In the fall of 2012, we wanted to drive from Seattle to San Fransisco, for the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in Golden Gate Park.

We took advantage of having the car to really extend our trip, visiting friends in Idaho and Yellowstone National Park. There was great hiking in the Sawtooth Mountains, and perfect weather in Yellowstone. At the end of September, it was already well into the autumn season at both locales. And, on our way back, we stayed overnight in Crater Lake National Park.