Trails of Arizona & Nevada on a Route 66 RV road trip

About this route

Ages: 14+

Distances: 7 days • ~1100 km

🏃 Trail running 🌌 Stargazing 🏔️ Scenery 🥾 Hiking 📍 Adventure 🏛️ Culture

Route details

Day 1

Pick Up in Las Vegas & Valley of Fire State Park

Collect your campervan in Las Vegas (45 min drive). On arrival at Valley of Fire, take a short hike through fiery sandstone formations (Fire Wave, White Domes). Evenings can be cool in February — option to cook your first meal outside under the stars (campfires generally not permitted; propane stoves and charcoal grills are allowed) or inside the van.

🚐45 min

Day 2

Morning Run in Valley of Fire & Drive to Willow Beach (Lake Mead / Hoover Dam)

Begin the day with a run weaving between sandstone outcrops and petroglyphs. After lunch, drive south via Lake Mead and Hoover Dam before reaching Willow Beach Campground by the Colorado River — a quiet spot with dramatic canyon views. 🏃 Suggested run: 8–10 km

🚐1.5 hrs

Day 3

Grand Canyon West & Drive to Sedona

Start early for today’s longer drive. Stop at Grand Canyon West for sweeping rim views and the glass Skywalk platform. Optional short rim jog to stretch the legs. Continue south to Sedona, where the cliffs glow at sunset. 🏃 Optional run: 3–5 km

🚐6 hrs

Day 4

Sedona Trails Coaching Session

Meet a certified coach at your camper for a private 60-minute trail-running session. Learn efficient uphill pacing, downhill control, and movement over rocky terrain. Afternoon options: relax in a café, browse art galleries, or take a jeep tour. 🏃 Suggested run: 8–12 km

🚐Driving: Minimal

Run Sedona's iconic desert trails with a trail-running coach

Run Sedona's iconic desert trails with a trail-running coach

  • 🏃‍♂️ One-hour private coaching session
  • 🏜️ Stunning desert trails directly from your van
  • 🎓 Build confidence and technique with route selection tailored to your level
Day 5

Sedona Rest & Exploration

Day off running. Options include hiking Cathedral Rock, exploring Oak Creek Canyon, joining a vortex meditation, or enjoying a spa day. At night, stargazing is excellent thanks to Sedona’s Dark Sky designation. 🏃 Plan: Rest day

🚐Driving: Minimal

Day 6

Sedona Sunrise Run & Drive to Kingman (Route 66 Stopover)

Optional sunrise run before departure. Drive west to Kingman, Arizona — a classic Route 66 stop with vintage diners, neon signs, and Americana charm. 🏃 Optional run: 5–7 km

🚐3 hrs

Day 7

Drive to Las Vegas & Explore the City

Complete the final leg back to Vegas. Check into a hotel or stay in your RV at Red Rock Campground or an RV park near the Strip. Spend the afternoon exploring the city’s iconic neon, food spots, and shows.

🚐1 hr 45 min

Day 8

Vegas Day 2 & Departure

Enjoy a relaxed second day in Las Vegas. Options include visiting the Neon Museum, Fremont Street, or a day spa session. Depart later that day or extend your stay for more city time before flying home.

Why 'With a camper'?

Every experience tailored to a campervan

As campervan travelers ourselves, we understand both the delights of traveling in a motorhome and well as the smaller details (such as parking) which make it harder.

We use this knowledge to curate and design the very best experiences for you and your campervan.

Remarkable experiences you will remember

Our curated experiences are hand-picked to make your trip special. Whether it is an experience that is iconic to the destination, an inspiring place to take part in a certain activity or a visit to one of the best local restaurants, our goal is to introduce you to the experiences that you will want to write home about.

Something for every passion

We believe that campervan travel is a fantastic way to enjoy your passions.

Whether your interest hiking, cooking, architecture or to enjoy a great party we have a range of great campervan experiences to get you out traveling.

Book an individual experience or the whole trip

Our experiences come in a range of shapes and sizes. So whether you want to add an individual activity to your existing itinerary or you are looking for an end-to-end trip then we have choices for you.

Travel with your own camper or let us help you find the perfect rental

Our experiences are designed for anyone traveling in a campervan. For travelers without their van we offer various 'campervan included trips' but also the opportunity to book a van from one of our preferred van rental partners.