Sedona -A Must See

Feb.14th- After spending a week in Apache Junction with Larry and Lori we headed north to Sedona AZ. Sedona is situated in the high country just south of Flagstaff. A number of people had told us that Sedona is a “must-see” but we weren't really prepared for the natural beauty of the area.

The houses are all Santa Fe style and tucked into pockets of greenery so none compete with the spectacular scenery.

As we entered the city, we began to see monolithic mountains and red rock formations.

Towering cliffs, unique formations and a palette of rich colors.

The design and color of the roads blend in with the surrounding landscape.

The shape and beauty of the rock formations defy description.

View from Chapel Drive.

The Chapel of the Holy Cross, a beautiful chapel built on a twin pinnacled spur about 250 feet high, jutting out of a thousand foot red rock wall. It's hard to believe this modern looking structure was built in 1956.

The guardians of the Chapel.

A cactus garden bordering the chapel grounds.

An Angel in the garden.

The view from inside the church.

Looking down the valley from the church.

Another view of the mountains surrounding the church

Looking up at the Chapel Of The Holy Cross .

Rock Spires

Alvina at rest stop

Beautiful

Red rock formation

Bell Rock

Cathedral Rock

Bell Rock,believed to be one of the spiritual vortexes in the area.

Castle rock

Bees and Sunsets at Blythe C.A.

While sitting outside reading a book and enjoying the sunshine, our attention was suddenly diverted by a unique sound rolling across the desert towards us. As the sound moved closer it increased in intensity and we were able to identify the source. The sky turned darker as tens of thousands of bees flew past us and swarmed onto a tree branch some 25 feet from our motorhome.

At 10 o'clock the next morning the Bees abruptly left and continued their journey.

The swarm passed right over us as they left.

Very short Quicktime movie showing the Bees departing

The sunsets at the Midland B.L.M. north of Blythe C.A. are nothing short of spectacular.

Grand Canyon North Rim,Cameron Arizona

Oct.6th to 7th-- From Jacob Lake we took AZ. Hwy. 67 about 30 miles to the park entrance and a further 14 miles to the North Rim of The Grand Canyon. The walk up to the Grand Canyon Lodge, situated right on the lip of the Canyon, was breathtaking and spectacular.

The Grand canyon at last.

Almost there.

First glimpse of the Canyon

Just another great day.

WOW!

To really appreciate the depth of the Canyon you have to be here.

Today was not the best for taking pictures due to the heavy smog from California.

Elevation at the North Rim is close to 8ooo feet.

This picture alone was worth the trip.

The Lodge is a go to destination for overseas travelers and because of it's popularity, reservations are made years in advance.

A windy day. What a view from this lookout.

The blue line at the top of this picture is actually smog coming in from San Francisco.

These cabins sit right on the rim of the Canyon and have UNBELIEVABLE Views.

The Grand Canyon is a must see.

Bright Angel Point -a walk with fantastic views.

One of the views along the Bright Angel trail.

Scenery along the highway between the North Rim and Cameron Arizona.

The last chance motel.

More scenery along the way.

The Cameron Post Office.

Leaving the North Rim we took the east route around the park and stayed the night at Cameron AZ. before driving to the south rim of the Grand Canyon.

Great restaurant at the Cameron Trading Post. Note the tin roof.