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If you aren't new to pulling a trailer, get off I-64 E on top of Afton Mountain and take 250 west then about a mile right onto 151 South to 6 south (east?) to Rt 29. This cuts off almost 40 miles and is very scenic, but 2 lane and sometimes winding. Puts you 7 miles north of Lovingston which is the main landmark town for turning off to Lockn, although they use a couple of ways in off 29. If you aren't new to pulling a trailer, get off I-64 E on top of Afton Mountain and take 250 west then about a mile right onto 151 South to 6 south (east?) to Rt 29. This cuts off almost 40 miles and is very scenic, but 2 lane and sometimes winding. Puts you 7 miles north of Lovingston which is the main landmark town for turning off to Lockn, although they use a couple of ways in off 29. If you aren't new to pulling a trailer, get off I-64 E on top of Afton Mountain and take 250 west then about a mile right onto 151 South to 6 south (east?) to Rt 29. This cuts off almost 40 miles and is very scenic, but 2 lane and sometimes winding. Puts you 7 miles north of Lovingston which is the main landmark town for turning off to Lockn, although they use a couple of ways in off 29. Please note: This forum is in no way officially associated with Lockn' Festival or its promoters.
Post by smagnolia on May 27, 2018 9:37:50 GMT -5
We are first timers looking for the best route to Arrington. Sometimes I wish mapquest didn’t give options. Ha!
We are also looking for a hotel at midpoint as we are breaking travel in to two days.
Kynd suggestions appreciated~
Peace........
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Post by Deleted on May 27, 2018 11:21:24 GMT -5
As one who avoids I95, I would take I81 south to Staunton, VA, (exit 220 iirc), go east on I64, take exit 118 (rt29 south) and that will take you directly to Lockn.We are first timers looking for the best route to Arrington. Sometimes I wish mapquest didn’t give options. Ha! 
We are also looking for a hotel at midpoint as we are breaking travel in to two days.
Kynd suggestions appreciated~
Peace........
Post by smagnolia on May 28, 2018 7:21:29 GMT -5
Happy Memorial Day and don’t try to get on any driving sites! Oh, geeez! So many “try again later” messages.
I am absolutely going to check in to 1-81. Finding a reasonable hotel midway is a challenge but we are willing and able to go off the beaten track for that. (Harrisburg is about midway and a bit pricey.)
I, also, would love to avoid I 95!
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Post by suebhunny on May 29, 2018 8:26:16 GMT -5
About 20 miles beyond Harrisburg is a town called Carlisle. It's a big trucking hub and there is a strip of truck stops and more affordable hotels/motels there, just off of 81.Happy Memorial Day and don’t try to get on any driving sites! Oh, geeez! So many “try again later” messages.
I am absolutely going to check in to 1-81. Finding a reasonable hotel midway is a challenge but we are willing and able to go off the beaten track for that. (Harrisburg is about midway and a bit pricey.)
I, also, would love to avoid I 95!
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Post by smosey wales on May 29, 2018 11:40:33 GMT -5
May 27, 2018 11:21:24 GMT -5 @uberxy said:As one who avoids I95, I would take I81 south to Staunton, VA, (exit 220 iirc), go east on I64, take exit 118 (rt29 south) and that will take you directly to Lockn.We are first timers looking for the best route to Arrington. Sometimes I wish mapquest didn’t give options. Ha!
We are also looking for a hotel at midpoint as we are breaking travel in to two days.
Kynd suggestions appreciated~
Peace........
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Post by smagnolia on May 30, 2018 19:11:59 GMT -5
I will absolutely check out the prices! We are more than excited to be finally taking the trip. About 20 miles beyond Harrisburg is a town called Carlisle. It's a big trucking hub and there is a strip of truck stops and more affordable hotels/motels there, just off of 81.Happy Memorial Day and don’t try to get on any driving sites! Oh, geeez! So many “try again later” messages.
I am absolutely going to check in to 1-81. Finding a reasonable hotel midway is a challenge but we are willing and able to go off the beaten track for that. (Harrisburg is about midway and a bit pricey.)
I, also, would love to avoid I 95!
Thanks!
Post by smagnolia on May 30, 2018 19:14:40 GMT -5
Thank goodness we aren’t pulling a trailer. But love a scenic route and will see if time allows. May 27, 2018 11:21:24 GMT -5 @uberxy said:As one who avoids I95, I would take I81 south to Staunton, VA, (exit 220 iirc), go east on I64, take exit 118 (rt29 south) and that will take you directly to Lockn.
Hm......wondering if Roadside America is still around! 😃😃😃
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Post by The Other One on May 30, 2018 19:35:23 GMT -5
We are looking forward to meeting you. See you **soon**, it's gonna be HUGE...I will absolutely check out the prices! We are more than excited to be finally taking the trip. About 20 miles beyond Harrisburg is a town called Carlisle. It's a big trucking hub and there is a strip of truck stops and more affordable hotels/motels there, just off of 81.
Thanks!
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Post by war fart on May 30, 2018 20:24:23 GMT -5
Thank goodness we aren’t pulling a trailer. But love a scenic route and will see if time allows.
Hm......wondering if Roadside America is still around! 😃😃😃
Yes, it is. We caught DSO in the pouring rain at a venue about a mile from there a couple years ago. There's a horse show venue near there that hosts small, local fests too.
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Post by smagnolia on Jun 17, 2018 14:50:39 GMT -5
I just booked my room in Carlisle for the day prior to arrival! It’s so exciting to be one step closer. About 20 miles beyond Harrisburg is a town called Carlisle. It's a big trucking hub and there is a strip of truck stops and more affordable hotels/motels there, just off of 81.Happy Memorial Day and don’t try to get on any driving sites! Oh, geeez! So many “try again later” messages.
I am absolutely going to check in to 1-81. Finding a reasonable hotel midway is a challenge but we are willing and able to go off the beaten track for that. (Harrisburg is about midway and a bit pricey.)
I, also, would love to avoid I 95!
Now to look for a place coming back. That should be an easy one. No pressure!
thanks!
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Post by suebhunny on Jun 20, 2018 8:10:06 GMT -5
Glad that is going to work out for you! Enjoy the fest!I just booked my room in Carlisle for the day prior to arrival! It’s so exciting to be one step closer. About 20 miles beyond Harrisburg is a town called Carlisle. It's a big trucking hub and there is a strip of truck stops and more affordable hotels/motels there, just off of 81.
Now to look for a place coming back. That should be an easy one. No pressure!
thanks!
😃✌🏼🎶❤️
