Sequoia NP to Las Vegas

[seniorsgt]

Sitting here with 20 inches of snow on the ground, thinking about a trip im planning for next May-Jul. The stretch from Sequoia NP to Vegas has me wondering, north across Death Valley then drop down to Vegas or drop down to I 40 across to Vegas. Wondering what others have done?

 

[DK Custom Products]

Sitting here with 20 inches of snow on the ground, thinking about a trip im planning for next May-Jul. The stretch from Sequoia NP to Vegas has me wondering, north across Death Valley then drop down to Vegas or drop down to I 40 across to Vegas. Wondering what others have done?

Either way is gonna be HOT in June/July.

We took the route below in July.

It was 113* as we rode thru Vegas-

Mary was letting 5 lb. bags of ice melt on her lap to keep cool-

See full Ride Report with lots of photos HERE.

Kevin

 

[David792]

Death Valley?? In the summer?? I lived in Vegas for over 20 years. I've been to Valley a few times and up 95 to Reno many, many times. I would shoot straight over to Tonopah and then take 95 down to Vegas. Much better scenery, more watering holes and way, way less heat. At any rate, have a great trip and enjoy those old Nevada ghost towns.

 

[seniorsgt]

Death Valley?? In the summer?? I lived in Vegas for over 20 years. I've been to Valley a few times and up 95 to Reno many, many times. I would shoot straight over to Tonopah and then take 95 down to Vegas. Much better scenery, more watering holes and way, way less heat. At any rate, have a great trip and enjoy those old Nevada ghost towns.

what about 190/374 to beatty then 95 south to vegas

 

[David792]

what about 190/374 to beatty then 95 south to vegas

If I went that route I would hit it early in the morning. It's just my personal experience and my personal opinion, but as soon as that sun comes up over the eastern horizon the temps start to rise fast. That Death Valley route will be a bit slower, but I guess Death Valley is one of those checklist items. Bring lots of water.