Roadtrip with RVshare Enterprise to Albany

If you want to see some of the best sights that the Deep South and the Eastern Seaboard have to offer, then you should consider taking off on an Enterprise to Albany road trip. You'll get to visit some interesting national parks along the way; multiple fascinating state parks also await you. Some of America's premier cities are right along your route, and others are within easy driving distance; therefore, you won't have to work too hard to come up with an awesome road trip itinerary from Enterprise to Albany.

Nearby National Parks

Great Smoky Mountains National Park  

Since Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the U.S. Driving an hour and 45 minutes from Greenville, South Carolina, to explore it on your road trip from Enterprise to Albany is a must. This exploration will be simple thanks to the presence of more than 800 miles of high-quality trails in the park that can be traversed on foot, bicycle, or horseback. More than 2,000 miles of rivers and streams flow through the park, providing visitors with numerous fantastic locations for fishing, boating, and relaxing. There are tons of awesome campsites in the park, so you'll have plenty of places to park your camper while exploring this park, as well as at nearby Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. 

Congaree National Park  

Congaree National Park is also just an hour and 45 minutes off of your route, so you should definitely do the necessary bit of extra traveling from Charlotte, North Carolina, in order to visit this swampy yet fascinating national park. When most people think of viewing ancient trees, they generally think of the towering giants on the West Coast. Fortunately, Congaree National Park is home to some thousand-year-old trees of its own, so you'll get to see some of these ancient wonders as you hike or boat around the park. You can even take a guided canoe tour in order to learn more about this interesting national park. 

New River Gorge National Park  

In order to visit New River Gorge National Park on your Enterprise to Albany RV road trip, you'll need to drive three hours and five minutes north of Lexington, North Carolina. This West Virginia park may be America's newest national park, but it's long been known to adventurers for its stellar whitewater rafting, mountain climbing, and hiking opportunities. There are plenty of amazing trails in the park, so you'll get to see your fill of stunning views of the New River and its canyon. 

Shenandoah National Park  

Shenandoah National Park is only an hour and 20 minutes west of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This stunning mountain retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountain Range is home to lovely mountain vistas, picturesque waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. If you want to hike on the famous Appalachian Trail, then you'll be able to walk more than a hundred miles of it here. A hundred miles of Skyline Drive cuts through the park, so you'll get to see some of this park's beauty without having to leave the comfort of your vehicle. Some popular activities here are mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, rock climbing, and fishing.

Independence National Historical Park  

You pass within 15 minutes of Chewacla State Park is easy since it’s only 10 minutes from Auburn, Alabama. If you want to go fishing, swimming, canoeing, or kayaking, then you'll want to head straight to Lake Chewacla. Should you prefer to stay on solid ground, then you can take advantage of the park's nationally recognized trail system that's ideal for hiking and biking. 

Nearby State Parks

Tugaloo State Park  

You can find the entrance to Tugaloo State Park about a dozen minutes from Lavonia, Georgia. The big attraction here is Lake Hartwell, which is well-known in the region for being a fabulous setting for water sports, fishing, swimming, and sailing. The park also includes nearly 400 acres of forest, so there are plenty of great places for hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking. 

Kings Mountain State Park  

Kings Mountain State Park is just 15 minutes from Kings Mountain, North Carolina. This park is on the National Register of Historic Places for good reason; be sure to check out the Living History Farm to learn more about what farming was like in the 1800s. Between Lake Crawford and Lake York, there are plenty of nice places to go fishing, boating, and swimming. The park contains 16 miles of lovely trails that will take you through this beautiful forest park. 

Falls Lake State Recreation Area  

You'll be able to easily reach Falls Lake State Recreation Area by driving 15 minutes from Durham, North Carolina. At this park, there are plenty of access points to lovely Falls Lake, so you'll have no problem putting your boat in the water. If you'd rather stay onshore, you'll be able to swim or sunbathe on any of the park's five swimming beaches. Camping is popular here thanks to the two campgrounds that have amenities like full hookups, swimming beaches, and boat ramps. 

Schodack Island State Park  

Before you reach your final destination, you should make time for one final park on your road trip itinerary from Enterprise to Albany: Schodack Island State Park. This park is 25 minutes from Coeyman, New York; as its name implies, it's an island between the Hudson River and Schodack Creek. Fishing, water skiing, tubing, and more are popular water activities; you can also go hunting, hiking, and mountain biking here. 

Along the Way

Zoo Atlanta  

Zoo Atlanta is a mere five minutes off of Interstate 85 as it goes through Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to being able to see animals from all around the world in their normal zoo environments, you can also have behind-the-scenes wild encounters with rhinos, giant pandas, and more. Don't forget to ride the Zoo Train, make a run through the Treetop Trail, and experience the Endangered Species Carousel.

U.S. National Whitewater Center  

If you want to do some whitewater rafting in a controlled environment, then you should stop by the U.S. National Whitewater Center, which is just 10 minutes from Mt. Holly, North Carolina. This complex near the Catawba River offers great venues for rafting, climbing, ziplining, whitewater kayaking, and more. 

National Mall and Memorial Parks  

Since the National Mall is just several minutes away from your route as it passes through D.C., you'll likely want to spend some time exploring this iconic tourist destination on your road trip from Enterprise to Albany. The Lincoln Memorial; the Thomas Jefferson Memorial; the Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial; the Washington Monument; and more await you at "America's Front Yard." 

Baltimore Museum of Art  

If you drive 10 minutes north of your route as it passes through Baltimore, Maryland, then you'll be able to explore the Baltimore Museum of Art. This museum contains more than 95,000 works of art from around the world and from various parts of history. Everything from Ancient Egyptian art to the latest contemporary art is on display here.

Rockefeller Center  

Since your route takes you so close to the Big Apple, why not travel 25 minutes east of East Orange, New Jersey, to visit the Rockefeller Center? You'll be able to tour this world-famous building full of Art Deco art and steeped in history. Don't forget to visit the Top of the Rock so that you can see the wonders of New York City from 70 floors up.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Atlanta, Georgia  

When visiting Georgia’s capital, you can stop by interesting attractions like the World of Coca-Cola and the Georgia Aquarium. Plenty of nice dump stations and campgrounds are available nearby.

Charlotte, North Carolina

The NASCAR Hall of Fame, Carowinds, and more await you in this North Carolina border city. Numerous quality dump stations and campgrounds are within easy driving distance.

Richmond, Virginia  

Virginia’s capital contains multiple enjoyable destinations like the Science Museum of Virginia and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. You’ll easily find many excellent dump stations and campgrounds in this area.

Washington, D.C.  

America's capital is home to numerous awesome attractions like the White House, the U.S. Capitol, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Unsurprisingly, this area contains many high-quality dump stations and campgrounds.

Baltimore, Maryland  

The National Aquarium and the American Visionary Art Museum are just a couple of fun places you can go in Baltimore. You won’t have any trouble locating top-notch dump stations and campgrounds here.

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When you follow this road trip itinerary from Enterprise to Albany, 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 Enterprise or Albany.