Road Trip From Las Vegas To Glacier National Park In Montana

Las Vegas to Glacier National Park, Montana

Flying to your destination is definitely faster, but think of the family bonding time and scenery you miss along the way. Not to mention, flying during the pandemic is kind of risky endeavor, as it puts you in contact with many people. That is why Airport Van Rental has been showcasing some amazing road trip journeys from our locations to some amazing sites of natural wonder. Road trips used to be a family staple and AVR wants to help bring that tradition back. The destinations are hand-picked to not only offer amazing family fun options, but safe social distancing options as well. Road trips are also proven to help build family bonding and make the entire journey more memorable. Together we can get through this and AVR is here to help. AVR, because the journey should be just as fun as the destination.

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St. George, Utah: An unearthed gem of natural beauty and wonder

1 hour 51 minutes, 120 miles from downtown Las Vegas via 1-15N

The first stop on this epic journey is a diamond in the rough in terms of natural beauty and family fun. St. George, Utah has something for the whole family. Feed your family’s adventurous spirit by exploring nearby trails and desert gardens. If something laid back is more your style, the city offers some amazing monuments and museums. There is even a Children’s Museum so the younger kids aren’t left out on any of the fun! Lodging for any budget is available within the city, so the family can stay the night if they don’t want the fun to end too soon. Our friends at gas buddy have you covered with some cheap fuel options, so you can restock and refuel without breaking the bank. Since part of the road trip experience is sampling food along the way, be sure to check out these local favorites. This stop won’t disappoint and will set the tone for the rest of this amazing journey that AVR is handcrafting for your family’s enjoyment. We know how important every leg of the journey is and AVR has your back.

 

Salt Lake City, Utah: A can’t miss experience

6 hours 9 minutes, 422 miles if coming from downtown Las Vegas via 1-15N

4 hours 18 minutes, 302 miles if coming from St. George, our previous suggested stop

Our next stop still keeps the Utah fun going, but brings the family to a vast city packed with outdoor activities and family fun. Salt Lake City is teeming with activities the entire family can enjoy and even offers a blast from the past Dad and Mom can get behind. Salt Lake City is one of only 15 places that offers a drive-in movie. Dad and Mom can reminisce about the old days, while the kids stay entertained. For those families that can’t get enough of outdoor activities, be sure to check out the salt flats, Red Butte Gardens, Grandeur Peak, and more. If your journey is more of a romantic or adult getaway, there is local wine tasting and breweries for adult fun. Various lodging options are available for any budget and gas buddy has you covered for some cheap refuel options. Be sure to check out great local food options as well before heading back out on the road. Salt Lake City is a staple for any road trip and travel blogs agree. AVR is dedicated to picking stops and destinations that are guaranteed to keep the family fun alive. Every stretch of the journey matters to AVR because your family fun and safety matters.

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana: Relaxing environment for some R&R

11 hours 8 minutes, 775 miles if coming from downtown Las Vegas via I-15

4 hours 59 minutes, 353 miles if coming from Salt Lake City, our last suggested stop via I-15N

The final destination on this epic journey will be packed with natural beauty, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some more on the way. Not only is Beaverhead packed with natural beauty, it is in close proximity of Dillon, Montana so the family can restock on supplies before the final stretch. If you want to break up the drive from Salt Lake City to Beaverhead, you can take a stop in Idaho Falls to stretch your legs and enjoy a scenic picnic. Beaverhead offers a ton of outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, wildlife watching, camping, and more. If that is not your family’s thing, you can still take in the sights and then find lodging nearby. This little slice of heaven will definitely give your family peace of mind before heading back on the road for the final stretch. AVR always has your family’s best interest at heart with these amazing hand-picked stops.

 

Glacier National Park, Montana: Natural Beauty Galore

15 hours 52 minutes, 1070 miles from downtown Las Vegas via I-15N

4 hours 44 minutes, 300 miles if coming from Beaverhead, our previous suggested stop via I-15N

After a wonderful and fun-filled journey that made the road trip seem like the destination itself, you have finally arrived. Glacier National Park is a breathtaking experience that offers a wide variety of outdoor activities that are perfect for social distancing. From charming forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, stunning lakes, and over 700 miles of trails, what doesn’t this place have! This is truly a hiker's paradise or for adventurous visitors seeking wilderness and family bonding. Glacier offers 13 different campgrounds in addition to historic chalets and lodges for sleep arrangements. Want more sightseeing, Glacier also has a breath-taking road called Going-to-the-Sun Road. This scenic road offers a huge stretch of scenic views and wildlife. There are camping and lodges along it, but no gas is available once on the trail. While exemplary service and affordability await you at AVR, who knows what your family will discover on this incredible journey.

AVR understands that planning a journey can be stressful and even more so now with COVID. That is why AVR has started the journey program, which is dedicated to helping families enjoy summer vacation safely. All stops and destinations are hand-picked to ensure that your family will never run out of fun moments. The destination is only one part of the journey, and we here at AVR believe that each leg of the journey should be memorable. If you would like the full directions for the epic journey laid out above, you can find them here. AVR, because the journey should be just as fun as the destination.