffet and gardens on Mackinaw island, and the colonial fort. All super scenic and beautiful. Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford automobile museum. The Edsel Ford home. So much to see.

[@shellygenter8585]

And all of your Michigan fan base.... But yes, Mackinaw area is sooo beautiful! It's my favorite place to be.

[@brentfennimore4048]

Yes Michigan is a really awesome place for R.V. vacationoners.We have so many really fun and cool places to visit. Pure Michigan is just that! Come and visit Saint Ignace and Mackinaw Island the whole Island is filled with so much fun! Watching the fudge being made and the horse and buggy ride. The Fort the delicious plank fish dinner. Just awesome. We invite you to come and share our nice weather in Pure Michigan in the summer.

[@ryancappo]

Just make sure it is between May-early October. :)

[@larry6656]

I agree the upper peninsula is a must visit place! One of our favorite places is the porcupine mountains and the lake of the clouds!

[@Maphisnm]

You need to see Maine, specifically Acadia National Park, and specifically in October! Talk about leaves and the great outdoors!

[@christophercrawford8237]

Love it! So excited to see you guys traveling in Clementine. Been watching the whole renovation. I'm sure you'll have to make some sacrifices to get all 50 states in 50 weeks, but as a guys who's lived in Utah, New Mexico and Arizona I have to tell you, the 4 corners area is pretty much the worst part of all four states...and especially Utah, if 4 corners is your only experience in Utah, you're missing out big time. Good luck guys, whatever you do it's gonna be a blast 😎

[@Theendlessadventure]

The ultimate plan is just to keep Clementine stationed near that four corners area and then do trips in the Suzuki to all the best parts of the states to keep the miles down on the RV. Luckily we've traveled quite a bit through the area in the past, so we're really looking forward to recreating some of our favorite memories all across those states!

[@bgbgbg123]

​@@Theendlessadventure For sights in that area, El Malpais in New Mexico is very underrated. They have an actual ice cave and volcano you can visit. And lava fields to hike around on.

[@larry6656]

The Michigan upper peninsula is a must visit! All very rv friendly and beautiful sites and tons of water falls. If you guys decide to make it over the Michigan we can give you some great places to visit!

[@barbfreihammer2233]

I'm bummed, ☹️, you're not making a trip THROUGH Minnesota! One of your opening map potentials, shows a great option for going through our fantastic state! The North Shore, The Boundary Waters, Mississippi Headwaters, OMG!! BEAUTIFUL!!! The Land of 10,000 Lakes!!! I guess one week wouldn't be enough....You'll have to come after this adventure and spend a month or 2 here!!! After all, a week wouldn't be enough!!! You gotta come for a lot of Minnesota nice!!!

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

They will

[@tedjones112]

I Vote Route 3 - take The Beans to La Swamp Tour, Mississppi Plantations, Disney World, to see the Manatees, Stone Mountain, pick some Peaches then Charleston SC, Blue Ridge Mountains, Smoky Mountains, Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, see the 2 Smallest States, Eat some Maine Lobsters. Plus Beans have already done rented van trips in California.

[@tedjones112]

@Spring is in The Air 🇺🇸 Yup, Yup, and Yup.........that's a plan........... I Expect a Swamp n Gator video Next week.....

[@saena971]

