Quote Originally Posted by cruisinTx View Post
Can't argue with powerscol's suggested routes. There should be ample fuel stations the entire way and to my knowledge, no toll roads.

The only thing I might add is take a look at a few of the state parks between Wichita Falls and Amarillo for overnight stays unless you plan to boondock at Walmarts to minimize down time. I just entered that route from the TX/LA state line on I-20; it's ~1030 miles according to MS Streets & Trips. Visiting any of these parks will add a little more time and miles but nothing more than an hour

south of Quanah is Copper Breaks SP (additional mileage 17)
north of Quitaque (kitty kway) is Caprock Canyons SP (additional mileage 39)
east of Canyon is Palo Duro Canyon SP (additional mileage 39)

edit: I'm pretty sure the advice to use 556 is spot-on. According this from MS S&T it is the best choice for getting around Albuquerque and back to I-25.
Definitely avoid going through Dallas! The Hwy 69 north suggestion is correct.

I second the Texas State Parks, but be aware they are tough to get into during the summer. Make reservations now. I'll add Tyler State Park which is right on Interstate 20 before you get to Hwy 69. Again, make reservations now.

After you turn north at Albuquerque, there is a casino on I 25 about 4 miles north of Bernalillo. A nice $20/night gravel parking lot with water and electric. Easy in and out. A great truck stop next door for fuel. This is a great overnight stop. Then Hwy 550 is an easy drive to Durango.