Road trips can be extremely fun when you arrive at your destination. But what about the times when you’re not close to where you’re stopping, or you need a break from the monotony of driving?
The good news is that there are many things you can do when on the road, and pit stops along the way can make the journey just as fun as the destinations you’re planning to stop at. Let’s take a look.
Farmers Markets
A good farmers’ market is the fastest way to get a good feel for wherever you are. The entire operation will display the local produce, the food stalls will share with you the foods on offer and types of businesses you can expect to find, and it’ll give you a much better idea of the local area.
For the most part, farmers’ markets generally tend to run on weekend mornings, but this isn’t a hard and fast rule. But they don’t always appear in guidebooks, so you need to do your research ahead of time to get it right, so you can stop by and have a look at what is on offer as you pass through or before you move on from a place.
State Parks
State parks are always worth stopping for. They’re also worth driving a little out of your way for, too. American state parks are well-maintained, genuinely spectacular locations, and are usually less crowded than the national parks adjacent to them. You don’t even need a full day if you can’t spare it; a few hours, a quick hike to stretch your legs, or just taking in the views can be more than enough before you get back on your way.
For added effect, try to find a full hook-up RV site close to a state park so you can extend your visit if you wish and break up the day more easily.
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