Real SmartStops Demo Routes
Explore actual family road trip routes planned with SmartStops. These aren't examples – they're real route data showing exactly how our app finds cities with parks and family amenities at perfect intervals.
4 Real Family Routes with Live Data
Each route below uses actual SmartStops data, showing real gas stations, parks, restaurants, and family amenities. This is exactly what you'll see when you use our app for your own family road trips.
San Diego to San Luis Obispo
Classic California Coast Drive
Experience the beauty of California's coast on this family-friendly route from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. SmartStops found excellent rest stops in Westlake Village with multiple gas station options and nearby parks for the kids.
Route Highlights:
- ✓Scenic Pacific Coast Highway segments
- ✓Family-friendly stops in Westlake Village
- ✓Multiple gas stations with amenities
- ✓Parks and playgrounds along the route
Raleigh to Washington DC
East Coast Family Adventure
Perfect for families visiting the nation's capital! This route takes you through historic Virginia with a strategic stop in Ashland, where SmartStops found excellent family facilities including truck stops with playgrounds.
Route Highlights:
- ✓Historic East Coast corridor
- ✓Family stop in Ashland, Virginia
- ✓TravelCenters of America with full amenities
- ✓Multiple dining and playground options
Denver to Albuquerque
Mountain West Adventure
This longer route showcases SmartStops' fuel planning capabilities. The app identified Trinidad, Colorado as the perfect fuel and rest stop, ensuring your family travels safely through the beautiful but remote mountain west.
Route Highlights:
- ✓Rocky Mountain to high desert scenery
- ✓Essential fuel stop in Trinidad, Colorado
- ✓Mountain town charm and local amenities
- ✓Strategic planning for longer distances
Houston to McKinney
Texas Triangle Route
Experience Texas family travel on this route through the heart of the Lone Star State. SmartStops found great stops in Corsicana with familiar gas station brands and local Texas charm.
Route Highlights:
- ✓Texas heartland driving
- ✓Rest stop in Corsicana, Texas
- ✓Tiger Tote and Shell station options
- ✓Small town Texas hospitality
Real Data, Real Planning
How SmartStops Creates These Routes
Route Analysis
SmartStops analyzes your route distance and fuel requirements to determine optimal stop locations.
Station Discovery
Our app searches for cities with family amenities like playgrounds, parks, and restaurants at perfect stop intervals.
Perfect Timing
Each stop is strategically placed to maximize fuel efficiency while keeping kids happy and comfortable.
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