Are you traveling I-95 with kids? Check out our Google Map of stops, playgrounds, rest areas, gas stations, and more!

It’s no secret, that snacks and meals on the road can add up fast in both dollars and calories. We have found that avoiding gas station snacks and drive-thrus on our travels helps us to keep our budget in line and allows us more time for exploring as we make our way to our destination.

From Pigeon Forge, we continued south with a half-day planned in Helen, Georgia. We have had this on our radar for a while, as we are huge fans of Frankenmuth, Michigan and this gave similar vibes. We had a delicious lunch at Bodensee and spent some time walking around town.

Plan your next road trip from New Jersey to Michigan with stops to see Dave Grohl Alley, The World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and more!

We have so many items that make our adventures easier, but these 5 got the most use during our 7 week road trip in the summer of 2022.