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California → New Orleans | 14-15 Days, One-Way (includes flight back or train ride back)
This deep-South follow-through brings you from jazz to Georgia by way of dog-friendly beaches, sleepy shrimp towns, and aquarium tunnels full of whale sharks. Includes a full day to unwind on Dauphin Island, stops in Ocean Springs and Auburn, and finishes strong with downtown Atlanta + the Georgia Aquarium. Farewell fire and rides to the airport included.
🐋 Aquarium, beach chill, historic backroads
🐾 Kala-approved: dog beaches, small towns, big trees
🚙 Ride-share and hotel options for the city days
🔥 Final fire under the Georgia stars
Itinerary
(Subject to slight adjustments)
Day 1 Bakersfield, CA → Lake Havasu, AZ
Distance: ~310 miles
Drive Time: ~5–6 hours
Departure: 8:30 AM
Arrival: ~3:30–4:00 PM (with 2 short rest stops)
🕖 Goal for the Day:
We’re rolling out of California and getting into the desert. This is the day where everything begins — your first miles with the crew, your first RV setup, your first campfire.
You’re not flying over the Southwest… you’re driving through it.
🧭 Plan:
Depart Bakersfield around 8:30 AM
Two rest stops along the way — think coffee, dogs, stretch
Arrive at Lake Havasu by late afternoon
Set up RVs, open the slides, kick off the first night with a cookout
Bikes and chairs out — enjoy your first real night on the road
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Start with a full tank
Optional top-off near Needles, CA (~230 miles in)
🏕️ Overnight:
Full hookup campground near the lake
Great spot for photos, sunsets, and a relaxing welcome night
🍳 Included:
First night welcome cookout (BYO drink, Trail South handles the food)
Trail Partner checklist + guide handout
Drive Time: ~5–6 hours
Departure: 8:30 AM
Arrival: ~3:30–4:00 PM (with 2 short rest stops)
🕖 Goal for the Day:
We’re rolling out of California and getting into the desert. This is the day where everything begins — your first miles with the crew, your first RV setup, your first campfire.
You’re not flying over the Southwest… you’re driving through it.
🧭 Plan:
Depart Bakersfield around 8:30 AM
Two rest stops along the way — think coffee, dogs, stretch
Arrive at Lake Havasu by late afternoon
Set up RVs, open the slides, kick off the first night with a cookout
Bikes and chairs out — enjoy your first real night on the road
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Start with a full tank
Optional top-off near Needles, CA (~230 miles in)
🏕️ Overnight:
Full hookup campground near the lake
Great spot for photos, sunsets, and a relaxing welcome night
🍳 Included:
First night welcome cookout (BYO drink, Trail South handles the food)
Trail Partner checklist + guide handout
Day 2
🚐 Lake Havasu, AZ → Deming, NM
Distance: ~525 miles
Drive Time: ~8 hours (plus ~2 hours of stops, optional activities)
Departure: 7:30 AM
Arrival: ~8:00–8:30 PM
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This is your first “real” travel day. It's long, but it gives you the full experience of what RV travel actually is — the open road, music, rest stops, and a night sleeping wherever you land.
🧭 Plan:
Leave Lake Havasu by 7:30 AM
Morning pass through Phoenix + Tucson (possible Trail Partner lunch stop in Tucson park)
Optional midday break for groceries or picnic
Stop at a Walmart for supplies before evening
Overnight at a rest stop or boondock-safe area in Deming, NM
This is a "road life" day — not a luxury hotel stop. You’ll cook in the RV, shower in your rig, and settle into the rhythm of this lifestyle.
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Fuel 1: Phoenix outskirts (~200 miles in)
Fuel 2: Lordsburg, NM (~470 miles in)
🛏️ Overnight:
Rest stop, Cracker Barrel, or open overnight lot
Focus is on quiet, quick, safe stop and early sleep
📝 Final Notes for Day 2:
This is a push day that sets up the next stage of the tour
You’ll feel a little tired — and a lot accomplished
Expect laughter, truck-stop snacks, and real road bonding
Drive Time: ~8 hours (plus ~2 hours of stops, optional activities)
Departure: 7:30 AM
Arrival: ~8:00–8:30 PM
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This is your first “real” travel day. It's long, but it gives you the full experience of what RV travel actually is — the open road, music, rest stops, and a night sleeping wherever you land.
🧭 Plan:
Leave Lake Havasu by 7:30 AM
Morning pass through Phoenix + Tucson (possible Trail Partner lunch stop in Tucson park)
Optional midday break for groceries or picnic
Stop at a Walmart for supplies before evening
Overnight at a rest stop or boondock-safe area in Deming, NM
This is a "road life" day — not a luxury hotel stop. You’ll cook in the RV, shower in your rig, and settle into the rhythm of this lifestyle.
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Fuel 1: Phoenix outskirts (~200 miles in)
Fuel 2: Lordsburg, NM (~470 miles in)
🛏️ Overnight:
Rest stop, Cracker Barrel, or open overnight lot
Focus is on quiet, quick, safe stop and early sleep
📝 Final Notes for Day 2:
This is a push day that sets up the next stage of the tour
You’ll feel a little tired — and a lot accomplished
Expect laughter, truck-stop snacks, and real road bonding
Day 3 and day 4
(2 days in NM/El Paso)
🚐 Route: Deming, NM → El Paso, TX
Distance: ~115 miles
Drive Time: ~2 hrs
Departure: 9:00 AM (flexible, sleep in a little)
Arrival: ~11:00 AM–12:00 PM
🕖 Goal of the Day
Because we earned it. After yesterday’s long haul, today is about slowing down, enjoying the ride, and getting some real time to explore. El Paso’s unique — border-town culture, desert charm, and just the right size to roll in and enjoy without stress.
