drive from Kingston Ontario Canada to the Outerbanks - OBX

[Boubou]

Originally Posted by roccoecu

We will be there the 22-26 then heading down to Ocracoke until the 29th. I'll have a rod rack on the front of the sport trac.

We'll probably see you there then

[Doodlebug]

3'senough......Sorry I couldn't get the quote to work. By all means if you know the 113 route go that way. There have been no improvements on 13 regarding bypasses and such. In fact there is now a Casino at the State Fair Grounds in Harrington DE, which adds to the traffic from Dover South . The speed traps along Rte 13 are legendary....one guy outside of one of the small towns actually posted a sign in his yard that said "Careful Speed Trap Ahead" I haven't been down that way in awhile not sure if it's still there.

I was just trying not to confuse the issue with that side route.

[3'senough]

Originally Posted by Doodlebug

3'senough......Sorry I couldn't get the quote to work. By all means if you know the 113 route go that way. There have been no improvements on 13 regarding bypasses and such. In fact there is now a Casino at the State Fair Grounds in Harrington DE, which adds to the traffic from Dover South . The speed traps along Rte 13 are legendary....one guy outside of one of the small towns actually posted a sign in his yard that said "Careful Speed Trap Ahead" I haven't been down that way in awhile not sure if it's still there.

I was just trying not to confuse the issue with that side route.

Thanks for the feedback. If I were towing that's the way I would go as there are more open 55MPH areas along that route and a heck of a lot less lights. It can be a little tricky getting on it coming from the north but some planning ahead and a map will get you there. I usually enter OC as a point in my route on the GPS as backup so it keeps me directed that way vs 13.

I'll send an update after my trip this month on any new snags.

[roccoecu]

Dont know if this will affect you or not but just in case. Read this https://apps.ncdot.gov/NewsReleases/details.aspx?r=7851

[Boubou]

Trying to find a good spot to stop over for one night before getting to Camp Hatteras.
Our first stop will be near Allentown PA (KOA) and plan on driving about 300 miles.
Debating wether we should stop before the bridge tunnel or after.
How is the Kiptopeke SP?
Any Suggestion for after the tunnel that would not take me far off route?

[3'senough]

Boubou. I think it would be wise to stop before the CBBT. Once you get over that bridge it goes from very rural, farm to city on the other side. 300 miles could be tough or easy depending on the how you hit some of the lights and traffic through DE. You will be stopping and going from Dover south. It's a beautiful area and has great views of the Chesapeake bay on the east side so I think it's worth the stop. Only about 5-10 miles from the bridge. Then you can get up in the AM and hit the bridge for your final run. Norfolk can have some traffic so keep that in mind on your timing. There is a food store about 3 miles from that CG and WM about 30 miles before should you need something for the overnight.

Tip:I don't know if you have one or can get one but EzPass will dramatically lower your travel times on some of the highways with tolls. I have one for my rig (blue) and just my truck (white) which gets me discounts on the tolls. Most people say the white works but you need to go through the service windows with them. Otherwise you are paying retail. You can pick them up on the thruway in NYS but I am not sure about the international regs.

[Boubou]

I didn't look into it, no time (was sick before the trip) but it was a bit expensive and didn't really like all the stop and go.

[Boubou]

Originally Posted by roccoecu

I will also be there the last week in April. I will only be driving from Burlington NC though. Staying at Camp Hatteras in Rodanthe. If you happen to be at the same place stop by for a cold drink. Im will be in a Jayco 254 being pulled by an Explorer Sport Trac. Look for the East Carolina Pirate flag. Have a safe trip.

We are facing the sand dunes. Look for the grey eagle HT
We got cold drinks too

[roccoecu]

We are facing the dunes as well. Site 46. Havent been out much due to the weather.

[Boubou]

What weather??
We walk 3 dogs, Sometimes 2 (sheltie, chihuahua and rat terrier) . I'll look you up and take a gander at your TT when we walk by sometimes
Site #5, although we are pretty easy to find, no other grey Eagle HT.
Hoping for nice weather soon!! Had to clean the windows this morning to see outside lol

[Boubou]

Update.....
The weather has been cool, windy and a bit wet....
most folks would find this reason enough to lift anchor but not us.... lets just stay an extra day
We have had the experience in staying here on Hatteras island in a Nor'easter with wind gust up to 35 mph (I'd think maybe up to 40 mph). The trailer was rocking for 3 nights!!!
Today was supposed to be a rainy day, so we went north for a drive and the weather was just perfect. Ended up driving on the beach with the truck in 4 wheel drive in Corolla looking for wild mustangs (none seen). What a great time!