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A Summer Trip to Sedona
June 6, 2010
Today we headed North to Sedona again. It was a hot, beautiful day. It was due to be about 110 in Mesa, so we decided to head for the high country in hopes of finding cooler weather. Our plan was to find a new RV Park to move to the following weekend. We did find a nice park in Camp Verde, but ultimately decided even Camp Verde would be too hot in the Summer.
After checking out several RV Parks in Camp Verde we drove to Cottonwood to see a couple more. Then we drove to Sedona via Hwy 89A, which approaches from the South and then turns East. Normally we come up Hwy 179 which comes in from the Southeast.
Next we went for a beautiful drive down to Oak Creek along the Red Rock Loop. Here is a photo of Cathedral Rocks and some pretty clouds in the distance.
Here is a closer shot of Cathedral Rocks.
Another view of Cathedral Rocks, some Pinyon Trees and a Yucca plant in bloom.
Courthouse Butte and Cathedral Rocks in the distance, framed by a Pinyon Pine.
Another view of Courthouse Butte and Cathedral Rocks in the distance.
Beautiful red rocks and clouds from the Airport Mesa.
A wide (12×40) panoramic view of Sedona from Airport Mesa.
Bell Rock near Sunset. One of my favorite places and times to visit.
Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock.
I’m sure this formation has a name, but I’m not sure what it is.
To me, this is the definition of scenic view. Another great trip to Sedona.
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Airport Mesa · Arizona · Bell Rock · Cathedral Rock · Courthouse Butte · Red Rock Country · Red Rocks · Sedona
Another Trip to Sedona
Sedona, AZ – April 25, 2010
Today we headed North to Sedona, AZ to celebrate my birthday. We left a bit early, which was a good thing because we ran into a lot of construction traffic along the way. We arrived in Sedona a few minutes late, but were welcomed by these beautiful rocks and dear friends.
Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte in Sedona, AZ
Beautiful Bell Rock, one of my favorite Sedona Vortex hikes
Another view of Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte
Several friends joined us for a delicious lunch at one of my favorite Mexican restaurants anywhere, the Javelina Cantina, in the Hillside Mall in Sedona.
Boynton Canyon, Sedona, AZ
After lunch my dear friends Joyce and Roger and I went for a hike in Boynton Canyon. Here is a map of our excursion. 1 – Bell Rock, 2 – Javelina Cantina, 3 – Boynton Canyon
Along the trail in Boynton Canyon
A pretty flower along the trail in Boynton Canyon
A Juniper tree along the trail in Boynton Canyon
Along the trail in Boynton Canyon 2
Along the trail in Boynton Canyon 3
Along the trail in Boynton Canyon 4
Along the trail in Boynton Canyon 5
Finally at the Boynton Canyon view point.
The photographer and his dog at the Boynton Canyon vortex
Cairns at the Boynton Canyon Vortex
Boynton Canyon View
Friends at the Boynton Canyon view point
Along the trail back
Cactus and flowers along the trail back
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Arizona · Bell Rock · Boynton Canyon · Cathedral Rock · Red Rock Country · Red Rocks · Sedona
Superstition Mountains
Apache Junction, AZ – March 14, 2010
Today we headed North East of Mesa, Az. This is our 6th Winter in Mesa. It was good to get out of town for a few hours.
Superstition Mountains Roadside Marker in Apache Junction, AZ
We started our trip from Apache Junction and headed out on Rte. 88. A few miles up the road we stopped at a roadside gallery run by some Native Americans and checked out their beautiful hand crafted art.
Superstition Mountains
Although not a large range of mountains, more like a large outcropping, the Superstition Mountains are impressive for their ruggedness.
Somewhere Along the Road
Here is a map of our excursion. These photos were taken near marker 2.
Along the Road 2
Along the Road 3
Along the Road 4
Canyon Lake
This beautiful lake has many long arms, extending for miles and miles. We have taken a steamboat ride here several times.
Canyon Lake 2
Tortilla Flat
This little town has a rather colorful history and is a common destination for bikers and people like us – just out for a Sunday drive.
Tortilla Flat Museum
Tortilla Flat River Crossing
This road is often flooded, and sometimes impassible, but crossed never-the-less.
Tortilla Flat Mail Box
I thought this Pony Express Mail Drop was very interesting and colorful.
Tortilla Flat History
This history on the other side of the mail box, which lists all the owners of the Tortilla Flat, is very interesting. Apparently there was a major fire in 1926 and the first Post office was built in 1927.
Lost Dutchman State Park
This state park is a good place to hike in the area.
Lost Dutchman State Park 2
Superstition Mountains Museum
Although we arrived after closing time, this appears to be a great museum.
Superstition Mountains Museum 2
Superstition Mountains Museum 3
Arizona · cactus · history · lakes · Superstition Mountains · Tortilla Flat
