Coast-to-Coast National Parks Road Trip
By Jennifer Badeaux • Jun 15, 2026Want an itinerary built around your preferences?
Tell Stardrift where you're flying from, who you're travelling with, and your budget for a personalized itinerary.
Free to useDay 1
Jul 5
Day 2
Jul 6
Day 3
Jul 7
- Long drive target: 350–390 miles.
- Morning routing from Whitefish / West Glacier toward Helena / Butte area.
- Main scenic break at Flathead Lake.
- Practical family overnight near Helena or Butte.
Want to tweak this itinerary?
Day 4
Jul 8
- Long drive target: 360–400 miles.
- Route from Helena / Butte area toward Sheridan / Buffalo area.
- Main scenic stop at Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area.
- Overnight near Sheridan or Buffalo.
Day 5
Jul 9
- Long drive target: 360–390 miles.
- Route from Sheridan / Buffalo area toward Wall / Rapid City area.
- Stops at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Badlands National Park.
- Overnight near Wall or Rapid City.
Day 6
Jul 10
Want to tweak this itinerary?
Day 7
Jul 11
Day 8
Jul 12
Day 9
Jul 13
Day 10
Jul 14
Personalize this trip with Stardrift.