🧭 Plan:
Leave Deming by 9:00 AM
Light morning drive through wide-open desert
Arrive midday at a local campground in El Paso
Set up rigs: Open slides, plug in, relax
Unhook trucks + golf carts
Optional: Shower, nap, or chill
🍽️ Evening Plan:
6:00 PM group outing to a Trail Partner Restaurant
(Local Mexican, BBQ, or New Mexican fusion — something memorable)
Option to take your truck/golf cart or rideshare
Back to camp for a wind-down under the stars
⛽ Fuel Stops:
None required today (carryover from yesterday’s fill-up)
Optional top-off near campground for tomorrow’s long leg
🛏️ Overnight Stay:
Campground in El Paso
Hookups available
Optional laundry, campfire, stargazing
Quiet night before we saddle up again
🍳 What We Do Today:
Midday free time to explore, clean up, recharge
Optional downtown El Paso visit, museum, or park walk
Use this day to repack, check tires, charge devices, and breathe
📝 Final Notes for Day 3:
Some trips move fast — we move intentionally. Day 3 gives you the space to feel the rhythm of RV travel: the joy of setting up, kicking back, and knowing there’s nothing on the schedule but enjoying where you are.
Drive Time: ~2 hrs
Departure: 9:00 AM (flexible, sleep in a little)
Arrival: ~11:00 AM–12:00 PM
🕖 Goal of the Day
Because we earned it. After yesterday’s long haul, today is about slowing down, enjoying the ride, and getting some real time to explore. El Paso’s unique — border-town culture, desert charm, and just the right size to roll in and enjoy without stress.
🧭 Plan:
Leave Deming by 9:00 AM
Light morning drive through wide-open desert
Arrive midday at a local campground in El Paso
Set up rigs: Open slides, plug in, relax
Unhook trucks + golf carts
Optional: Shower, nap, or chill
🍽️ Evening Plan:
6:00 PM group outing to a Trail Partner Restaurant
(Local Mexican, BBQ, or New Mexican fusion — something memorable)
Option to take your truck/golf cart or rideshare
Back to camp for a wind-down under the stars
⛽ Fuel Stops:
None required today (carryover from yesterday’s fill-up)
Optional top-off near campground for tomorrow’s long leg
🛏️ Overnight Stay:
Campground in El Paso
Hookups available
Optional laundry, campfire, stargazing
Quiet night before we saddle up again
🍳 What We Do Today:
Midday free time to explore, clean up, recharge
Optional downtown El Paso visit, museum, or park walk
Use this day to repack, check tires, charge devices, and breathe
📝 Final Notes for Day 3:
Some trips move fast — we move intentionally. Day 3 gives you the space to feel the rhythm of RV travel: the joy of setting up, kicking back, and knowing there’s nothing on the schedule but enjoying where you are.
Day 4
🚐 Route: El Paso, TX → San Antonio, TX
Distance: ~550 miles
Drive Time: ~9–10 hrs driving
Total Day Time: ~12–13 hrs (with stops)
Departure: 6:30–7:00 AM
Arrival: ~7:00–8:00 PM
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is the last big push of the trip — and once we land in San Antonio, we stay for two nights. This day is about grinding the miles so you can chill hard after. And trust us, the brisket, Riverwalk, and slower pace are worth every mile.
🧭 Plan:
Leave campground by 6:30–7:00 AM
Grab breakfast onboard or at a roadside stop near Van Horn
Long stretch through West Texas with 2–3 key stops:
Fort Stockton for fuel + stretch
Junction for lunch, snacks, and supplies
Arrive at San Antonio campground in the evening
Set up, order food or relax — no pressure after arrival
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Stop 1: Fort Stockton (~250 miles in)
Stop 2: Junction (~200 miles later)
Optional top-off just outside San Antonio
🛏️ Overnight Stay:
Campground in/near San Antonio (2 nights)
Full hookups
Room to unhook trucks, ride bikes, or scooter into the city
Laundry, showers, and nearby grocery if needed
🍳 What We Do Today:
Eat light on the road — use onboard snacks/meals
Enjoy music, podcasts, and desert-to-city transitions
Regroup at camp with optional group dinner or chill night
Big exhale after a long day
📝 Final Notes for Day 4:
The miles are long, but the reward is sweet. Tomorrow is yours to sleep in, explore San Antonio, or even drive out to Austin for the night. Welcome to the South — you earned this part.
Drive Time: ~9–10 hrs driving
Total Day Time: ~12–13 hrs (with stops)
Departure: 6:30–7:00 AM
Arrival: ~7:00–8:00 PM
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is the last big push of the trip — and once we land in San Antonio, we stay for two nights. This day is about grinding the miles so you can chill hard after. And trust us, the brisket, Riverwalk, and slower pace are worth every mile.
🧭 Plan:
Leave campground by 6:30–7:00 AM
Grab breakfast onboard or at a roadside stop near Van Horn
Long stretch through West Texas with 2–3 key stops:
Fort Stockton for fuel + stretch
Junction for lunch, snacks, and supplies
Arrive at San Antonio campground in the evening
Set up, order food or relax — no pressure after arrival
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Stop 1: Fort Stockton (~250 miles in)
Stop 2: Junction (~200 miles later)
Optional top-off just outside San Antonio
🛏️ Overnight Stay:
Campground in/near San Antonio (2 nights)
Full hookups
Room to unhook trucks, ride bikes, or scooter into the city
Laundry, showers, and nearby grocery if needed
🍳 What We Do Today:
Eat light on the road — use onboard snacks/meals
Enjoy music, podcasts, and desert-to-city transitions
Regroup at camp with optional group dinner or chill night
Big exhale after a long day
📝 Final Notes for Day 4:
The miles are long, but the reward is sweet. Tomorrow is yours to sleep in, explore San Antonio, or even drive out to Austin for the night. Welcome to the South — you earned this part.
Day 5
🛏️ Location: Full Day in San Antonio, TX
Driving: None (unless optional)
Departure: Whenever you feel like it 😎
This Day Is About: Relaxing, exploring, and recharging
🕖 Goal for the day
After two major push days, this is where the trip settles in. We stay planted so you can stretch out, shower long, catch up on laundry, walk the Riverwalk, or even make a detour to Austin if you want a wild night and a hotel bed.
