Vegas Teacher Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 Howdy all, I have a friend traveling from Las Vegas North on 15 to Bozeman Montana. She is driving a 48 foot class A Newmar Motor coach. She is worried about road conditions currently as she heads north. Does anybody have any words of warning or advice for the route she will be taking? I am not sure of which highway she will be heading east on but more than likely whatever is the most direct. She drive 6 hours or less each day or 300 miles. So it is going to be a very long trip for her. So if you live along this route and can let me know if any weather dangers are lurking please chime in!!!!! Later, Cory Ossana - Vegas Teacher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aknavy Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 I did it in reverse, HDT, 45 foot fifth wheel double towing a Jeep. It was fine, uneventful, and had no issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 Watch the weather in northern Idaho/southern Montana, (think Monida Pass), then around Butte, MT. 90 is an easy e/w route, but 15-20-197 has better scenery. Keep a very close eye on the weather on this route, year round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 I don't think there's a 48' MH but regardless, she needs to watch the weather constantly. The roads are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sculptor Posted April 21 Report Share Posted April 21 I was told by someone on this site, to stay away from route 26 between Idaho Falls and Jackson WY. In the summer watch the internet for fire areas. Not usually a problem (I think?) but nice to know about. Also beautiful scenery between Ennis and Bozeman (287-84) with one tight curve between cliffs and river. We made it no problem in our rig just don’t let the tight turns on a short stretch surprise you. Additionally be aware there is a higher pass, and snow/fog chance north of Ennis. If she might go that way. Lots of boondocking spots on that river too. It’s the Madison River. 8 months ago the road got quite rough south of the Montana line, on route 20. It was a few miles not the whole way. I forget exactly where. Might be after the highway narrows to 2 lanes. If your friend likes fly fishing she should come prepared. There is a fairground in Bozeman we used. It was a decent neighborhood and inexpensive. Elizabeth City west of Ennis is interesting. I hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted April 21 Report Share Posted April 21 18 minutes ago, Sculptor said: I was told by someone on this site, to stay away from route 26 between Idaho Falls and Jackson WY. Hwy 26 is a very easy drive. It runs along the river. Perfectly OK for any size RV. It's flat. You may be thinking of Hwy 22 (Teton Pass) between Victor & Jackson. That's a biggie! 10% grades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sculptor Posted April 22 Report Share Posted April 22 2 hours ago, 2gypsies said: Hwy 26 is a very easy drive. It runs along the river. Perfectly OK for any size RV. It's flat. You may be thinking of Hwy 22 (Teton Pass) between Victor & Jackson. That's a biggie! 10% grades. I stand corrected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted April 22 Author Report Share Posted April 22 16 hours ago, Sculptor said: I was told by someone on this site, to stay away from route 26 between Idaho Falls and Jackson WY. In the summer watch the internet for fire areas. Not usually a problem (I think?) but nice to know about. Also beautiful scenery between Ennis and Bozeman (287-84) with one tight curve between cliffs and river. We made it no problem in our rig just don’t let the tight turns on a short stretch surprise you. Additionally be aware there is a higher pass, and snow/fog chance north of Ennis. If she might go that way. Lots of boondocking spots on that river too. It’s the Madison River. 8 months ago the road got quite rough south of the Montana line, on route 20. It was a few miles not the whole way. I forget exactly where. Might be after the highway narrows to 2 lanes. If your friend likes fly fishing she should come prepared. There is a fairground in Bozeman we used. It was a decent neighborhood and inexpensive. Elizabeth City west of Ennis is interesting. I hope this helps. Thanks, I am passing along this information!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted April 22 Author Report Share Posted April 22 15 hours ago, 2gypsies said: Hwy 26 is a very easy drive. It runs along the river. Perfectly OK for any size RV. It's flat. You may be thinking of Hwy 22 (Teton Pass) between Victor & Jackson. That's a biggie! 10% grades. Thanks for the information!!! I will pass it along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegas Teacher Posted April 22 Author Report Share Posted April 22 On 4/20/2022 at 3:43 PM, 2gypsies said: I don't think there's a 48' MH but regardless, she needs to watch the weather constantly. The roads are good. Sorry I probably was wrong. I went shopping for a new 5th wheel over the last week and to many numbers are running around in my head now. Cory O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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