If you are going on an American cross-country road trip, regardless of whether your destination is Yellowstone or perhaps the Grand Canyon on the opposite side, i.e. route, there is a great choice of stops that people will recommend to you along with stops to avoid.
However, if you are interested in a more adventurous approach to your next road trip, make sure to check out our list of newly discovered places for road trips in America.
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- Shoshone Falls, Twin Falls, Idaho
- Perrine Bridge, Jerome, Idaho
- Petrified Forest National Park, Apache and Navajo Counties, Arizona
- The Mississippi Gulf Coast
- National Museum of the US Air Force, Dayton, Ohio
- Livingston, Montana
- Voyageurs National Park, International Falls, Minnesota
- Palouse Falls State Park, Washington
- Bend, Oregon
- Mendocino, California
- Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas
Shoshone Falls, Twin Falls, Idaho
This incredible waterfall is larger than Niagara Falls.
It is located on the Snake River and offers many spectacular views from the cliffs from where you can see the falls and enjoy the breathtaking experience.
Perrine Bridge, Jerome, Idaho
The Perrine Bridge is located at just a few minutes walk from Shoshone Falls and it the only bridge in the States where people can base jump legally.
Save some time to enjoy the sunset from the canyon and the view of the Snake River.
You can find this stop if you take the southern route and enjoy the colorful rock terrain and rock formations in the park that look unbelievable.
You will feel like on a set of a “Star Wars” film!
The Mississippi Gulf Coast
Take some time off the road and enjoy this amazing beach near a few charming, quiet towns by the coast where you can try some of their restaurants that serve local seafood and often include live concerts.
National Museum of the US Air Force, Dayton, Ohio
The National Museum of the US Air Force, Dayton, Ohio has over 360 aircrafts and missiles on display which makes it a popular destination for aircraft experts and aircraft devotees.
The museum will offer you a deep view into history- you can see spy planes, bombers from the Second World War, and a presidential aircraft.
Livingston, Montana
Livingston is one of the most fun places in Montana.
This city bridges the Old West vibe and a new modern atmosphere that nourishes creative travelers.
It is located in the middle of the Paradise Valley and right above the river at the opening of Yellowstone, embraced by marvelous peaks.
It is not only the main place for outdoor activities but also a sort of an art residence for artists like Russell Chatham and Jim Harrison.
Take some time to enjoy the art galleries and the cultural spots in the heart of the city.
Voyageurs National Park, International Falls, Minnesota
The Voyageurs National Park is located in the northmost region of Minnesota in the national park that is starting to get more and more popular.
You should bear in mind that accessibility is quite difficult in this place and a big part of the park can be reached only by boat or a snowmobile in the winter.
Nevertheless, this challenge is totally worth it as you’ll get a chance to go adventuring on hiking trails of over 50 miles.
A perfect place for all outdoor activity enthusiasts!
Palouse Falls State Park, Washington
This beautiful canyon is an example that proves that the Pacific Northwest has a lot to offer when it comes to visiting the canyons in the US.
Sasquatch Music Festival is one of its promoters in northern Washington which made it popular among the wide public.
It is located in the southern part of the state, at the gateway of the Snake River.
The national park Palouse Falls offers a wide range of natural beauty, including the falls of the Snake River which will make you feel like you have gone on a road trip in Iceland.
Bend, Oregon
Bend is a wonderful place that merges nature with the community and its culture.
It has an abundance of forest areas, hiking trails, the Deschutes River, skiing and snowboarding trails on Mount Bachelor which prove this place to be one of the most active and beautiful places in the U.S.
Our tip is to visit the shops and the restaurants in the center of the city and explore the plethora of breweries.
Mendocino, California
If you are up for an unexplored yet extremely beautiful state region, make sure to head north in California and visit the Bay Area.
The cities by the coast- Fort Bragg, Eureka, and Mendocino keep clean and mesmerizing beaches, with Mendocino on top of them all due to its incredibly beautiful scenery.
The Big River Beach at the Headlands State park of Mendocino provides the best coastline views embellished by ancient architecture that have placed Mendocino as a historic place on the National Register.
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas
The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas is a project of enthusiasm of the Walton family who created beautiful pavilions surrounded by ponds that make this astonishing museum.
The art collection is mainly focused on American art and has works of Jackson Pollack, Norman Rockwell, Andy Warhol, etc.
In the last decades, the museum has offered auctions where paintings by Warhol, for example, reached the price of 57 million dollars per piece.
Crystal Bridges is perfect for travelers who have yet not heard of or experienced this gem destination.
I never would have thought of visiting Shoshone Falls or the Crystal Bridges Museum. Thanks!