🧭 Plan:
Morning: Sleep in or walk the campground
Breakfast: Trail South provides burritos, donuts, or coffee (or all three)
Midday Options:
Ride-share or drive to the Riverwalk
Visit the Alamo or Market Square
Explore missions or grab a local brewery lunch
Austin Adventure (Optional):
Take your truck for a solo or group overnight
Explore live music, food trucks, nightlife
Stay in a hotel if you want a change of scene
Evening at Camp (for those who stay):
Light dinner
Fire pit / group hang
Optional: laundry catch-up, mobile tech Q&A, games
🛠️ Optional Extras / Add-Ons:
Kala’s Pick: Scoot or bike along the Riverwalk trail
Trail Partner Spotlight: Local taco spot or hidden BBQ joint
Mobile RV Check-In: Optional service checkup or tune-up if needed
📝 Final Notes for Day 5:
This is the turning point — when the trip becomes more than just movement. You’re in the South now: warm people, slow mornings, big flavors, and stories waiting around every corner. Do what feels right today… the road will still be there tomorrow.
Ready for Day 6: San Antonio → Houston next? That’ll be an easier ride with some new scenery and Gulf Coast flavor. Let’s keep your dream trip unfolding step by step.
Departure: Whenever you feel like it 😎
This Day Is About: Relaxing, exploring, and recharging
🕖 Goal for the day
After two major push days, this is where the trip settles in. We stay planted so you can stretch out, shower long, catch up on laundry, walk the Riverwalk, or even make a detour to Austin if you want a wild night and a hotel bed.
🧭 Plan:
Morning: Sleep in or walk the campground
Breakfast: Trail South provides burritos, donuts, or coffee (or all three)
Midday Options:
Ride-share or drive to the Riverwalk
Visit the Alamo or Market Square
Explore missions or grab a local brewery lunch
Austin Adventure (Optional):
Take your truck for a solo or group overnight
Explore live music, food trucks, nightlife
Stay in a hotel if you want a change of scene
Evening at Camp (for those who stay):
Light dinner
Fire pit / group hang
Optional: laundry catch-up, mobile tech Q&A, games
🛠️ Optional Extras / Add-Ons:
Kala’s Pick: Scoot or bike along the Riverwalk trail
Trail Partner Spotlight: Local taco spot or hidden BBQ joint
Mobile RV Check-In: Optional service checkup or tune-up if needed
📝 Final Notes for Day 5:
This is the turning point — when the trip becomes more than just movement. You’re in the South now: warm people, slow mornings, big flavors, and stories waiting around every corner. Do what feels right today… the road will still be there tomorrow.
Ready for Day 6: San Antonio → Houston next? That’ll be an easier ride with some new scenery and Gulf Coast flavor. Let’s keep your dream trip unfolding step by step.
Day 7 🏕️ Location: Day at San Antonio Campground
Driving: None (unless you went to Austin and are coming back)
Wake-Up: Casual (return by 10:00 AM recommended)
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is the regroup day. Some folks are coming back from their hotel or Austin detour, others are enjoying another easy morning at camp. Either way, this is when the trip hits its rhythm: no rush, no drive, just time to breathe and reset before we roll again tomorrow.
🧭 Plan:
Morning:
Coffee, stretch, cleanup
Those returning from Austin/hotels check back in
Optional light breakfast from Trail South (leftover burritos/donuts/fruit spread)
Midday:
Explore more of San Antonio
Visit a local market, the Alamo, or bike a nearby trail
RV maintenance check-in (water, propane, dump, etc.)
Evening:
Optional group dinner or cookout at the campground
Fire pit hang, music, stargazing
Early night if desired — tomorrow we roll again
🛠️ Trail South Tips:
Use this day to repack, organize, do laundry
If you’ve been in the RV non-stop, go walk a trail or grab a solo moment — this day is yours
Optional add-on: Mini tech talk or RV Q&A session
📝 Final Notes for Day 6:
This is the pause that makes the trip sing. The space between big drives, the breath before more miles. Take it easy, or make it count — either way, you’ll be glad we stopped here a while longer.
Wake-Up: Casual (return by 10:00 AM recommended)
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is the regroup day. Some folks are coming back from their hotel or Austin detour, others are enjoying another easy morning at camp. Either way, this is when the trip hits its rhythm: no rush, no drive, just time to breathe and reset before we roll again tomorrow.
🧭 Plan:
Morning:
Coffee, stretch, cleanup
Those returning from Austin/hotels check back in
Optional light breakfast from Trail South (leftover burritos/donuts/fruit spread)
Midday:
Explore more of San Antonio
Visit a local market, the Alamo, or bike a nearby trail
RV maintenance check-in (water, propane, dump, etc.)
Evening:
Optional group dinner or cookout at the campground
Fire pit hang, music, stargazing
Early night if desired — tomorrow we roll again
🛠️ Trail South Tips:
Use this day to repack, organize, do laundry
If you’ve been in the RV non-stop, go walk a trail or grab a solo moment — this day is yours
Optional add-on: Mini tech talk or RV Q&A session
📝 Final Notes for Day 6:
This is the pause that makes the trip sing. The space between big drives, the breath before more miles. Take it easy, or make it count — either way, you’ll be glad we stopped here a while longer.
Day 8
🚐 Route: San Antonio → Houston, TX
Distance: ~200–225 miles
Drive Time: ~3.5–4.5 hrs (depending on traffic)
Departure: 9:30–10:00 AM
Arrival: ~2:00–3:00 PM (with lunch + fuel stop)
🕖 Goal for the Day
We’re trading Alamo vibes for Gulf Coast flavor. This is an easy ride — just long enough to feel the miles but short enough to settle in early at camp. It’s also a great time to highlight Trail Partners in Houston and give folks a taste of big-city South.
🧭 Plan:
Depart campground by 9:30–10:00 AM
Fuel + stretch stop halfway in Sealy or Columbus, TX
Optional group lunch stop: classic BBQ or food truck (Trail Partner tie-in)
Arrive in Houston mid-afternoon
Set up at campground, rest or ride around
🏕️ Campground Setup:
Location: Houston or just outside (quiet but close to the action)
Hookups, laundry, and space to chill
Optional golf cart or bike rides
Dogs walk, slides out, chairs down — we’re parked for 2 nights here
🍽️ Evening Option:
Group dinner at a Trail Partner restaurant (BBQ, Tex-Mex, or seafood)
Or: chill dinner on your own, cookout at camp, or food delivery
Optional: city lights cruise or brewery hang
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Single top-off midway in Sealy or near Katy, TX
Optional top-up on arrival for Day 9 departure
📝 Final Notes for Day 7:
You’re halfway through the trip and deep into the South. The pace slows, the food gets richer, and the vibe turns soulful. We rest here for a reason — Houston’s big, bold, and built for a good time. Let’s take a day or two to enjoy it.
