Drving cross country from New York to Washington...things to see?

[babydriver]

Originally Posted by dem00n

I'll be driving across the country from New York to Washington for a 10 week internship.

I know we have members from all over the world, so I'm curious if you guys would know of any thing to do in these states as i drive by them. If i can't do it next week, than on the way back is possible.

I'll be crossing Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, and lastly Washington.

It could be anything, I'd be interested to see what you guys say.

Thanks.

If you go by way of Pittsburgh, then you might want to visit Fallingwater, the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright house. Most of the time, there aren't a lot of reasons to drive in that direction (it's east of Pittsburgh) and you kind of have to want to go there. It is a wonder to behold, though. Appears to be growing right out of the rock. An absolutely extraordinary achievement.

[dem00n]

Originally Posted by humfrz

WOW, sounds like a great trip!

How long are you giving yourself ... ??

What kind of things are you interested in besides ... scenery ..??

How are you going to get around Idaho .. ??


humfrz

I'll have an extra 2 to 3 days to bum around and travel. I'm interested in anything really, scenery is great, historical places, muses...etc.

Originally Posted by e1_griego

Swing through Glacier national park in Montana.

This for sure!

Originally Posted by humfrz

If you are taking the most direct (quickest) northern route, there really isn't any "major" things to see (without significant side trips).

Be careful going across North Dakota ........ boredom may overtake you .....

I suggest you install an armrest and get a good seat cushion ....... I don't care how comfortable the seats feel now ...... that will change after a few thousand miles.

Are you going to have a co-pilot .. ??


humfrz

I've already done a few 10 hours stints in the FRS, as long as i take frequent stops every 2 hours, the seats don't bother me much.

I'll be driving alone, this is my enlightenment trip.

Originally Posted by babydriver

Niagara Falls.
Ontario
TCoat

I've already been!

To TCoat that is.

Originally Posted by nickmerronesucks

Drive through PA and see my car on jack stands. what a great sight.

There are quite a few areas in PA with similar sights.

Originally Posted by JimR

Going through South Dakota instead of North Dakota would let you visit Badlands and Mount Rushmore. Then you could keep going west and go through Yellowstone.

This is a good idea, I'd have to see how this pans out.

Originally Posted by soulreapersteve

Myself and the local buddies may be able to hang out and show the local backroads... or dinner and car scene (showed fellas from Aus. and Sweden around last year).

There's a 1st of 2 big regional meet coming up June 5th (Giant BBQ!). I'm sure the locals would love to meet you!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1544559812513033/

Let me know if you are interested. We don't bite!

This sounds great, i will let you know if i can make it!

Originally Posted by BDKane01

That sounds like a hell of a drive. Have fun out there and be safe. Not many people get to experience America like that. Enjoy it as much as you can. Now is a great time to do it.

Thank you, i feel very grateful to be able to such thing.

Originally Posted by bcj

Hwy 12 from Missoula MT to Kennewick WA is more entertaining than the freeway.
14 or 30 along the Columbia Gorge. Over the Cascades 12, 410, 2 and 20 are all better than I90.
Dry Falls, Banks Lake in central WA. Cour d'Alene, Sand Point ID.
Hood Canal loop, Mt Rainier, Neah Bay, Hurricane Ridge, Port Townsend in western WA

Good recommendations, I'll take note.

Originally Posted by babydriver

If you go by way of Pittsburgh, then you might want to visit Fallingwater, the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright house. Most of the time, there aren't a lot of reasons to drive in that direction (it's east of Pittsburgh) and you kind of have to want to go there. It is a wonder to behold, though. Appears to be growing right out of the rock. An absolutely extraordinary achievement.

I've seen pictures of this before, but never in person. I'll map it out and if it's not to far off, I'll definitely go.



Thank you everyone for your recommendations, i really appreciate it.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by dem00n

I've already been!

To TCoat that is.

Geeeez how drunk was I that I don't remember this?

[dem00n]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Geeeez how drunk was I that I don't remember this?

Your rear tires remember!

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by dem00n

Your rear tires remember!

Hmmmm must have been that crack day.