Roadtrip with RVshare Orlando to Houston

If you are a person who loves a little bit of everything, then an Orlando to Houston road trip may be perfect for you. You can stop at Magic Kingdom to ride the roller coasters and other thrill rides. You will find outstanding opportunities to fish, hike, canoe, and enjoy other outdoor pursuits. There are fascinating historical sites to explore, and you can even do things that you may not normally have the chance to do, like interact with farm animals. By driving a little farther, you can visit Everglades National Park. 

Nearby National Parks

Everglades National Park  

Everglades National Park covers more than 1.5 million acres, so it helps to do some planning before you head there on your Orlando to Houston RV road trip. Each entrance has a different vibe with unique activities located nearby. If you are interested in seeing wildlife and want to see the Everglades as presented in magazines, choose the Shark Valley entrance. Grab the tram for a 15-mile loop ride through areas with the highest concentration of wildlife. If you want to go hiking in the Everglades, think about the Royal Palm entrance. It is near the Anhinga Trail boardwalk that runs along Taylor Slough and the Gumbo Limbo Trail running through a hardwood hammock. Finally, if you want to go canoeing and do other water activities, consider the Flamingo Entrance because you can rent canoes and bikes from this visitor center. 

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park  

Located near New Orleans’ French Quarter, the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is not to be missed. Stop at the park’s headquarters to get an updated calendar of jazz concerts in the park and at nearby locations. Several walking tours are available so that you can see iconic landmarks dedicated to jazz in the city. At the park, you can see statues of famous jazz musicians and often catch live music. 

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve  

Spread across six sites in New Orleans and nearby locations, the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve offers a unique look into Louisiana's history. Stop at the visitors center in the French Quarter to see exhibits and get an up-to-date list of events. Join a ranger for a guided walk to learn more about the wildlife and plants that live in the Louisiana swamps by visiting Barataria Preserve. Explore the Battle of New Orleans by stopping at Chalmette Battlefield, where living history demonstrations occur often. Discover who the Acadians who settled New Orleans were and are today by stopping at the Acadian Visitor Center. Head to Eunice, Louisiana, to visit the Prairie Acadian Center and learn how farmers grew crops. Learn more about Acadian culture and home life by visiting the Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center. 

Cane River Creole National Historical Park  

After visiting New Orleans, head northwest on your road trip from Orlando to Houston to reach Natchitoches, Louisiana, where you will find the Oakland and Magnolia Mounds plantations. You will want to stop at each because they offer very different perspectives of life on a Louisiana plantation before the turn of the century. You can see 60 historical buildings at Oakland on a self-guided tour of this farm that once raised tobacco and indigo before turning to cotton. Then, head to Magnolia Mounds, where you can learn more about the relationship the workers had with their master and later as sharecroppers through touring the 20 historic buildings.

Nearby State Parks

Silver Springs State Park  

Take a glass-bottom boat ride at Silver Springs State Park near Ocala, Florida. Visitors have been coming to this serene setting since steamboats were the main form of transportation to enjoy seeing marine life that lives in the crystal-clear water created by the 30 underground springs that bubble to the surface. You can also canoe or kayak to explore this beautiful setting on your own. Be sure to stop at the one-room schoolhouse, which now serves as the Silver Ranch museum, and hike along the paths to see the log cabins and the wood-fired kilns. Nature lovers will want to go hiking on the Sandhill Trail to see wild turkey, white-tail deer, and tortoises. 

Dudley Farm Historic State Park  

Dudley Farm Historic State Park near Newberry, Florida, operates like a farm did 100 years ago, and they need your help to complete the daily and seasonal chores. Help harvest fruits and vegetables from the garden, feed the livestock, and assist with other tasks around this farm consisting of 18 historic buildings. You will also find time to sit in the rocking chairs on the farmhouse’s front porch and reflect on life while enjoying the beautiful flower gardens in front of the home. 

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park  

Another state park that you will not want to miss is the Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park located on the Suwannee River near White Springs, Florida. Head to the Crafters Square, where you can make folk art while engaging with the resident artists. Foster's music regularly streams from the bells in the Carillon Tower. At the Spring House with its mineral waters and at other locations throughout the park, you will have the opportunity to buy art. While you will want to take time to explore history in this park, it is also a fantastic place for a kayaking adventure on the water. 

Florida Caverns State Park  

Leave time to visit Florida Caverns State Park near Marianna, Florida, on your road trip itinerary from Orlando to Houston. After you hike 350 feet underground, you will see stalagmites, flowstones, stalactites, and columns created by nature over thousands of years in the dozen large cave rooms making up this unique cave. Listen as your guide tells you about events that happened in the cave, and you may even imagine that you can still hear Native Americans yelling war cries or early thieves talking about their latest robbery. You need to be able to walk up and down 35 stairs at this location. 

Bayou Segnette State Park  

Bayou Segnette State Park near Westwego, Louisiana, is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Anglers can catch freshwater and saltwater fish because of this park’s unique location. You can use the boat ramp to launch your vessel. This park is an awesome place to go kayaking because many remote locations are easily accessible from the water. The wave pool and the playground are popular places for children to play. 

Along the Way

Walt Disney World  

It is incredibly easy to stop at Walt Disney World on an Orlando to Houston road trip. If you have preschoolers along, they will love the Fantasyland rides while the rides in Tomorrowland are designed for children ages 5 to 12. Splash Mountain is often a big hit with older kids. Everyone in your family will adore the shows, and you may want to arrange to dine with your favorite characters. 

Seacrest Wolf Preserve  

If you have always dreamed of having your picture taken while petting a wolf, then incorporate a stop at the Seacrest Wolf Preserve in Chipley, Florida, into your Orlando to Houston road trip itinerary. Gray, British Columbian, and artic wolves may all be available, and the knowledgeable staff will be glad to help you understand the differences. 

Bellingrath Gardens and Home  

If you are fascinated by people who build homes and other things using salvaged materials, then you will want to stop at the Bellingrath Gardens and Home in Mobile, Alabama. The iron gates of this home that workers constructed in 1935 came from Mobile’s Southern Hotel, constructed in 1837. Many of the bricks used to build the home were originally made by hand for Alva Smith Vanderbilt Belmont’s home, who was instrumental in the woman’s suffrage movement. The stunningly beautiful gardens containing more than 400 species of camellias are a great place to take vacation photos. You will often find special holiday events at this historic home. 

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Tallahassee, Florida  

Tallahassee campgrounds, like A Stone's Throw RV Park and the Tallahassee RV Park, offer scenic locations and great service. If you need a Tallahassee RV dump station, consider Lakeside Travel Park and Big Oak RV Park. With so many fun things to do in the Florida Panhandle, you may want to spend a night or two in this city. 

Mobile, Alabama  

Mobile campgrounds often offer scenic locations near a waterfront location. You may want to stay at Coastal Haven and Driftwood RV Park. Econ Family Travel Center and Chickasabogue Park and Campground and other Alabama locations offer RV dump stations. This city’s location on the Gulf of Mexico and its great public transportation system make enjoying Mobile very easy. 

Beaumont, Texas  

Beaumont campgrounds like Bearazinga Campground and AAA RV Park offer lovely country charm before hitting Houston’s more urban environment. You can find Beaumont RV dump stations at East Lucas RV Park, Village Creek State Park, and other Texas locations. You can find many historical attractions, like the Jefferson Theater, to visit in this community.

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When you follow this road trip itinerary from Orlando to Houston, 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 Orlando or Houston.