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Oct 13th, 2025 | 04:55 PM

#101

Cherthor

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Originally Posted by Tdiddy12

Final Thoughts
4,122 miles, 3 States, 51 days, 12 Campgroundsa, 4 Worldmarks and a hotel. What a trip, days were lost, I mean we lived them but didn't always know which day it was. By and by we had a lot of sunshine which was a surprise and a relief at the same time, especially when camping. We saw so much water, in every natural form, from the ocean to the smallest trickle of a creek. We started with a wonderful family get together and then met so many good people on the road. Heard a lot music, ate a lot of food and saw a lot of trees. Came away with the realization that Washington is one of the most beautiful states we've had the pleasure to visit. It's good to be home... because we have to start planning for Mexico in December! Then Japan next spring. I will be on the Forum asking everyone questions. Thanks for coming along on the ride. See ya' next time.

Tdiddy12 Wow! What a wonderful van camping trip. I have been wanting to do van camping since 2020. I think it is not too late for me to plan one after reading your report. Thanks for all the tips to wander around the state parks and The Olympic National Park.
Happy Travels!

Oct 14th, 2025 | 06:41 AM

#102

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Tdiddy12 Thank you for such a marvelous trip report, capping with the backstory of Santa Cruz. Looking forward to your next adventures, and I hope you can take advantage of gardyloo's suggestion of a RTW ticket!

Oct 19th, 2025 | 10:14 AM

#103

Tdiddy12

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Cherthor - I have been fortunate in my life to do some travel, but I have never been so free as to when I pull out of my driveway, with the van packed, some traveling tunes and I'm headed out. I recommend it for everyone!