I know these aren't detailed maps, and central Oregon is incredibly beautiful, but I would hate to think that you might miss out on the Oregon coast. There's no way you have time to see it all, but if you had a week or so, you could experience a pretty fair representation of what Oregon has to offer. (Get ready for an info-dump!) My best attempt at a "See A Little Bit Of Everything Route" would be to come up Highway 101 from San Francisco so you can visit the redwoods (because you HAVE to visit the redwoods, believe me). Then up the southern Oregon coast, soaking in the views (all 362 miles of coastline have protected public access, so there's literally no on-beach development). Then turn east to go through Eugene and continue on Highway 126 to Bend, which will give some some gorgeous mountain-y forest landscape to drive through. Turn north at Bend and go through some high desert territory before hitting wide plains with farm fields that seem to go on forever and majestic mountains in the distance. Turn left again at The Dalles and drive along the Columbia River Gorge, which has more amazing views and a LOT of waterfalls to see. In a couple hours, you'll be in Portland, which is justly famous for the food and the indie/bohemian/progressive vibe. Finally, it's only a couple more hours west to see the northern Oregon coast, which can have a much rockier, wilder feel. I highly recommend Oswald West State Park for a walk through the woods to picnic tables on a bluff overlooking a lovely little beach that's popular with surfers (in wet suits, of course, that water is cold!). Then on to Washington! Some of these roads are pretty curvy and steep, but they are incredibly beautiful. I wouldn't blame you at all for choosing more direct routes (especially with Clementine and Ruby), but you won't find more awe-inspiring landscapes. And honestly, this itinerary leaves out some truly amazing places in eastern Oregon, like the Malheur National Forest, but it can get pretty remote with a lot of driving, so it's hard on a limited schedule. I would suggest anytime from late spring to early fall for your visit, because winter brings a lot of rain west of the mountains and a lot of snow east of them. Can you tell I really love Oregon? I'm so excited for your trip and to see you experience whatever parts of my state you end up seeing! We'll see you on the road!

[@zachoryjohnson4984]

For the Kansas part of the trip, which, let’s be real, everyone’s most excited about, I suggest you make sure you go to Lawrence. You won’t regret stopping at Free State Brewing Co.

[@americathebeautifulforever9746]

There is so much to see in each state, that you should spend, depending on the state, 2 to 4 weeks in each state. It should be 50 states in 5 years.

[@SamanthaSeltzer]

I think maybe your channel name is revealing your bias ;) lol You can’t possibly see everything in one go, but I think this is a good way to go! I wouldn’t want to spent 5 years without leaving the US.

[@sunnieanderson1994]

I’m really sad you guys are missing the whole Oregon coast. That’s is such an experience. Breathtaking views around every turn. Love the Oregon coast and the fun little sea side towns.

[@tess4492]

❤️ the new intro. That was a pleasant surprise! Can’t wait to go on this adventure with you both.

[@jocelynvaladez3194]

Lppq

[@choochcardinale6595]

I cannot believe that you're going to skip Nevada. Haven't you ever been to North shore and South shore in Tahoe. It is so beautiful

[@ElementaryExplorers]

I’m so excited for you guys!!! We just finished RVing to the 50 states with our kids and LOVED it!! (Although it took us a bit longer than 50 weeks… 😂) If you have any questions - please reach out!

[@bygracethrufaith19]

WAIT WITH KIDSS! that sounds amazing! I need to know how you did this! Are your kids homeschooled? I’m 23 I don’t have kids but I would love to do this someday and would like to know how in case that’s only an option when I have already had kids lol

[@sarahpatte2023]

Loving this idea but you should definitely hit the Great Lakes in Michigan. All your options don’t include Michigan. :(

[@MichaelFitzgerald1]

I think the goal should be to explore more of what each state has to offer than merely hitting all 50 states. For example, Utah is much more than the 4 corners. (Have you seen how many national parks Utah has?!) Maine is another example that you mostly seem to miss out on. I think it's still doable to hit all 50 states (+ DC!) in a year and not to just tick them off your list.

[@missygarcia17]

Seriously! They are missing the BIG 5 in Utah!

[@ImaCOTV]

Not to mention Monument Valley and the area around Moab Utah. John Ford Country.

[@jeremymoyse]

"So many things you have to do with your hands and feet"... Alison LOL, (UK Adventurer!). Idea for qualifying criteria: Food has always been HUGE for this channel and so much a great part of it. As a baseline "We've been there" measure, why not make it a meal in that state, (not in Clementine)... even if it's just a coffee and treat!!

