Roadtrip with RVshare Asheville to Bismarck

If you want to travel nearly 1,500 miles from the mountains of North Carolina to the plains of North Dakota, then you should take an Asheville to Bismarck road trip. On this journey, you'll be able to visit multiple national and state parks that include a wide variety of natural landscapes. There are also plenty of great cities and points of interest along your route to add to your road trip itinerary from Asheville to Bismarck. 

Nearby National Parks

Great Smoky Mountains National Park  

The entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only 15 minutes from Hartford, Tennessee. How can you pass up the opportunity to visit America's most popular national park on your road trip from Asheville to Bismarck? Each year, millions of travelers stop by this 500,000-acre park that's full of 800 miles of trails. You can walk 4 miles of the famous Appalachian Trail in this popular mountain park.

Mammoth Cave National Park  

You only have to travel a little over two hours west of London, Kentucky, in order to reach Mammoth Cave National Park. Since this is the world's longest known cave system, it's a fascinating addition to your Asheville to Bismarck RV road trip. While the caves themselves are the most popular attractions in the park, there are also some great places on the surface to go fishing, boating, hiking, biking, and riding here. 

Indiana Sand Dunes National Park  

Twenty minutes east of Gary, Indiana, is Indiana Sand Dunes National Park. You can't make a road trip from Asheville to Bismarck without exploring at least one of the Great Lakes, so Indiana Sand Dunes National Park is a must-see. You'll be able to explore 15 square miles of gorgeous lakefront property on Lake Michigan as well as 20 square miles of countryside featuring woods, marshes, and more. Over 50 miles of trails give you many possible routes for your Indiana Sand Dunes adventure. 

Voyageurs National Park  

In order to reach Voyageurs National Park, you'll have to drive four hours north of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This national park is on the Canadian border, so it's the perfect place to experience the lakes and forests for which this region is known. Nearly 40% of this 200,000-acre park is water, so it's ideal for boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and more. Forests, shorelines, and uninhabited islands can be explored on foot; you can even go snowshoeing, skiing, and snowmobiling in the winter.

Theodore Roosevelt National Park  

Why end your road trip from Asheville to Bismarck in the city when you could keep driving west two hours from Bismarck to Theodore Roosevelt National Park? President Theodore Roosevelt was well-known for the high value he placed on conservation, so this national park is a fitting tribute to the 26th president of the U.S. Badlands, prairies, rivers, and more provide homes for bison, bobcats, prairie dogs, elk, coyotes, and numerous other species. Whether you want to take a short nature walk or a strenuous hike across the whole park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park has an adventure waiting for you. 

Nearby State Parks

Frozen Head State Park  

Frozen Head State Park is located roughly an hour west of Knoxville, Tennessee. This park contains 24,000 acres of the lovely Crab Orchard Mountains; 14 of these peaks are at least 3,000 feet tall. Cyclists and hikers love coming here due to the 50 miles of trails and the old logging roads that are great for hiking and, in some cases, mountain-biking and horseback riding. 

Fort Boonesborough State Park  

Fort Boonesborough State Park is only 10 minutes from the outskirts of Richmond, Kentucky. The reconstructed Fort Boonesborough itself is a great historical attraction, but the lovely Kentucky River has its own charms. Fishing, kayaking, and swimming are all popular here. You can even buy pioneer crafts made on-site by resident artists.

Spring Mill State Park  

You can easily find Spring Mill State Park 45 minutes west of Scottsburg, Indiana. If you want to tour a restored pioneer village on your Asheville to Bismarck RV road trip, then this park is a must-see. In addition to the village, you can tour the park courtesy of eight hiking trails and a biking trail; you can also explore some caves on foot or via a boat tour. 

Mirror Lake State Park  

Ten minutes from Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, and right off your route is Mirror Lake State Park. As its name implies, this park is home to a glassy, placid lake that's ideal for swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, and canoeing. Nearly 30 miles of hiking trails and 9 miles of biking trails provide ample places for recreation and exploration. 

Glacial Lakes State Park  

Glacial Lakes State Park is approximately half an hour south of Alexandria, Minnesota. This park boasts multiple small lakes that are great places to fish for bass, pike, walleye, crappie, and more. If you're visiting during the winter, you can even do some ice fishing here.

Along the Way

Dollywood  

Dollywood is only half an hour from Kodak, Tennessee, so you should add this down-home theme park to your road trip itinerary from Asheville to Bismarck. Whether you want to visit the theme park or the water park, there's plenty to do at this complex owned by legendary country singer Dolly Parton. Great shopping and dining opportunities also await; be sure to check out the seasonal activities as well.

Louisville Mega Cavern  

Mammoth Cave National Park isn't the only great underground place to explore in Kentucky; Louisville Mega Cavern is also an awesome underground location to stop by on your road trip from Asheville to Bismarck. Attractions like Mega Tram, Mega Bike Tour, and Mega Quest await you. Mega Quest is the only fully underground aerial ropes course of its kind in the world, so you should definitely check it out.

Grant Park  

Grant Park is only five minutes from Downtown Chicago. There's no shortage of amazing places to visit in Chicago, but many of this great city's top locations are located in Grant Park. Excellent attractions like Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute of Chicago, and Maggie Daley Park await.

Mall of America  

About 15 minutes from the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and 25 minutes from your route is the world-famous Mall of America. If you want to shop until you drop, you'll have hundreds of stores from which to choose. This complex also has many great dining and entertainment options like Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium and Nickelodeon Universe. 

Fargo Air Museum  

Fargo Air Museum is about 10 minutes from Downtown Fargo and Interstate 94. Two large hangars contain everything from a Wright Brothers flyer replica and vintage warplanes to experimental aircraft. In addition to the planes, the museum also has military memorabilia and vehicles as well as an aviation library.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Knoxville, Tennessee  

Knoxville is home to the University of Tennessee, so there are plenty of dump stations and campgrounds in the area that cater to visiting sports fans and tourists. Other great places to visit in Knoxville are Market Square and Zoo Knoxville.

Louisville, Kentucky

Every year, people flock to Louisville to visit fantastic places like Churchill Downs, the Kentucky Derby Museum, and the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory. Numerous dump stations and campgrounds are available locally.

Indianapolis, Indiana  

Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Indianapolis Museum of Art, and the Indianapolis Zoo are just a few of the interesting locations you can visit in Indianapolis. There are also some quality dump stations and campgrounds in the area for your RV.

Chicago, Illinois  

How could you take a road trip from Asheville to Bismarck without stopping by the Windy City? There are many top-notch dump stations and campgrounds close by that you can use while exploring places like the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and the Magnificent Mile. 

Minneapolis, Minnesota  

While visiting Minneapolis, you can do anything from watching a game at Target Field to touring the Minneapolis Institute of Art. You won't have any trouble finding reliable dump stations and campgrounds near the city.

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When you follow this road trip itinerary from Asheville to Bismarck, you will enjoy historic locations and beautiful scenery along the way. If you want to travel in comfort and style, consider an RV rental from RVshare. From large motorhomes to compact campervans, there is a rig that will meet your travel and budget needs. Once you hit the road, you are protected by our renter guarantee and 24/7 roadside assistance. Find the perfect vehicle for your travel needs in Asheville or Bismarck.