Things To Do On An Elkhart to Los Angeles Roadtrip

Things To Do On An Elkhart to Los Angeles Roadtrip

Small towns, route 66 attractions and natural beauty - this route has it all! Drive from Elkhart to LA from only $1 per day in a brand new RV straight from the factory floor. Here's our itinerary so you can start planning your budget roadtrip 🚐

Day 1: Elkhart > Springfield

Drive Time: ~4.5 hrs

Stops:

• Optional break in Champaign for lunch or groceries

• In Springfield: Visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library or walk the Old State Capitol

Overnight: Springfield RV park or campground

Day 2: Springfield > St Louis > Cuba

Drive Time: ~3.5 hrs

Stops:

• Morning: Quick walk around Gateway Arch

• Optional: City Museum or Forest Park

• Scenic Route 66 detour to Cuba, MO – cool murals and small-town charm

Overnight: RV park near Cuba, MO

Day 3: Cuba > Tulsa

Drive Time: ~5 hrs

Stops:

• Route 66 stops like Meramec Caverns or Devil’s Elbow

• Grab a bite at Pops 66 Soda Ranch in Arcadia

• Walk through downtown Tulsa or relax at Gathering Place

Overnight: Tulsa RV park

Day 4: Tulsa > Amarillo > Santa Rosa

Drive Time: ~6.5 hrs

Stops:

• Midday break at Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo

• Optional: Dinner or Route 66 stop in Tucumcari

Overnight: Santa Rosa RV campground (check out Blue Hole if you want a swim!)

Day 5: Santa Rosa > Santa Fe > Petrified Forest > Holbrook

Drive Time: ~6 hrs

Stops:

• Morning in Santa Fe (coffee, plaza stroll)

• Scenic drive into Arizona

• Afternoon visit to Petrified Forest National Park

Overnight: Holbrook (Wigwam Motel or nearby RV park)

Day 6: Holbrook > Sedona > Kingman

Drive Time: ~5.5 hrs

Stops:

• Morning in Sedona for red rock views (or a short hike)

• Cruise old Route 66 through Seligman

• Arrive in Kingman for a relaxed night

Overnight: Kingman RV park

Day 7: Kingman > Joshua Tree National Park

Drive Time: ~4.5 hrs

Stops:

• Stop at Oatman, AZ (wild burros, Old West vibes)

• Late afternoon arrival at Joshua Tree for a sunset walk or stargazing

Overnight: Joshua Tree or Yucca Valley RV park

Day 8: Joshua Tree > Los Angeles

Drive Time: ~2.5 hrs

Stops:

• Optional breakfast or brunch in Palm Springs

• Arrive in LA

  • Ideas: once you've dropped off your RV head to Santa Monica or Griffith Observatory

After crossing 8 states you've finally arrived in LA!