Drive Time: ~3.5–4.5 hrs (depending on traffic)
Departure: 9:30–10:00 AM
Arrival: ~2:00–3:00 PM (with lunch + fuel stop)
🕖 Goal for the Day
We’re trading Alamo vibes for Gulf Coast flavor. This is an easy ride — just long enough to feel the miles but short enough to settle in early at camp. It’s also a great time to highlight Trail Partners in Houston and give folks a taste of big-city South.
🧭 Plan:
Depart campground by 9:30–10:00 AM
Fuel + stretch stop halfway in Sealy or Columbus, TX
Optional group lunch stop: classic BBQ or food truck (Trail Partner tie-in)
Arrive in Houston mid-afternoon
Set up at campground, rest or ride around
🏕️ Campground Setup:
Location: Houston or just outside (quiet but close to the action)
Hookups, laundry, and space to chill
Optional golf cart or bike rides
Dogs walk, slides out, chairs down — we’re parked for 2 nights here
🍽️ Evening Option:
Group dinner at a Trail Partner restaurant (BBQ, Tex-Mex, or seafood)
Or: chill dinner on your own, cookout at camp, or food delivery
Optional: city lights cruise or brewery hang
⛽ Fuel Stops:
Single top-off midway in Sealy or near Katy, TX
Optional top-up on arrival for Day 9 departure
📝 Final Notes for Day 7:
You’re halfway through the trip and deep into the South. The pace slows, the food gets richer, and the vibe turns soulful. We rest here for a reason — Houston’s big, bold, and built for a good time. Let’s take a day or two to enjoy it.
Day 8🏙️ Location: Day in Houston, TX (campground day)
Driving: Optional (caravan or rideshare into the city)
Departure: ~10:00 AM
Return: ~3:00 PM
Evening: Free time at the campground
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This is your chance to see a different side of Texas — art, science, history, and flavor all packed into one big day. We take it easy but make it count: one great museum, one solid Trail Partner lunch, and back to camp for evening vibes.
🧭 Plan:
Morning departure from campground at 10:00 AM
Head into the city to visit one of Houston’s standout museums:
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum of Fine Arts
Space Center Houston (optional switch if group prefers)
Group arrival, tour, and browse time
Lunch stop at a Trail Partner restaurant (BBQ, food hall, or Tex-Mex) around 1:30 PM
Return to camp by 3:00–3:30 PM for rest, laundry, naps, bikes, or solo time
🏕️ Evening at Camp:
Free time — cook dinner, order in, or join a low-key group fire
Optional:
Group hangout
In your RV Movie night
RV maintenance tips / Kala chill mode 🐾
📝 Final Notes for Day 8:
Today’s the kind of day that sneaks up on you — fun, low pressure, and full of little surprises. We touch the city, enjoy some food, and get back in time to remember why RV life is the best life.
Departure: ~10:00 AM
Return: ~3:00 PM
Evening: Free time at the campground
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This is your chance to see a different side of Texas — art, science, history, and flavor all packed into one big day. We take it easy but make it count: one great museum, one solid Trail Partner lunch, and back to camp for evening vibes.
🧭 Plan:
Morning departure from campground at 10:00 AM
Head into the city to visit one of Houston’s standout museums:
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Museum of Fine Arts
Space Center Houston (optional switch if group prefers)
Group arrival, tour, and browse time
Lunch stop at a Trail Partner restaurant (BBQ, food hall, or Tex-Mex) around 1:30 PM
Return to camp by 3:00–3:30 PM for rest, laundry, naps, bikes, or solo time
🏕️ Evening at Camp:
Free time — cook dinner, order in, or join a low-key group fire
Optional:
Group hangout
In your RV Movie night
RV maintenance tips / Kala chill mode 🐾
📝 Final Notes for Day 8:
Today’s the kind of day that sneaks up on you — fun, low pressure, and full of little surprises. We touch the city, enjoy some food, and get back in time to remember why RV life is the best life.
Day 9🚐 Route: Houston, TX → Lake Charles → Lafayette, LA
Distance: ~240 miles total
Drive Time: ~5 hrs total (split into two legs)
Departure: 9:30 AM
Lake Charles Stop: Midday BBQ
Arrival in Lafayette: ~5:00–6:00 PM (before dark)
🕖 Goal of the Day:
Today’s the glide — soft miles, big views, and a rolling transition from Texas BBQ into Louisiana bayou life. We break it up right: first half is food and lakeside chill, second half is settling in for what’s coming next.
🧭 Plan:
Morning: Depart Houston around 9:30 AM
Arrive at Lake Charles for lakeside BBQ lunch (around 12:30 PM)
Enjoy a few hours relaxing, snacking, and socializing
Fuel stop in Lake Charles before heading out
Afternoon: Roll into Trail Partner Campground near Lafayette around 5:30–6:00 PM
Arrive before dark
Unhook rigs, quick setup, dinner on your own or small group meal
🏕️ Evening Vibe:
Casual night — maybe a short walk, small fire, early rest
Remind folks: Gator tour kicks off early tomorrow! 🐊
📝 Final Notes for Day 9:
This is a soft landing kind of day. Just enough drive, just enough play. We cruise through the lake, the country, and into something a little wilder tomorrow. Welcome to deep Louisiana.
Drive Time: ~5 hrs total (split into two legs)
Departure: 9:30 AM
Lake Charles Stop: Midday BBQ
Arrival in Lafayette: ~5:00–6:00 PM (before dark)
🕖 Goal of the Day:
Today’s the glide — soft miles, big views, and a rolling transition from Texas BBQ into Louisiana bayou life. We break it up right: first half is food and lakeside chill, second half is settling in for what’s coming next.
