Ah, yes. It’s time for a bit of road tripping, and what better family conveyance than a Jeep Wagoneer, a recently revived historic nameplate. From the coasts to the South, here are 10 great American destinations for you, your people, and your Wagoneer.
Jeep Wagoneer
While the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer is new for the model year, it’s a long way from new as a brand. The venerable Wagoneer first hit the scene in 1963, in tandem with its fancier brother, the Grand Wagoneer. Now, the roomy three-row SUV has a posh interior, is propelled by a brawny V-8, and can tow a formidable 10,000 pounds. You’ve got a passel of trims from which to choose, along with a raft of standard and available features. And the ride is refined, just right for cruising and the open road.
Now here are some Wagoneer-worthy U.S. destinations.
The Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is gorgeous all the time but is especially stunning in the spring and fall. The Parkway links the Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains national parks and serves up spectacular views of area mountains and foliage. If you plan to hike, there are trails aplenty, and for all skill levels. If you can, spend a night or two camping out under the stars.
Denver to Colorado Springs, Colo
If you’re in a snowy state of mind, point that Jeep toward Colorado and its quaint towns and beauteous national parks. Begin your excursion in Denver then set out for Boulder and Estes Park, a great home base for checking out Rocky Mountain National Park. On your way to Colorado Springs, be sure to swing through Great Sand Dunes National Park, Durango, Telluride, Mesa Verde National Park, and Glenwood Springs.
Charleston South Carolina to Savannah, GA
This is a real one-two punch, in terms of historic southern cities, complete with a myriad of lodging options and beaches in between. Be certain to spend a day with the Jeep Wagoneer on the beach at Hilton Head, and if family members want to fish, swim, and take nature walks, check out The Cloister at Sea Island just south of Savannah.
New York City to Cape Cod, Mass
Tool around the greatest city in the world before taking the Wagoneer to the Cape – for a whole other kind of vibe. Whether you stay in a beachfront dwelling or a charming cottage, don’t miss Mac’s on the Pier or the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Oh, and you’ll have five miles of trails to enjoy.
Pacific Coast Highway, California
This is a great drive from Orange County to San Francisco, with LA and Carmel-by-the-Sea in between. Stop by the Topanga Lookout in Malibu for spectacular views of the San Fernando Valley and relax a bit in Santa Ynez wine country. And don’t forget Hearst Castle.
San Diego to LA, California
There are enough beaches and attractions on this two-hour drive to sate the kids and everyone else aboard the Wagoneer. You’ve got the San Diego Zoo and Legoland, and Disneyland is just an hour’s drive from Los Angeles.
NYC to Philadelphia to the Poconos
We recommend the Woodloch Resort in the Poconos, which offers many different accommodation options to handle any family size. On the resort’s grounds, you can indulge in activities such as fishing, paintball, and golf. In fact, the whole trip is something of an East Coast dream.
Route 66
We could spend all day rhapsodizing about this classic, storied strip that stretches from Chicago to LA. You’re in for some great scenery and roadside attractions, whether you take the full route or bite off a smaller portion. In either case, the route is very popular among auto enthusiasts, and your new Wagoneer will be right at home.
Boston to Stowe, Vermont
If you go in the summer, when Stowe turns into an off-season ski town, you can enjoy great beers on tap and an abundance of New England enchantment. Take in some fresh mountain air via a biking or hiking trip, and let the youngsters enjoy the Waterbury Reservoir in Waterbury Center State Park.
Tucson AZ to the Grand Canyon
This road trip, which takes a few days, is rife with jaw-dropping views. Begin your excursion in Tucson and stop by Saguaro National Park for the eponymous cacti, then head out to Scottsdale. After that, spend some time in the knock-out town of Sedona, surrounded by all that red rock. Wend you way to Grand Canyon National Park, where you must spend multiple days taking in that natural wonder.
Now you have some great road trip options for your family and your new Jeep Wagoneer, a well-equipped contemporary family sport-ute that will surely serve you well, both in comfort and in style. The Great Wide Open and a Great American SUV. Now that’s a combo to look forward to.
