Roadtrip with RVshare Orlando to Nashville

Taking an Orlando to Nashville road trip is a great way to see some of the biggest hot spots in America, including Disney World! You’ll get to tour multiple national and state parks that feature a variety of different environments. Plenty of great tourist attractions and cities await you on your journey as well. If you’re all packed up and gassed up, then what are you waiting for? Get that road trip from Orlando to Nashville underway. 

Nearby National Parks

Everglades National Park  

Before you leave Orlando, you should drive several hours south so that you can visit a couple of outstanding national parks in the Miami area. Everglades National Park is a massive 1.5-million-acre swath of tropical wilderness in the southern tip of Florida. Marshes, flatwoods, swamps, and other environments are home to numerous species, some of which are endangered. Gators, manatees, panthers, and more live in this immense park that you can explore by boat or on foot.

Biscayne National Park  

Biscayne National Park is the second of two great national parks near Miami. You can’t take an Orlando to Nashville RV road trip without experiencing the wonder of Florida’s coastline, so you should stop by this national park. Gorgeous beaches, crystal waters, vibrant coral reefs, and even a high-quality contemporary art gallery are all ripe for exploration. Boating, fishing, swimming, and diving are the favorite activities here. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park  

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park is located near the heart of Atlanta, so this is a great place to go while you’re exploring this large Southern city. You’ll be able to walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther King as you visit places such as his birth home, his home church, and the streets he played in as a boy. Other places to stop by at this unique national historical park include the King Center, Fire Station No. 6, and the World Peace Rose Garden.

Congaree National Park  

If you’re willing to drive a couple of hours east into South Carolina, then you can visit Congaree National Park. This is a great place to explore an old-growth forest containing trees that are, in some cases, over a thousand years old. In addition to trekking this forest, you can also go fishing and boating on the Congaree River. Ten trails in the park take you through forests, across boardwalks, and beside rivers. When you’re done seeing the sights here, you can go back to Columbia and enjoy some downtime on your road trip from Orlando to Nashville. 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park  

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is in the eastern part of Tennessee and the western part of North Carolina, so it’s a logical addition to your road trip itinerary from Orlando to Nashville. This park is America’s most popular national park for many good reasons that you can easily discover by visiting. There are enough gorgeous mountain panoramas, picturesque forest paths, and local flora and fauna to satisfy even the most seasoned of travelers. If you want to hike part of the Appalachian Trail, this is a great location to do so. The park itself has 800 miles of trails, so this is definitely the place to go if you want to wander in the forest for hours on end.

Nearby State Parks

Manatee Springs State Park  

Manatee Springs State Park is west of Gainesville, FL, on the banks of the Suwannee River. This park has a natural spring with manatees in it, so you should stop here on your Orlando to Nashville road trip for that reason alone. If you need more motivation to come here besides being able to swim with manatees, then you should consider the fun to be had fishing on the Suwannee, walking on 8.5 miles of trails, and going cavern diving. 

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park  

Not too far from the Georgia/Florida line near Interstate 75 is Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park. It’s primarily known for hosting the Florida Folk Festival, but guests visit it all year in order to learn more about Stephen Foster, who wrote Florida’s State Song, “Swannee River (Old Folks at Home).” The park is, appropriately, on the Suwannee River, so you can canoe, fish, and hike there as much as you want. 

Little Ocmulgee State Park  

Before you reach the Macon/Warner Robins area, you’ll be able to drop by Little Ocmulgee State Park. This is a great place to go swimming since they have both a pool and a large lake. You can also play a round of golf at the Wallace Adams Course, which is on the premises. There’s also a modest nature trail you can walk in order to see some of the local plants and animals. 

Fort Mountain State Park  

Fort Mountain State Park is close to the Cohutta Wilderness in north Georgia. The park is named for the lengthy ancient wall built by Native Americans. There are plenty of natural wonders here as well thanks to the hardwood forests, peaceful streams, and placid lakes in the park. Hiking and biking are both popular here thanks to the park’s 50 miles of trails. You can go swimming in the lake. Canoeing, kayaking, paddling, and more are also favored activities here thanks to the multiple lakes and rivers in the park. 

Henry Horton State Park  

Henry Horton State Park isn’t too far from the Nashville area, so you’ll want to stop there before the end of your Orlando to Nashville RV road trip. This is another great state park at which to play a round of golf; you can also play disc golf if that’s your game of choice. You can go swimming in the Duck River and the Olympic-sized pool. There’s also a trap and skeet range for those who like to shoot. There are plenty of hiking trails in the park, and you can ride your bike on the multiple paved roadways.

Along the Way

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens  

Nearly 70 acres of land in the Gainesville area contain the lovely Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. You’ll be able to explore 24 different collections of plants from a variety of ecosystems. If you want to add “see giant Victorian water lilies” to your road trip itinerary from Orlando to Nashville, then be sure to visit the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens.

Walt Disney World and Universal Studios

Walt Disney World Resort’s shining star is Magic Kingdom® Park, which has some of Disney’s most iconic attractions, personal encounters with your favorite Disney characters, and special seasonal events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. At Universal Orlando Resort you'll laugh, play and scream with delight alongside some of the biggest characters in pop culture!

Museum of Aviation  

Not too far from Robins AFB in Warner Robins, Georgia, you’ll find the Museum of Aviation. Four sizable exhibit buildings house 85 historic aircraft, cockpits, missiles, and more from the U.S. Air Force. You’ll also be able to visit the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame and a virtual reality simulator.

World of Coca-Cola  

There are plenty of great places to visit in the Atlanta area; one of these is the World of Coca-Cola. This international franchise got its start in Atlanta, so they naturally decided to build this attraction where Coke began. At this complex, you’ll be able to view the bottling process, look at historical Coca-Cola memorabilia, and sample different Coca-Cola products from around the world.

Lookout Mountain Incline Railway  

This incline railway bills itself as “America’s Most Amazing Mile” for good reason. This winch-powered funicular railway system has been serving the people of Chattanooga for 125 years. You can ride straight up Lookout Mountain. When you come back down, you’ll be able to stop by some great little shops and restaurants.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Gainesville  

Whether you want to visit a large college campus or a great museum, you’ll be able to find plenty to do in Gainesville, Florida. You won’t have to search hard for great dump stations and campgrounds to use in the area. Be sure to check out the Butterfly Rainforest, Florida Museum of Natural History, the University of Florida, and Paynes Prairie. 

Valdosta

If you’re driving through the southern part of Georgia, you have to stop by Valdosta. The popularity of the area ensures there are numerous dump stations and campgrounds nearby. Places to stop by are Wild Adventures Theme Park and the Crescent.

Warner Robins  

The Warner Robins/Macon area is another great stop on your road trip itinerary from Orlando to Nashville. Numerous dump stations and campgrounds are located close by. The Museum of Aviation and Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park are excellent places to visit.

Atlanta  

You could spend days on end exploring Georgia’s capital city. If you do decide to take your time learning about Atlanta, then you’ll want to stop by some of these dump stations and campgrounds. Some great attractions include the Georgia Aquarium, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, and LEGOLAND Discovery Center.

Chattanooga  

Just across the Georgia/Tennessee border is the lovely city of Chattanooga. Some great points of interest are the Tennessee Aquarium, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, and the Raccoon Mountain Caverns. There are many quality dump stations and campgrounds in the area where you can tend to and park your camper.

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