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Nashville to Phoenix - along the Santa Fe Trail the Historic trade trail

Nashville to Phoenix - along the Santa Fe Trail the Historic trade trail

Author Avi Bandana Published on 02 Dec 2022 Updated on 31 Jul 2025

Embark on a 17-day motorhome road trip from Nashville to Phoenix along the Santa Fe Trail, the historic trade trail. Explore the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere and the Gateway Arch National Park before heading to Missouri Botanical Garden and City Museum. Visit the Boone's Lick State Historic Site and Arrow Rock State Historic Site Visitor Center, and don't miss a chance to dine at J Huston Tavern. Enjoy horseback riding at Sunset Trails Stables and experience history at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark. The SEA LIFE Kansas City and LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City are great for family fun, and the Kaw Mission State Historic Site and Sunny Side Pumpkin Patch provide opportunities for learning and entertainment. In Dodge City, Kansas, visit the Boot Hill Museum and The Cowboy Capital Saloon & Grill. Hike the Rock Garden Trailhead in New Mexico and explore the Palo Duro Canyon Adventure Park and Wonderland Amusement Park. Discover the history of RVs at the Jack Sisemore RV Museum in Amarillo, Texas, and learn about the Wild West at the Las Vegas Museum. Take a dip in the Montezuma Hot Springs and explore the Pecos National Historical Park and the unique art installation at Meow Wolf Santa Fe. Don't miss the Sandia Peak Tramway and bike tours with Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals. Visit the Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano, and learn about mining history at the New Mexico Mining Museum. Finally, stop by the Zuni Visitor Center and the Painted Desert Visitor Center before ending your trip at the Tempe Farmers Market and Tanger Outlets Phoenix for some shopping.

Trip Countries

Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas

Trip Attractions

Amusement Park
Aquarium
Art Gallery
Bike Rental
Botanical garden
Cable Railway
cave
Day Tour
Extreme Activity
Family Activity
Heritage
hiking area
Historical Site
Horseback Riding
Local Industry
Museum
Natural Feature
Picnic Area
Swimming
Tourist Attraction
Traditional Market
Traditional Restaurant / Fine Dining
Traditional Visit
Zoo

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