An "Older" Newbie

[On-The-Road]

Greetings fellow travelers:
I was on this FORUM a few years ago, but got too busy and forgot all about it. Now, having been retired for about a year, I have the time again to 'visit' and share/learn RVing knowledge.
My bride and I are contemplating a trip to OK from Eastern Panhandle of WV. We expect to travel in the spring and probably will take a more southern route in order to avoid mountains and too much traffic.
Suggestions coveted for places to visit, good, clean quiet campgrounds along the way, etc.
Thanks!

[Bob Denman]

Welcome back!
Congratulations on finally winning the rat race!

[saddlesore]

I-68 w,I-79s,I-64w,I-24w/n,I-155 w/s,I-55s,I-40 w. into OK.
On the western half of the US.. If it doesn't have snow on it over the 4th of July...it is Just a hill....

[On-The-Road]

We prefer our travel to include NO INTERSTATES unless absolutely necessary...

[lwmcguire]

Welcome and enjoy the back roads

You might enjoy Hi-Way 36, lots of old towns and mostly Ag communities

[paulwadley]

Welcome and enjoy retirement. Take your time on every trip and see the sights along the way.


Paul

[coachray]

Welcome back to the forum

[rudyhehn]

--There is a nice campground in the Spring Creek area just East of OK City. Be sure to visit the OK City bombing memorial , very moving. There is a river tour that is fun in the downtown area.
--The Huntsville SPace Center has a non-scenic but convenient campground and the museum is great.
---Land Between the Lakes in KY is beautiful,. We stayed at the Energy Lake campground. Pretty.

[paulwadley]

If by chance you go into Kentucky, Big Bone Lick State Park has a lot to offer motor homes. It is reasonable to stay at($25.00 night) with water and electric. They have a dump station on site. There is a museum that is free and they have live Bison roaming the fenced in grounds.

Paul

[ducksface]

Bennet Springs MO.

[Thomas M]

Originally Posted by ducksface

Bennet Springs MO.

Good luck on your trip and have fun. Btw do you know any Mauk’s up your way

[Lt Keefer]

Can't really suggest a route that is not interstate, but there is a lot to do in the Pigeon Forge area of East Tennessee. The OKC area also has a lot to do. It is a large area with many suburbs and lots of attraction like golf, zoo, botanical gardens, amusement park, western heritage. Spring Creek Park need Edmond is okay as a base.

[vkb]

Originally Posted by On-The-Road

We prefer our travel to include NO INTERSTATES unless absolutely necessary...

WE agree with you ! A lot depends on what you want to see on the way ! You have enough time to GOOGLE your route on Google Maps...then, decide how many hours a day you want to drive...then, once you set a destination for that day...look on the map and see what is available to see...I am the map reader for us...I rely on Google maps (we have a Garmin RV)...If we have a particular destination in mind, I will order from the State Chamber of Commerce a packet...I have, also, visited the States online to see what is neat...YOU must decide which States you want to travel through...looks like you might go through Kentucky...Louisville is a neat city..wineries in the area .. good food...for instance....TRIP PLANNER...take a look !

[Mr Sunshine]

Welcome back! If you want to avoid mountain roads, part of your trip will include interstates. You'll have an epic trip if you aren't in a hurry.

[paulwadley]

If you go through Louisville stop at the Louisville Slugger Bat Company. Hopefully they have their tours still running.

Paul