Day 01 / 25
Friday, May 15, 2026
San Diego → Gila Bend, AZ
Out of the marine layer, into the Sonoran
- 340 miles
- 7–8 drive hours
- Electrify America Yuma Palms first charge
- Sonoran Desert RV Park tonight
Weather: Hot desert. Yuma can hit 100°F in May. Leave SD by 2 PM to avoid worst heat.
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The day
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start
San Diego (Depart)
Top off to 100% before hitching. Set Rivian tow profile.
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optional scenic
Anza-Borrego Desert SP Visitor Center
Optional 30-min detour — underground visitor center, quick dog walk. Skip if you left late.
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charge
Electrify America Yuma Palms
350kW. Scout the lot for trailer-friendly stalls.
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photo
Dateland Date Shake
Exit 67. World-famous date shake. 10-min stop.
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sleep
Sonoran Desert RV Park
Full hookup, 50A.
Where the electrons come from
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EA
Electrify America Yuma Palms
350kW stalls, long cables — may not need to unhitch. Target across lot for snacks/restroom.