Trip Information
Number of Nights: 13
Seasons: Late May – Early October
Start / End: San Francisco
Average Price: $8500
Detailed Itinerary
Start: San Francisco, CA
Begin your trip in the City by the Bay. Learn more about San Francisco.
San Francisco to Coloma: 135 miles
1 night Coloma, CA
To take on the Ultimate Sierra road trip, you will leave San Francisco and start with one night at Coloma, where you can immerse yourself in Gold Rush history. As the epicenter of the California Gold Rush, Coloma is now known for its great whitewater rafting. Learn more about Coloma, CA.
Coloma to Lake Tahoe: 75 miles
3 nights Lake Tahoe
Next, it is off to Lake Tahoe for three nights; as the largest Alpine lake in North America, there are a plethora of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Learn more about Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe to Mammoth: 140 miles
2 nights Eastern Sierras
From here, you will drive to the epicenter of the Eastern Sierras. Visit Mono Lake, the Devils Postpile, or seek out the multiple natural hot springs. This area is an often overlooked gem of California. Learn more about the Eastern Sierras. Learn more about Eastern Sierras.
Mammoth to Yosemite: 100 miles
3 nights Yosemite National Park
The Sierras area is often defined by the granite peaks, amazing valley alpine lakes that make up Yosemite. Spend two full days exploring the vistas, waterfalls and hikes that make this National Park so famous. Learn more about Yosemite National Park. Learn more about Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite to Kings Canyon: 155 miles
1 night Kings Canyon National Park
Afterward, it is off to the sister parks of Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. You will spend one night in Kings Canyon and two nights in Sequoia. While similar, these parks each offer unique scenery and memorable experiences with one of the main highlights being to walk amongst the giant Sequoia trees. Learn more about Kings Canyon National Park.
Kings Canyon to Sequoia: 30 miles
2 nights Sequoia National Park
Afterward, it is off to the sister parks of Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. You will spend one night in Kings Canyon and two nights in Sequoia. While similar, these parks each offer unique scenery and memorable experiences with one of the main highlights being to walk amongst the giant Sequoia trees. Learn more about Sequoia National Park.
Sequoia to Bay Area: 240 miles
1 night Bay Area
Lastly, you will spend a night in the Bay Area after heading through the heartland of California, the Central Valley. Spend your last night in the Bay Area before you return your RV the following morning. Learn more about San Francisco.