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The Scenic San Francisco to New York Tour (Part III)

Estimated Travel Period: 27 Days, about 50 hours
Estimated Travel Distance: 2,977 miles

North Platte to Omaha
Omaha to Omaha
Omaha to Des Moines
Des Moines to Des Moines
Des Moines to Marseilles
Marseilles to Marseilles
Marseilles to Toledo

Best Time To Travel

Your best bets would be from September to November. Mid-Spring to mid-Autumn (April to October) are the most popular times to visit the national parks. As you'll be spending plenty of time outdoors, make sure you have a sun hat, sunglasses and plenty of sunblock for your trip. We'll help you prepare with A Guide To Packing For Your US Self-Drive Holiday.

Journey from the West Coast all the way to the East Coast, taking stops in the beautiful states in between and enjoying a true outdoor adventure. Get to see the best of California, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio and Pennsylvania before taking a bite of the Big Apple.
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Day 15 North Platte to Omaha

Estimated Travel Period: about 4 hours 25 mins
Estimated Travel Distance:276 miles

Experience the island of Madagascar in the middle of Nebraska at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium or you can take a walk along the riverfront of the Heartland of America Park. This 31-acre park is conveniently located in downtown Omaha

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Recommended Campgrounds

Glenn Cunningham Lake Campground

Day 16 Omaha

Estimated Travel Period: 12 minutes
Estimated Travel Distance:4.6 miles

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Learn about the history of Omaha at the Durham Museum or find an amazing collection of classic and modern art at the Joslyn Art Museum.

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Recommended Campgrounds

Glenn Cunningham Lake Campground

Day 17 Omaha to Des Moines

Estimated Travel Period: about 2 hours 20 mins
Estimated Travel Distance:140 miles

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Everyone will appreciate the architectural beauty, historic significance and lovely displays of the Iowa State Capitol.

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Recommended Campgrounds

Beaver Lake Campground

Day 18 Des Moines

Estimated Travel Period: 8 minutes
Estimated Travel Distance:2.1 miles

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Pappajohn Sculpture Park has 27 amazing artworks, including the 12 foot tall “White Ghost” by Yoshitomo Nara and Jaume Plensa's alphabet sculpture “Nomade.”

Recommended Campgrounds

Beaver Lake Campground

Day 19 Des Moines to Marseilles

Estimated Travel Period: 4 hours 35 mins
Estimated Travel Distance:275 miles

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Fish for bass, carp or crappie at the Illinois River when you visit Illini State Park.

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Day 20 Marseilles

Estimated Travel Period: 11 minutes
Estimated Travel Distance:5.6 miles

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Keep an eye out for deer, turkeys and squirrels at the Marseilles State Fish and Wildlife Area.

Recommended Campgrounds

Troll Hollow

Day 21 Marseilles to Toledo

Estimated Travel Period: about 5 hours
Estimated Travel Distance:295 miles

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Spend your first day at one of Toledo's Metroparks. It's a perfect place to relax and spend a quiet afternoon after a long drive. Be sure to check out Toledo Metro Parks website for recent activities and events available in the area.

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