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ExploreDesert - Sedona to the Grand Canyon
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Sometimes a sudden change in plans can be a good thing.
Our original intention for the 3 day Memorial weekend was to drive out to a town just west of Phoenix to stay with some close friends that had just finished moving into their new home. As the week was drawing to a close, the plans changed which left us with a dilemma. Now what do we do?
Already having our minds set for a road trip into Arizona, I spent the last couple days before our departure on setting a route from Sedona to the Grand Canyon. We've never seen either before and I wasn't going to waste it on being grouped up with all the tourists, but the trick was finding the back-country area, dirt trails and camping areas on such short notice. Luckily, mapping out and researching a trip is something I've become proficient at it and before long, our weekends adventure came to life.
On Friday I finished the last minute details, closed the shop early and headed home to pack the truck. A little after 4 p.m. we were Arizona bound.
Crossing over the Colorado River in Blythe.
Although spending the weekend with our friends was not going to happen, it didn't mean we couldn't stop by and surprise them on the way through. Was also a great reason to stretch our legs after being in the truck for 5 hours. After a tour of the new house, some laughs and a farewell, we set way to our camp for the night in the western Sedona region.
Candace succumbed to sleep not long after passing through Phoenix. Another hour and a half to go, I loaded up a fresh playlist on Spotify and cracked a cold Red Bull for the remaining drive.
After hours of driving on pavement, it was finally time to hit the dirt. Turned off 89A onto FR525 and headed north. Surprisingly, the area was packed with ground tents & campers. Eventually we found a spot after about 20 minutes of searching that was secluded and would make for a nice view in the morning.
Unzipping the front door to the Tepui did not disappoint! The rocks, vegetation and colors of Sedona is absolutely amazing!
"Whutcha' Doing?"
Trails through the area were prime. With isolated rain storms, hardly any dust and great traction.
Got camp packed up and explored the area prior to heading into town for a late breakfast/early lunch.
Decisions...
Just as we were finishing up the last bit of trail, waves of rental ATV’s came rushing through. Most clueless on how to drive through terrain nor showing any trail etiquette.
Read it on our website here: www.exploredesert.com
_______________________________________
Sometimes a sudden change in plans can be a good thing.
Our original intention for the 3 day Memorial weekend was to drive out to a town just west of Phoenix to stay with some close friends that had just finished moving into their new home. As the week was drawing to a close, the plans changed which left us with a dilemma. Now what do we do?
Already having our minds set for a road trip into Arizona, I spent the last couple days before our departure on setting a route from Sedona to the Grand Canyon. We've never seen either before and I wasn't going to waste it on being grouped up with all the tourists, but the trick was finding the back-country area, dirt trails and camping areas on such short notice. Luckily, mapping out and researching a trip is something I've become proficient at it and before long, our weekends adventure came to life.
On Friday I finished the last minute details, closed the shop early and headed home to pack the truck. A little after 4 p.m. we were Arizona bound.
Crossing over the Colorado River in Blythe.
Although spending the weekend with our friends was not going to happen, it didn't mean we couldn't stop by and surprise them on the way through. Was also a great reason to stretch our legs after being in the truck for 5 hours. After a tour of the new house, some laughs and a farewell, we set way to our camp for the night in the western Sedona region.
Candace succumbed to sleep not long after passing through Phoenix. Another hour and a half to go, I loaded up a fresh playlist on Spotify and cracked a cold Red Bull for the remaining drive.
After hours of driving on pavement, it was finally time to hit the dirt. Turned off 89A onto FR525 and headed north. Surprisingly, the area was packed with ground tents & campers. Eventually we found a spot after about 20 minutes of searching that was secluded and would make for a nice view in the morning.
Unzipping the front door to the Tepui did not disappoint! The rocks, vegetation and colors of Sedona is absolutely amazing!
"Whutcha' Doing?"
Trails through the area were prime. With isolated rain storms, hardly any dust and great traction.
Got camp packed up and explored the area prior to heading into town for a late breakfast/early lunch.
Decisions...
Just as we were finishing up the last bit of trail, waves of rental ATV’s came rushing through. Most clueless on how to drive through terrain nor showing any trail etiquette.
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