🧭 Plan:
Morning: Depart Houston around 9:30 AM
Arrive at Lake Charles for lakeside BBQ lunch (around 12:30 PM)
Enjoy a few hours relaxing, snacking, and socializing
Fuel stop in Lake Charles before heading out
Afternoon: Roll into Trail Partner Campground near Lafayette around 5:30–6:00 PM
Arrive before dark
Unhook rigs, quick setup, dinner on your own or small group meal
🏕️ Evening Vibe:
Casual night — maybe a short walk, small fire, early rest
Remind folks: Gator tour kicks off early tomorrow! 🐊
📝 Final Notes for Day 9:
This is a soft landing kind of day. Just enough drive, just enough play. We cruise through the lake, the country, and into something a little wilder tomorrow. Welcome to deep Louisiana.
Day 10 🚐 Route: Lafayette → Alligator Tour → New Orleans, LA
Distance: ~140–160 miles total (with swamp detour)
Drive Time: ~3.5–4 hrs (including backroad travel)
Departure: 8:30 AM for tour
Arrival in NOLA campground: ~4:00–5:00 PM (easy setup evening)
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is the swamp day. The wild, fun, offbeat slice of Louisiana that makes you forget about hotels and highways. Then, after a muddy thrill and a plate of something spicy, we roll into New Orleans — slow, happy, and ready to close it out right.
🧭 Plan for the Day:
🌅 Morning: Alligator Tour
Depart campground by 8:30 AM
Trail Partner swamp tour (1–2 hours):
Boat ride through real bayou country
Gators, birds, maybe a turtle or two
Optional snacks/drinks after
Return to RVs around 11:30 AM
🥘 Lunch Stop (Optional):
Quick bite at a Trail Partner diner or gas-up and eat in the RV
🚐 Afternoon: Drive to New Orleans
Light drive (~2.5 hours) through scenic backroads or I-10
Cross over marshes, rivers, and raised highways
Arrive at New Orleans campground (Bayou Segnette or similar) by ~4:00–5:00 PM
🏕️ Evening at Camp:
Chill setup: unhook, slides out, deep breath
Optional group dinner or cookout
Maybe even a short Uber ride into town for those who want a preview
📝 Final Notes for Day 10:
We started the day in a swamp and ended it near jazz. That’s Trail South. It’s the contrast — the bite of the airboat followed by the calm of the river, the hot sun on your neck followed by the breeze coming off the Mississippi. Tomorrow we hit the Quarter. Tonight, we rest.
Drive Time: ~3.5–4 hrs (including backroad travel)
Departure: 8:30 AM for tour
Arrival in NOLA campground: ~4:00–5:00 PM (easy setup evening)
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is the swamp day. The wild, fun, offbeat slice of Louisiana that makes you forget about hotels and highways. Then, after a muddy thrill and a plate of something spicy, we roll into New Orleans — slow, happy, and ready to close it out right.
🧭 Plan for the Day:
🌅 Morning: Alligator Tour
Depart campground by 8:30 AM
Trail Partner swamp tour (1–2 hours):
Boat ride through real bayou country
Gators, birds, maybe a turtle or two
Optional snacks/drinks after
Return to RVs around 11:30 AM
🥘 Lunch Stop (Optional):
Quick bite at a Trail Partner diner or gas-up and eat in the RV
🚐 Afternoon: Drive to New Orleans
Light drive (~2.5 hours) through scenic backroads or I-10
Cross over marshes, rivers, and raised highways
Arrive at New Orleans campground (Bayou Segnette or similar) by ~4:00–5:00 PM
🏕️ Evening at Camp:
Chill setup: unhook, slides out, deep breath
Optional group dinner or cookout
Maybe even a short Uber ride into town for those who want a preview
📝 Final Notes for Day 10:
We started the day in a swamp and ended it near jazz. That’s Trail South. It’s the contrast — the bite of the airboat followed by the calm of the river, the hot sun on your neck followed by the breeze coming off the Mississippi. Tomorrow we hit the Quarter. Tonight, we rest.
Day 11🏙️ Location: New Orleans, LA - Explore NOLA
Driving: None
Departure: Whenever you’re ready to roll (streetcars are calling)
Evening: Optional group send-off dinner or solo explore
🕖 Goal for the Day:
Because it’s New Orleans — and Trail South doesn’t just drive through, we show up. This is your day to explore, eat, wander, and feel the soul of the city. Take a streetcar, ride a bike, sit with a beignet, or dance in the Quarter — this is the part you’ll remember forever.
🧭 Plan:
🌄 Morning:
Coffee at camp or local café
Optional: Trail South breakfast spread (pastries + strong chicory coffee)
Ride-share or streetcar into the French Quarter
🗺️ Midday Adventures:
Explore the French Quarter:
Jackson Square, local shops, historic homes
Live jazz on Royal or Frenchmen Street
Trail Partner Lunch Stop: Gumbo, po’ boys, or oysters
Optional: museum visit, garden district tour, or park ride
🌆 Evening Options:
Group Send-Off Dinner at a Trail Partner spot
OR: choose your own adventure
Late-night jazz bar, ghost tour, or quiet campfire back at base
🏕️ Campground Notes:
Laundry, final showers, gear check
Prepping to drop off RVs next morning
Charging devices, repacking, story-swapping
📝 Final Notes for Day 11:
You’ve driven deserts, seen stars over the bayou, eaten with strangers who became friends, and now… here you are. New Orleans, not as a tourist — but as a traveler. Welcome to the end of the road. You made it.
Departure: Whenever you’re ready to roll (streetcars are calling)
Evening: Optional group send-off dinner or solo explore
🕖 Goal for the Day:
Because it’s New Orleans — and Trail South doesn’t just drive through, we show up. This is your day to explore, eat, wander, and feel the soul of the city. Take a streetcar, ride a bike, sit with a beignet, or dance in the Quarter — this is the part you’ll remember forever.