[@Anberel]

Honestly, that sounds like a lot of driving without really getting to experience things.

[@jeanetteanddean]

If you are doing 50 states, maybe you could incorporate the drink and food for the state you are visiting or what's the most popular in that state. Looking forward to watching the adventure. 😀

[@dbwatx931]

You should have us your audience suggest a fun thing to do in each state! Draw the suggestion and do it! Abroad in Japan KZbinrs Christ Broad did this. It is so much fun!

[@maolm2150]

It took us five years we visit it all state capital with the kids. I like route # 3 Utah is my favorite.

[@MsRaindropps]

This sounds like so much fun! Route 3 makes sense especially with the hot summer upon us. I hope Clementine, Ruby and Frank will be on their best behavior!

[@meganduong]

COME TO PHILLY. Plenty of RV parking and the food is pretty delicious. I’m super biased but pumped to watch this new adventure unfold.

[@janadachingwa9234]

Sounds like a great trip to do. I see on the map the 3 different trips you did not come into Michigan. You could come North in the Lower Peninsula by I75 or US131 to US31 to Mackinac City there is Wilderness Camp Grounds, take the ferry to Mackinac Island as there is no cars or trucks not allowed on the Island only horse,& buggy and bikes. Next day cross the 5 mile long Mackinaw Bridge now in Upper Peninsula take US 2 West all the way across Upper Peninsula to Wisconsin & any other Midwest state. Stay safe. Walk in Peace.

[@WingingItWithAsh]

I vote for rout #3!! Ive always wanted to see the leave in fall on the east coast. I'm excited I might be able to do that through you and who knows...maybe one day myself. :)-Ash

[@ShulaOudean]

When you come to Montana, you MUST visit Glacier National Park. It is the Swiss Alps of America.

[@Garciares04]

Thanks!

[@Theendlessadventure]

Thank you! 🙌🏻

[@kenhuth1762]

Route 3 would be my choice. It looks like fun. Drive safe.

[@PaytonandIan]

I currently live in Michigan (I’m close to Detroit) and I highly suggest driving up north and seeing the U.P. and then crossing over to Wisconsin. Up north is so beautiful and there’s so many cool aspects to northern Michigan! I know it’s not RV accessible but there’s islands on the Great Lakes that are so worth it! Also if you guys like cherries you have to stop in Grand Traverse County! Cherry capital of the world! It is very buggy so if works for you guys and you don’t mind the cooler weather, come through Michigan during the fall. Not only will you see awesome fall colors the bugs won’t be as bad. 😊

[@travelertrome8449]

This is truly exciting! The moment everyone has been waiting for ever since you bought Clementine has finally arrived! And we all appreciate it more because you brought us along on the remodeling journey. Congratulations you guys! Excited to be coming along on this trip!! 😎 (Also love the new intro!)

[@patriciapepe3013]

I am excited to share in all your adventures as you cruise 50 states in a year and I am so happy that you are bringing us along for the ride. You are such fun couple and I always look forward to see what you are up to next. Safe travels and I hope that road is smooth riding and free of bumps.

[@loverofoutdoors838]

#3 would be my vote and the northeast coast in the fall is amazing.

[@KikiDarling]

Glad I’m not the only comment that is mentioning that your really missing out if you skip Minnesota in the summer ! You really should come - especially for our state fair (we only come second to Texas because we have a shorter time frame than Texas). Please don’t skip us !

[@meinmaine9138]

Ummm, why do you hang left before coming up into Maine? Please do add Midcoast Maine- Camden area- to your travels. You might also want to take a schooner out to one of our islands during your visit here. Maine is remarkable, please don’t miss it.

[@brian00500]

Utah has FIVE national parks and all of your routes barely touch the southern end of Utah :'( Hopefully you guys can visit more of Utah later on. My wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed watching your channel - thanks for sharing your adventures with all of us!