Roadtrip with RVshare Miami to Cincinnati

Driving from the bottom of Florida to the bottom of Ohio will lead to an exciting Miami to Cincinnati road trip. Everything from beaches to swamps will be on display at the fabulous national parks you'll visit on your journey. There are also many great state parks full of gorgeous lakes, trails, canyons, waterfalls, and more to explore along the way. On your Miami to Cincinnati RV road trip, you'll pass through many vibrant cities that are full of fun tourist attractions. 

Nearby National Parks

Biscayne National Park  

The entrance to Biscayne National Park is about an hour south of downtown Miami, so why not check out this gorgeous park before you leave the Miami area? The vast majority of the park's more than 172,000 acres consists of water, so the favorite activities here are boating, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. If you're looking for some awesome reefs and shipwrecks to explore underwater, then Biscayne is the place to go. Should you desire to go for a stroll, you can take advantage of the dozen miles of trails in the park.

Everglades National Park  

Another park you can easily reach by traveling roughly an hour from downtown Miami is Everglades National Park. If you want to explore a million and a half acres of Florida swampland, then this park would be a great addition to your road trip itinerary from Miami to Cincinnati. America's largest tropical wilderness is home to animals like alligators, crocodiles, panthers, manatees, and more. Many visitors choose to explore this park by boat or airboat, but you can check out this amazing park on foot as well, thanks to a wide variety of trails. 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park  

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 45 minutes southeast of Knoxville, Tennessee. This national park receives more visitors than any other, so you'll be in good company as you explore some of the 500,000 acres of the Great Smoky Mountains. You'll have more than 800 miles of trails from which to choose, so you'll have no problem finding a great hiking, biking, or riding adventure here. There are more than 2,000 miles of rivers and streams in the park, so there are plenty of awesome fishing holes.

Mammoth Cave National Park  

You can find Mammoth Cave National Park by traveling two hours west of London, Kentucky. The main attraction is Mammoth Cave itself, which is the longest cave system in the world. Cave tours of varying lengths and difficulty levels are available; you'll have the chance to explore awesome features like Frozen Niagara, the Rotunda, and Gothic Avenue. There are plenty of activities to do on the surface as well; lovely trails provide great places for hiking, biking, and riding. Nearby rivers are perfect for fishing and boating.

New River Gorge National Park  

About three and a half hours east of Lexington, Kentucky, you'll find New River Gorge National Park. Adventurers have been rafting, climbing, and hiking here for many years, so you'll be in excellent company when you check out this park on your road trip from Miami to Cincinnati. This 70,000-acre stretch of the Appalachian Mountains is home to many fascinating trails that take you along ridges, past waterfalls and old mines, and down into canyons. Be sure to take a look at the New River Gorge Bridge, which is an iconic feature at this national park. 

Nearby State Parks

Sebastian Inlet State Park  

If you want to spend some time at a state park on Florida's coast on your Miami to Cincinnati RV road trip, then you should drive 45 minutes northeast of Fort Pierce to Sebastian Inlet State Park. This park is an outstanding place to have some fun in the sun thanks to its three miles of white sandy beaches and nice surf. Whether you want to catch some waves, soak up some rays, or fish from the jetty, you'll have a great time at Sebastian Inlet State Park. 

Silver Springs State Park  

Silver Springs State Park is only a quarter of an hour east of Ocala, Florida. This large artesian spring is often explored by glass-bottom boat tours so that visitors can see the teeming marine flora and fauna under the crystal-clear water. Kayaking, canoeing, and paddling down the Silver River and the Fort King waterway are all popular here as well. The park has multiple trails for hiking; you can even take a Garden Tour.

Little Ocmulgee State Park  

A little over an hour east of Cordele, Georgia, is the beautiful Little Ocmulgee State Park. Little Ocmulgee Lake is a great place for swimming; the park also has a swimming pool and a splash pad. If you're into golf, then you can play a round at the 18-hole Wallace Adams Course. If you'd prefer something a little less challenging, then you can also check out the mini-golf course. 

Cove Lake State Park  

Since Cove Lake State Park is just two minutes off of your route as it goes through Caryville, Tennessee, it's a reasonable addition to your Miami to Cincinnati RV road trip. If you like to fish, then you should try to catch some bass, crappie, and bluegill in Cove Lake and Cove Creek. A nice swimming pool is also available; there's even a lifeguard on duty during the summer season. Seven miles of trails run through the park; the Cumberland Trail is within walking distance, so you can hike on this trail as well. 

Cumberland Falls State Park  

If you would like to add "see a moonbow" to your road trip itinerary from Miami to Cincinnati, then you should definitely pay a visit to Cumberland Falls State Park. When the full moon is shining down on this Kentucky park, you can see a moonbow form across Cumberland Falls. The waterfall is, of course, still beautiful in the day, and plenty of daytime activities are available. You can go hiking on 17 miles of trails; there are also some trails for equestrians. Other popular activities here are fishing, gem mining, and bird-watching. 

Along the Way

ICON Park  

You can reach ICON Park by driving about 10 minutes from your route as it goes through Orlando, Florida. This park is home to a giant Ferris wheel called The Wheel, as well as a thrill ride called the Orlando Flyer. Other fabulous attractions in this large entertainment complex include Madame Tussauds Orlando, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, and the Museum of Illusions. 

Atlanta Botanical Garden  

If you want to take a break from urban life while exploring Atlanta, you should stop by the Atlanta Botanical Garden. You'll be able to explore over 30 acres of outdoor gardens full of gorgeous plants and art sculptures. Multiple seasonal events and exhibitions are always taking place, so you might be able to check out a special event at this oasis.

Chattanooga Whiskey  

Chattanooga Whiskey's experimental distillery is 10 minutes from Interstate 75 as it skirts Chattanooga. At this distillery that claims to be "making up for 100 years of Prohibition," you can tour the distillery and sample some of their hand-crafted bourbon. Experimental whiskey and specialty craft cocktails are available at their Whiskey Cocktail Lounge. 

Dollywood  

More than 40 top-quality rides await you at this excellent theme park associated with country music superstar Dolly Parton. Exciting rides like Barnstormer, Blazing Fury, Drop Line, and Wild Eagle provide thrills here. If you want to visit Dollywood's Splash Country, you can buy a multi-ticket that gives you access to both the theme park and the water park. 

Kentucky Horse Park  

Kentucky Horse Park is only five minutes from your route as it goes through Lexington, Kentucky. This area is known for its robust horse-breeding tradition, so exploring a park and campground dedicated to horses while visiting Lexington is a great way to learn about the area. At this park, you can watch daily presentations of horses, tour the International Museum of the Horse, and take a trail ride on horseback. 

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Orlando, Florida  

Universal Studios Florida, Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park, and more await you in sunny Orlando. This popular tourist destination has tons of quality dump stations and campgrounds nearby.

Atlanta, Georgia

Georgia’s capitol has plenty of fun places to go, including the World of Coca-Cola and the Georgia Aquarium. You won’t have any trouble finding good dump stations and campgrounds in the Atlanta area.

Chattanooga, Tennessee  

While you’re checking out this lovely mountain city, be sure to visit attractions like Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee Aquarium. There are many nice dump stations and campgrounds close by.

Knoxville, Tennessee  

Whether you want to watch a sporting event at the University of Tennessee or stroll around Zoo Knoxville, you'll have plenty to do in this Tennessee city. Since travelers often converge on Knoxville for collegiate sporting events, the city has many great dump stations and campgrounds.

Lexington, Kentucky  

Some interesting places to go in Lexington are Keeneland and the Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. Multiple dump stations and campgrounds are within easy driving distance of Lexington.

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