Originally Posted by Aunt Roady

I realize I'm probably being lazy, but I just learned that I'll have Christmas through New Year's free. I want to ride! My native Illinois is inhospitable to touring more than a day or two, so I want to Amtrak south somewhere. Does anyone have a suggestion for a route of 250-350 miles in relative warmth (nights at 35 F or above)? I have no particular sight-seeing expectations. Rural preferred over urban. Riding a Salsa Fargo so I can deal with some offroad. Prefer camping to credit card touring, but not brave enough for stealth yet. Your ideas are appreciated.