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Subject: 14860
Posted: 31 Aug 2021 at 1:19pm

Originally posted by Jenga Jack

We just returned to smokey southern Oregon so I thought I'd follow up on our trip. To be safe we decided to travel west on Hwy 16. The 4Runner did fine both pulling up and coming down the passes. Beautiful drive especially coming into Tensleep and again west out of Cody. Next time, whenever that will be, I'll try Hwy 14 to take in new and different scenery.

Thanks again everyone for your input. Happy trails!
Thanks for following-up and reporting on your trip. I am glad you had a successful adventure.]]> Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:19:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144905#144905 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : Originally posted by Jenga... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144903#144903 Author: jato
Subject: 14860
Posted: 31 Aug 2021 at 8:21am

Originally posted by Jenga Jack

Hello R-Pod Travelers,
In a few weeks we'll be driving from Custer, South Dakota to Mammoth CG in east Yellowstone NP. Our R-Pod is being pulled by a 6-cylinder Toyota 4Runner. Any concerns taking I-90 to Sheridan and then jumping on US14? Wondering about mountain passes and fuel stops. Have any of you taken this route; any advice?
Thanks!
Jack


We have taken that route twice as well as going on US14 with both a 2008 and 2013 Ford Explorer (V6) pulling a loaded (with full FW tank) 177.  Spectacular scenery and no issues.  We did utilize a Curt anti-sway bar link as we towed.
]]> Tue, 31 Aug 2021 08:21:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144903#144903 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : We just returned to smokey southern... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144893#144893 Author: Jenga Jack
Subject: 14860
Posted: 30 Aug 2021 at 6:03pm

We just returned to smokey southern Oregon so I thought I'd follow up on our trip. To be safe we decided to travel west on Hwy 16. The 4Runner did fine both pulling up and coming down the passes. Beautiful drive especially coming into Tensleep and again west out of Cody. Next time, whenever that will be, I'll try Hwy 14 to take in new and different scenery.

Thanks again everyone for your input. Happy trails!]]> Mon, 30 Aug 2021 18:03:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144893#144893 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : We did 14 and 14a through the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144738#144738 Author: ronahue
Subject: 14860
Posted: 21 Aug 2021 at 9:41am

We did 14 and 14a through the Big Horn NF in July in a 2015 Frontier towing a 179 no problem on 14 but I would avoid 14a. I've done 14a twice with the trailer in both directions do-able but a bit hairy. If you have the time the Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area is spectacular. In July the Big Horn NF was very crowded, overrun with ATV's and very smoky. I recommend Tie Flume camp ground.

]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2021 09:41:07 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144738#144738 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : While you are in Custer, head... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144735#144735 Author: bob-Pod
Subject: 14860
Posted: 20 Aug 2021 at 11:17pm

While you are in Custer, head down to Hot Springs S.D.  The Mammoth Site there was was one of the best things we did in the area.  It's only about 40 minutes away.]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2021 23:17:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144735#144735 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : Thanks everyone for your input.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144613#144613 Author: Jenga Jack
Subject: 14860
Posted: 12 Aug 2021 at 8:57pm

Thanks everyone for your input. I'll post our route decision and what we experienced when we return. Thanks again!]]> Thu, 12 Aug 2021 20:57:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144613#144613 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : Shouldn't be a problem unless... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144606#144606 Author: Dirt Sifter
Subject: 14860
Posted: 12 Aug 2021 at 11:01am

Shouldn't be a problem unless you hit some strong head winds. Watch your mirrors and pull over if traffic starts to back up on the two lanes. Truck speeds on I-90 will give you a thrill as they do all of us who chose to travel at a reasonable speed when pulling a TT. Have fun, you'll see some beautiful country and meet some great people.
]]> Thu, 12 Aug 2021 11:01:04 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144606#144606 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : No, but I took some 8-9% grades... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144572#144572 Author: TheBum
Subject: 14860
Posted: 10 Aug 2021 at 3:15pm

No, but I took some 8-9% grades in the Appalachians that only slowed me down by about 5 mph. I also drove over Raton Pass on the Colorado/New Mexico border with no issues.]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:15:50 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144572#144572 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : Alan,Did you take US14 over the... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144570#144570 Author: Jenga Jack
Subject: 14860
Posted: 10 Aug 2021 at 1:30pm

Alan,
Did you take US14 over the Bighorns? There's a pass at 9,000 feet.
Stephen,
Fires have been burning near us for weeks (southern Oregon) smoke & ash daily occurrence. Not that we're used to it...
]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2021 13:30:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144570#144570 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : The only concern about out west... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144568#144568 Author: StephenH
Subject: 14860
Posted: 10 Aug 2021 at 12:46pm

The only concern about out west right now is the fires. I think they are south of your route though. Still, you may encounter smoke from them.]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:46:20 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144568#144568 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : Should not be an issue, whatever... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144562#144562 Author: TheBum
Subject: 14860
Posted: 10 Aug 2021 at 11:44am

Should not be an issue, whatever route you take. Our Highlander V6 handled mountain driving quite well when towing our 179.]]> Tue, 10 Aug 2021 11:44:47 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144562#144562 Custer SD to Mammoth Hot Springs : Hello R-Pod Travelers,In a few... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14860&PID=144555#144555 Author: Jenga Jack
Subject: 14860
Posted: 10 Aug 2021 at 12:18am

Hello R-Pod Travelers,
In a few weeks we'll be driving from Custer, South Dakota to Mammoth CG in east Yellowstone NP. Our R-Pod is being pulled by a 6-cylinder Toyota 4Runner. Any concerns taking I-90 to Sheridan and then jumping on US14? Wondering about mountain passes and fuel stops. Have any of you taken this route; any advice?
Thanks!
Jack
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