Abilene to Destin FL Area

ramair · 11-30-2014, 10:25 PM

Well DW and I will be heading to the Destin Area for the winter. Should be heading out on the 3rd or 4th of Dec and looking at going I20 to 6 to Houston area then getting onto 10 and heading East. Anyone have any point of interest or parks along that route. Even advise as to another route would be good. Just taking our time and want to enjoy the drive.

Thanks in advance

DKRITTER · 12-01-2014, 10:56 AM

On the Texas side...

Not sure if you want to skip Houston (I would) but you might look at taking 105 east out of Navasota through Conroe and Cleveland and picking up I-10 in Beaumont.

If you are going through Houston we have stayed at the Northlake RV Resort up in Spring and would highly recommend it.

farfetched · 12-01-2014, 11:46 AM

try the air museum at naval air station pensacola fl

chrisbailey13 · 12-01-2014, 12:58 PM

There is a cool battleship in Mobile, AL that might be worth taking a look at.

campingwilliamsons · 12-01-2014, 12:59 PM

I'll second the Hwy 6 through Aggieland to Hwy 105 from Navasota to Beaumont, then drop down to I-10. You will be much happier than having to deal with our lovely Houston traffic and apparent continuous road construction... The US290 to I-10 interchange is brand new, and the traffic is still gnarled up there daily.

No real park suggestions as we are generally trying to make miles and only looking for an overnight when we make the Destin run (the kiddos want the fastest route to the beach!).

cudntherd · 12-01-2014, 08:35 PM

Have you thought about about driving I-20 to Shreveport, LA then Loop 3182 to I-49 South to I-10 at Lafayette,La. I like driving I-10 to Niceville, Fl and then the Toll bridge to High 98 to Destin. RV parks/resorts along the way Mill Creek Canton,Texas about a mile south of I-20 on Trade days Blvd. (highway 19 South). Cajun Palms, Rv Resort is Henderson, LA. about 1/2 mile North of I-10.

Pat

ramair · 12-01-2014, 11:12 PM

Thanks for the information I think I will do Hwy 6 to 105 down to I10.
cudntherd- When I use to build custom Ski Boats I have done the I20 route many times going to FL and wanted a change of pace (scenery). Again thanks for the input and if anyone has anymore please keep posting.

DKRITTER · 12-02-2014, 07:57 AM

From Waco to Navasota be aware of the changing speed limits as you enter the little towns, the local PD knows where to park. Sadly I know.

ramair · 12-02-2014, 03:18 PM

Thanks and I only travel 65mph at max in the motorhome towing the cruze.

CampingDixieDogs · 12-02-2014, 03:44 PM

You will love I-10 through LA, it will beat you to death...but the scenery is nice.

DKRITTER · 12-02-2014, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ramair

Thanks and I only travel 65mph at max in the motorhome towing the cruze.

Yeah but what bit my butt was cresting the hill and realizing I was in a 45.

whj77372 · 12-02-2014, 05:13 PM

IH 10 thru Louisiana is not as bad as it used to be. Most of it has been resurfaced. I am going tomorrow to New Orleans from north of Houston.

Richard6959 · 12-02-2014, 06:32 PM

Where are you going to stay in Destin? I HIGHLY recommend TopSail! This is the nicest resort park I have visited. We spent 4 days there the first week of October. Loved every minute of it.

47chevy · 12-02-2014, 07:29 PM

I would consider "the Forgotten Coast" on east of Destin , Mexico Beach , Port St.Joe
Cape SanBlas , and Apalachicola -----------more beautiful , less people and traffic plus less expensive

Capt. Mike · 12-02-2014, 08:16 PM

The Mississippi Gulf Coast is worth seeing. Get off of I-10 as you get into Mississippi and follow US 90 east along the coast through Biloxi and Gulfport.

Campin Cajun · 12-02-2014, 08:53 PM

If you travel through Louisiana on I-10 be sure to stop at Cajun Palms RV Resort in Henderson, La. and sample some good cajun cooking at the local restaurants. There's a very good one right outside the park. Walking distance from any site there.

Cajun Po-Boy · 12-02-2014, 10:58 PM

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There is a cool battleship in Mobile, AL that might be worth taking a look at.

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Cajun Po-Boy · 12-02-2014, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Campin Cajun

If you travel through Louisiana on I-10 be sure to stop at Cajun Palms RV Resort in Henderson, La. and sample some good cajun cooking at the local restaurants. There's a very good one right outside the park. Walking distance from any site there.

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Cajun Po-Boy · 12-02-2014, 11:02 PM

If you need an overnight break near Lafayette,LA...stop over at the KOA in Scott, LA and make sure to dine at Fezzos that's across the Hwy...also, pick up some great Boudin & Cracklin for the road munchies at Don's Speciality Meat store next to the Harley Dealership!

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ramair · 12-02-2014, 11:20 PM

Thanks everyone for the great information and I will be staying at Eglin AFB at the FamCamp. Can't beat the price for monthly stays, will have our toad for trips and to get around and have looked at a number of parks and cg in the area and we may change location. we will be there for the winter and heading back to Abilene in March sometime. Maybe try to surprise the wife and try to make Daytona in Feb for the start of NASCAR!!! Keep the info coming..

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