🧭 Plan:
🌄 Morning:
Coffee at camp or local café
Optional: Trail South breakfast spread (pastries + strong chicory coffee)
Ride-share or streetcar into the French Quarter
🗺️ Midday Adventures:
Explore the French Quarter:
Jackson Square, local shops, historic homes
Live jazz on Royal or Frenchmen Street
Trail Partner Lunch Stop: Gumbo, po’ boys, or oysters
Optional: museum visit, garden district tour, or park ride
🌆 Evening Options:
Group Send-Off Dinner at a Trail Partner spot
OR: choose your own adventure
Late-night jazz bar, ghost tour, or quiet campfire back at base
🏕️ Campground Notes:
Laundry, final showers, gear check
Prepping to drop off RVs next morning
Charging devices, repacking, story-swapping
📝 Final Notes for Day 11:
You’ve driven deserts, seen stars over the bayou, eaten with strangers who became friends, and now… here you are. New Orleans, not as a tourist — but as a traveler. Welcome to the end of the road. You made it.
Day 12
🚐 Route: New Orleans, LA → Ocean Springs, MS → Dauphin Island, AL
Distance: ~190 miles total
Drive Time: ~4.5–5 hrs (with stops)
Departure: 9:30–10:00 AM
Arrival: ~6:00 PM
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This isn’t just a travel day — it’s a southern stroll. From New Orleans to a coastal hidden gem in Mississippi, then onto the quiet Gulf sands of Dauphin Island. It’s about the spaces between the big cities — and Ocean Springs brings out the soul of the coast.
🧭 Plan:
🌄 Morning:
Pack up and leave New Orleans campground by 9:30–10:00 AM
Enjoy a scenic drive east on I-10
Arrive in Ocean Springs around 12:30 PM
🛍️ Ocean Springs Midday Stop:
Lunch at a Trail Partner café or seafood shack downtown
Walk the quaint, walkable downtown
Art galleries, book shops, boutiques
Dog-friendly beach nearby for a Kala-approved pit stop 🐾
Plenty of on-street RV parking
🏝️ Afternoon:
Depart Ocean Springs ~3:30 PM
Cross into Alabama and arrive on Dauphin Island by ~6:00 PM
Set up camp and walk the beach at golden hour
🏕️ Campground Notes:
Simple, coastal spot with beach access
Quiet vibes, sea breeze, optional fish fry or cookout
Let the group reset and reconnect
📝 Final Notes for Day 12:
From the artsy streets of Ocean Springs to the wide open shore of Dauphin Island, today is about slowing down and soaking it in. This is the South few people take the time to know — and that’s exactly why you’re here
Drive Time: ~4.5–5 hrs (with stops)
Departure: 9:30–10:00 AM
Arrival: ~6:00 PM
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This isn’t just a travel day — it’s a southern stroll. From New Orleans to a coastal hidden gem in Mississippi, then onto the quiet Gulf sands of Dauphin Island. It’s about the spaces between the big cities — and Ocean Springs brings out the soul of the coast.
🧭 Plan:
🌄 Morning:
Pack up and leave New Orleans campground by 9:30–10:00 AM
Enjoy a scenic drive east on I-10
Arrive in Ocean Springs around 12:30 PM
🛍️ Ocean Springs Midday Stop:
Lunch at a Trail Partner café or seafood shack downtown
Walk the quaint, walkable downtown
Art galleries, book shops, boutiques
Dog-friendly beach nearby for a Kala-approved pit stop 🐾
Plenty of on-street RV parking
🏝️ Afternoon:
Depart Ocean Springs ~3:30 PM
Cross into Alabama and arrive on Dauphin Island by ~6:00 PM
Set up camp and walk the beach at golden hour
🏕️ Campground Notes:
Simple, coastal spot with beach access
Quiet vibes, sea breeze, optional fish fry or cookout
Let the group reset and reconnect
📝 Final Notes for Day 12:
From the artsy streets of Ocean Springs to the wide open shore of Dauphin Island, today is about slowing down and soaking it in. This is the South few people take the time to know — and that’s exactly why you’re here
Day 13
🏝️ Location: Full Day on Dauphin Island, AL
Driving: Optional (some may explore Mobile)
Main Activity: Relax. Walk. Aquarium. Beach. Just be.
Departure: None today — stay as long as the sun's out
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is what most road trips forget to include: space. You’re not unpacking or packing. You’re not going anywhere. You’re just here — and this little island has more than enough to fill your soul back up.
🧭 Plan:
☀️ Morning:
Slow breakfast at camp
Optional bike cruise or walk along the coast
Visit the Alabama Aquarium (included entry for all guests!)
Walkable from the campground
Indoor/outdoor exhibits, sea life, and Gulf ecology
Great option for kids, couples, and curious minds
🌊 Midday Options:
Beach day with optional provided chairs/towels
Grab lunch at a Trail Partner seafood shack nearby
Group game: beach frisbee, cornhole, or sand sculpting competition
Or: nap, journal, sketch, shell-hunt... up to you
🌆 Evening:
Optional ride into Mobile for sightseeing, shopping, or dinner
Or: cookout at camp and quiet sunset
Final beach fire before heading inland tomorrow
🐾 Kala-Approved Highlights:
Dog-friendly beaches
Plenty of nature walks and space to roam... gold cart friendly streets.
Bonus points if someone packs dog treats for the group pup(s)
📝 Final Notes for Day 13:
The miles will return soon — but today isn’t about motion. It’s about presence. That sun on your face, that slow walk to the aquarium, that seafood you’ll still be thinking about in three states. This is the kind of day that Trail South was made for.
Main Activity: Relax. Walk. Aquarium. Beach. Just be.
Departure: None today — stay as long as the sun's out
🕖 Goal for the Day
This is what most road trips forget to include: space. You’re not unpacking or packing. You’re not going anywhere. You’re just here — and this little island has more than enough to fill your soul back up.
🧭 Plan:
☀️ Morning:
Slow breakfast at camp
Optional bike cruise or walk along the coast
Visit the Alabama Aquarium (included entry for all guests!)
