Sounds wonderful but on this trip I'll likely be either 300 miles north
or south. Maybe next time when I do a center of the country tour
instead of the perimeter.
Chuck Norcutt
Bob_Benson@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
> Apparently Chuck is also thinking about places to visit in Utah / Arches.
>
> My experience is that Moab Utah is the central point for the best
> experiences in Utah / Arizona / Wyoming. That's five miles from Arches.
>
> 1. Arches has to be experienced. There are several excellent hikes,
> chief amongst them is Delicate Arch. But even the drive-through with all
> the stopping places are just wonderful.
>
> 2. If you're up to it, White Rim Road is an especially spectacular and -
> even - spiritual experience. (Remember Thelma and Louise? Where they
> flew off the canyon is on this road, about 6 miles in.) It's a dirt
> road and bumpy and even scary at times. But just a wonderful experience.
>
> 3. State 128 along the Colorado river is a wonderful experience.
>
> 4. There are a lot of jeep/4-wheel roads. Rent one, and spend a day.
> Just terrific ! A special experience. If you can go "behind the rocks"
> it's worthwhile.
>
> If you have time, you can drive from Moab to:
>
> 1. Capital Reef National Park. Very worthwhile.
>
> 2. Escalante National Monument. The road from Capital Reef to the town
> of Escalante is a great experience.
>
> 3. Of course Bryce and Zion are within reach. But I'd recommend spending
> scarce time on the items mentioned above, if you have to choose.
>
> 4. Natural Bridge monument south of Moab is worthwhile - but mainly
> because of the driving to get there. If you can see Comb Ridge just south
> of there -- wow.
>
> Driving some of the ranch roads in the San Rafael Swell (just west of
> Green River) is worthwhile.
> Driving Schaefer Canyon Road (from White Rim up to the top of the mesa) is
> simply wonderful. Not for the faint hearted though.
>
> But in general, one cannot go wrong in this part of Utah.
>
> Let me know if I can answer any more specific questions.
>
> Bob Benson
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