We’re two people, will mostly be camping/tenting and going to an occasional hotel every now and then. Focus will be on nature/national parks, but also cities, towns, and cabins every so often. Will mostly be cooking our food but go to restaurants every now and then.
Cost includes everything except car payment. Hoping to do $40-50 a day for two people!
Do you think this is doable?
As others have said…it would be tough, especially if you had an emergency.
But to make your dollars go further, buy a national parks pass for $80. It’s waves entrance fees into national parks, which add up quickly. Yosemite and Yellowstone are both $40, for example, so after two parks it pays for itself.
Also, I’ve traveled across the U.S. half a dozen times and always try to camp in free spots. This website is a user entered database where you can find free camp spots near you (ranging from gas stations to beautiful hidden oases - so read the reviews!). The US isn’t like some countries where you have the “right to roam”. We can really only camp in certain areas, and this site will help you find spots.