Walkable from the campground
Indoor/outdoor exhibits, sea life, and Gulf ecology
Great option for kids, couples, and curious minds
🌊 Midday Options:
Beach day with optional provided chairs/towels
Grab lunch at a Trail Partner seafood shack nearby
Group game: beach frisbee, cornhole, or sand sculpting competition
Or: nap, journal, sketch, shell-hunt... up to you
🌆 Evening:
Optional ride into Mobile for sightseeing, shopping, or dinner
Or: cookout at camp and quiet sunset
Final beach fire before heading inland tomorrow
🐾 Kala-Approved Highlights:
Dog-friendly beaches
Plenty of nature walks and space to roam... gold cart friendly streets.
Bonus points if someone packs dog treats for the group pup(s)
📝 Final Notes for Day 13:
The miles will return soon — but today isn’t about motion. It’s about presence. That sun on your face, that slow walk to the aquarium, that seafood you’ll still be thinking about in three states. This is the kind of day that Trail South was made for.
Day 14
🚐 Route: Dauphin Island → Auburn, AL
Distance: ~225 miles
Drive Time: ~5 hrs
Departure: ~10:00 AM
Arrival: ~3:30–4:00 PM (with stop)
🕖 Goal for the Day
We’re leaving the coast behind and heading inland, through small towns, forests, and college-country energy. Auburn gives us a clean, comfortable overnight stop before the final push into Atlanta. Think: shady trees, quiet trails, and maybe a Trail Partner BBQ dinner to wind down.
🧭 Plan:
☀️ Morning:
Easy morning on Dauphin Island
Breakfast at camp, final beach walk
Pull out by 10:00 AM
🚐 Afternoon Drive:
Scenic cruise north along US-231 and I-85
Fuel + lunch stop near Troy or Montgomery
Arrive at campground near Auburn by ~4:00 PM
🏕️ Campground Options:
Chewacla State Park – wooded, lakeside, peaceful
Full hookups available, short trails, beautiful trees
Optional group fire or solo chill time
🌆 Evening:
Optional dinner in downtown Auburn (Trail Partner spot)
Or: campsite meal, walk the lakeshore, early night
Final prep for tomorrow’s drive to Atlanta
📝 Final Notes for Day 14:
This stop gives the trip space to breathe again — a quiet evening under Alabama trees before you roll into the bright hum of Atlanta. Enjoy the stillness. We’re almost there.
Drive Time: ~5 hrs
Departure: ~10:00 AM
Arrival: ~3:30–4:00 PM (with stop)
🕖 Goal for the Day
We’re leaving the coast behind and heading inland, through small towns, forests, and college-country energy. Auburn gives us a clean, comfortable overnight stop before the final push into Atlanta. Think: shady trees, quiet trails, and maybe a Trail Partner BBQ dinner to wind down.
🧭 Plan:
☀️ Morning:
Easy morning on Dauphin Island
Breakfast at camp, final beach walk
Pull out by 10:00 AM
🚐 Afternoon Drive:
Scenic cruise north along US-231 and I-85
Fuel + lunch stop near Troy or Montgomery
Arrive at campground near Auburn by ~4:00 PM
🏕️ Campground Options:
Chewacla State Park – wooded, lakeside, peaceful
Full hookups available, short trails, beautiful trees
Optional group fire or solo chill time
🌆 Evening:
Optional dinner in downtown Auburn (Trail Partner spot)
Or: campsite meal, walk the lakeshore, early night
Final prep for tomorrow’s drive to Atlanta
📝 Final Notes for Day 14:
This stop gives the trip space to breathe again — a quiet evening under Alabama trees before you roll into the bright hum of Atlanta. Enjoy the stillness. We’re almost there.
Day 15
🚐 Route: Auburn → Atlanta, GA
Distance: ~110 miles
Drive Time: ~2.5–3 hrs (with city slowdown)
Departure: ~9:30 AM
Arrival at Campground: ~12:30 PM
Downtown Visit: Afternoon
🕖 Goal for the Day:
From shrimp boats and gator swamps to whale sharks and skyscrapers — this is the big-city bow on your Southern journey. Atlanta hits fast and loud, but it’s also home to one of the greatest aquariums in the world and a rich, real slice of modern Southern life.
🧭 Plan:
🌄 Morning:
Pack up in Auburn and roll out by 9:30 AM
Light drive into Georgia (grab breakfast or snacks en route)
Arrive at campground near Atlanta (Stone Mountain or South Atlanta preferred for parking space)
🌆 Afternoon in Downtown ATL:
Georgia Aquarium Entry Included
Guests park RVs and unhook trucks if confident
Recommended: Use Trail South-coordinated Uber/Lyft rides into the city
Parking downtown is tight, traffic is real, and ATL rideshare is… let’s say culturally immersive 😅
It’s part of the story now
Optional Stops Nearby:
Centennial Olympic Park
Civil Rights Museum
Coca-Cola World
Ponce City Market (for the foodies)
🐋 Georgia Aquarium Highlights:
Whale sharks, giant manta rays, penguins, walk-through tunnels
Massive, cool, and totally mind-blowing — a perfect “wow” moment to end the trip
Return to camp via ride-share or group coordination
🌌 Evening:
Group dinner optional (partner restaurant or last camp cookout)
Final night hang: fire pit, music, maybe even a little slideshow from the road
Everyone’s earned their soft landing
📝 Final Notes for Day 15:
The road ends here, but you’ll carry it with you — from the calm of the bayou to the pulse of Atlanta streets. You didn’t just cross states. You found something bigger in the little stops, shared miles, and slow mornings. That’s what Trail South was always about.
Drive Time: ~2.5–3 hrs (with city slowdown)
Departure: ~9:30 AM
Arrival at Campground: ~12:30 PM
Downtown Visit: Afternoon
🕖 Goal for the Day:
From shrimp boats and gator swamps to whale sharks and skyscrapers — this is the big-city bow on your Southern journey. Atlanta hits fast and loud, but it’s also home to one of the greatest aquariums in the world and a rich, real slice of modern Southern life.
