What do we do on a beautiful, warm, sunny day in AZ, which seems to be everyday lately? Go exploring. It doesn’t matter where because there are countless places to see and things to do. Todays journey took us out past Apache Junction to the Superstition Mountains and then on to Tortilla Flats. There are many stories to be told about the Superstition Mts and surrounding areas, such as, Goldfield Ghost town and the Dutchman Mine. Knowing it was too warm for us to go hiking, we made many stops along the way to get some better views.
We made a stop at Canyon Lake, a reservoir and dam nestled in the valley of the mountains, with a campground at waters edge. Oh how we would love to spend a week or two there but getting the motorhome there would turn out to be a “trip from hell”, one we’re not willing to make. Making all the turns on narrow roads is not what we like to drive in the motorhome. Besides, it’s not like it’s some back country road….it’s a very busy place.
After we pass Canyon Lake, the road signs indicate slow speeds, winding roads (which included many hairpin turns), and of course, a change in elevation, to get to Tortilla Flats on the other side of the mountain. The scenery was like eye candy. Making our way through the many turns brings us to Tortilla Flats which is basically the end of the road. As we stroll through town inhaling the aroma of tantalizing foods, we decide it must be lunch time and let our noses lead us to the local pub and restaurant. We have seen some pretty interesting decor in the local places we have visited and this one did not disappoint us. The seats at the bar are very unique, but I’m not sure about how comfortable they are and the walls in the entire place are covered in One dollar bills. We tried to guess how much money was there but it would be anyones guess, although I’m sure the owner has a pretty good idea. The weather and locale coaxed us down to the local general store to partake of some cold, creamy ice cream (but then who needs an excuse to have a yummy ice cream!) What a way to end our visit. Unfortunately, we had to turn around and retrace our route back home because a short distance ahead would be a very rough, rocky dirt road that leads to the Roosevelt Dam. Only the brave with 4 wheel ORV capability venture down it. But that’s ok, we knew all this before we started this venture. As we headed back it was an added treat to see the same sights but from a different view.
When we experience days like this we feel blessed to live this lifestyle and we are amazed at all of Gods creations. I hope you are able to find the beauty in the things around you, regardless of where you might be. Look up everyone, it amazing out there.
****Hopefully this will be my last blog using this website. Going back to my original site but it doesn’t seem to be an easy move,
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