June 3rd and 4th were dedicated to putting on some significant eastward miles but we also needed some breaks in driving. We avoided Interstates and drove along US 412 which gave us the flavor of rural america. Continue reading “Flying Now – New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas”
Thursday was our first day of trying to put on some eastward miles but still enjoying the southern sections of Colorado. Our first stop along Rt 160 was just east of Pagosa Springs – Treasure Falls which is just off the highway but the best view is taking a .25 mile hike about 300 feet up a switchback trail. Continue reading “Durango to Trinidad Colorado”
Today was a trip through Southwest Utah re-visiting some familiar places and exploring new ones. We set out towards Natural Bridges National Monument with stops at two ruins which were new to us – Butler Wash and Mule Canyon. Continue reading “Natural Bridges NM, Valley of the Gods and more”
Today we visited two locations which we had visited on our first RV trip in 2008 and they certainly didn’t disappoint this time either. The Grand Canyon is overpowering by it’s shear size – it is difficult to believe as you look across its expanse that rim to rim it is 10 miles. Continue reading “Grand Canyon and Monument Valley”
We left Pasadena on a typical May gray morning but were greeted by bright sunshine and clear roads as we entered the high desert on our way to Arizona. Continue reading “Off to the East Coast”
A weekend trip to the Monterey Peninsula for a visit with family started with a late afternoon stroll through downtown Carmel and along Carmel Bay. It is known for the museums and library of the historic Carmel Mission, and the fairytale cottages and galleries of the village-like center. The Scenic Bluff Path runs along Carmel Beach. Continue reading “Carmel by the Sea”
San Rafael Street Bridge
A clear day and a need for a head clearing walk (struggling to merge setting up a blog, learning to use Lightroom CC and my website) brought me to a several places around Pasadena which seem always to reveal new finds or changing views as the seasons change. Continue reading “Walking Pasadena”
An enjoyable drive over Angles Crest Highway to the high desert where the California Poppy Reserve and Arthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland State Park provides an excellent overview of spring wild flowers and spring cactus. Continue reading “Sunday Drive – through Valleys, San Gabriel Mts. and the High Desert”
On a cool Sunday morning (4-24-2016) I decided to explore the new Gold Line extension out to Azusa CA. A clear day provided an excellent view of the San Gabrielle Mountains as we headed east and several stops along the way highlighted potential dining spots to check out in the future. Continue reading “Test Ride on the Gold Line”
Travelling Photographer 