🧭 Plan:
🌄 Morning:
Pack up in Auburn and roll out by 9:30 AM
Light drive into Georgia (grab breakfast or snacks en route)
Arrive at campground near Atlanta (Stone Mountain or South Atlanta preferred for parking space)
🌆 Afternoon in Downtown ATL:
Georgia Aquarium Entry Included
Guests park RVs and unhook trucks if confident
Recommended: Use Trail South-coordinated Uber/Lyft rides into the city
Parking downtown is tight, traffic is real, and ATL rideshare is… let’s say culturally immersive 😅
It’s part of the story now
Optional Stops Nearby:
Centennial Olympic Park
Civil Rights Museum
Coca-Cola World
Ponce City Market (for the foodies)
🐋 Georgia Aquarium Highlights:
Whale sharks, giant manta rays, penguins, walk-through tunnels
Massive, cool, and totally mind-blowing — a perfect “wow” moment to end the trip
Return to camp via ride-share or group coordination
🌌 Evening:
Group dinner optional (partner restaurant or last camp cookout)
Final night hang: fire pit, music, maybe even a little slideshow from the road
Everyone’s earned their soft landing
📝 Final Notes for Day 15:
The road ends here, but you’ll carry it with you — from the calm of the bayou to the pulse of Atlanta streets. You didn’t just cross states. You found something bigger in the little stops, shared miles, and slow mornings. That’s what Trail South was always about.
Day 16 🏙️ Location: Full Atlanta, GA
Driving: Optional truck use
Events: Georgia Aquarium + group meal + farewell fire
Driving: Optional
Events: Georgia Aquarium + group meal + farewell fire
Departure: Day 18
🕖 Goal of the Day:
You didn’t drive 2,000+ miles just to dip in and out of a city. This is the slow goodbye. A day to reflect, laugh, gawk at some whale sharks, and eat one last great meal with the people you shared the road with. It’s the trailhead of whatever comes next.
🧭 Plan:
🐋 Morning: Georgia Aquarium Experience
Depart camp by 9:00 AM
Trail South-arranged Uber/Lyft into downtown
Aquarium entry included
Whale sharks, manta rays, jelly tunnels, sea otters
Add-on option: behind-the-scenes tour or 4D theater
🥘 Afternoon:
Group lunch or early dinner at a Trail Partner restaurant
Think: rooftop views, Southern fusion, or funky ATL staple
Optional: guest toast or highlight stories from the trail
Return to camp mid-evening
🔥 Evening Farewell Fire:
Final campfire hang with music, s’mores, and thank-you's
“Best moment of the trip” share
Quiet or laughter — both hit
📝 Final Notes for Day 16:
You came as travelers. You leave as part of something. These trails will stay with you — in photos, playlists, smells, stories. The South isn’t behind you now. It’s in you. And we’ll be here when you’re ready for the next ride.
Events: Georgia Aquarium + group meal + farewell fire
Departure: Day 18
🕖 Goal of the Day:
You didn’t drive 2,000+ miles just to dip in and out of a city. This is the slow goodbye. A day to reflect, laugh, gawk at some whale sharks, and eat one last great meal with the people you shared the road with. It’s the trailhead of whatever comes next.
🧭 Plan:
🐋 Morning: Georgia Aquarium Experience
Depart camp by 9:00 AM
Trail South-arranged Uber/Lyft into downtown
Aquarium entry included
Whale sharks, manta rays, jelly tunnels, sea otters
Add-on option: behind-the-scenes tour or 4D theater
🥘 Afternoon:
Group lunch or early dinner at a Trail Partner restaurant
Think: rooftop views, Southern fusion, or funky ATL staple
Optional: guest toast or highlight stories from the trail
Return to camp mid-evening
🔥 Evening Farewell Fire:
Final campfire hang with music, s’mores, and thank-you's
“Best moment of the trip” share
Quiet or laughter — both hit
📝 Final Notes for Day 16:
You came as travelers. You leave as part of something. These trails will stay with you — in photos, playlists, smells, stories. The South isn’t behind you now. It’s in you. And we’ll be here when you’re ready for the next ride.
Day 17
🚙 Departures: Atlanta, GA
Event: RV drop-off + guest transport
Drive Time: Minimal
Departure Window: Based on flight/train schedules
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This isn’t just a goodbye. It’s a hand-off to whatever’s next. We’re not rushing. No alarms. Just coffee, hugs, and your Trail South crew making sure you get where you need to go — physically and emotionally.
🧭 Plan:
☕ Morning:
Casual breakfast at camp (Trail South light spread or BYO)
Last walk, last gear check, last coffee in your favorite mug
RV/truck final walkthrough if needed
🚐 RV/Truck Drop-Off:
Designated drop site or back at camp depending on logistics
Trash out, slides in, gear stowed
Trail South handles the rest
🚙 Guest Transport (Included):
Uber/Lyft pickups coordinated by Trail South
Drop-offs to:
Atlanta Airport (ATL)
Amtrak Station (Downtown ATL)
Or local hotel/home, based on request
🎁 Optional Extras:
Digital group photo album
📝 Final Notes for Day 17:
The road ends today, but the story doesn’t. You were part of something — not a tour, a trail. And out there, somewhere between BBQ and beach fire, you found something real. We’ll be here when you’re ready to ride again.
Drive Time: Minimal
Departure Window: Based on flight/train schedules
🕖 Goal for the Day:
This isn’t just a goodbye. It’s a hand-off to whatever’s next. We’re not rushing. No alarms. Just coffee, hugs, and your Trail South crew making sure you get where you need to go — physically and emotionally.
🧭 Plan:
☕ Morning:
Casual breakfast at camp (Trail South light spread or BYO)
Last walk, last gear check, last coffee in your favorite mug
RV/truck final walkthrough if needed
🚐 RV/Truck Drop-Off:
Designated drop site or back at camp depending on logistics
Trash out, slides in, gear stowed
Trail South handles the rest
🚙 Guest Transport (Included):
Uber/Lyft pickups coordinated by Trail South
Drop-offs to:
Atlanta Airport (ATL)
Amtrak Station (Downtown ATL)
Or local hotel/home, based on request
🎁 Optional Extras:
Digital group photo album
📝 Final Notes for Day 17:
The road ends today, but the story doesn’t. You were part of something — not a tour, a trail. And out there, somewhere between BBQ and beach fire, you found something real. We’ll be here when you’re ready to ride again.
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