Friday, June 20, 2014

Moab Utah, Scenic Byway 128…

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imageI really don’t know what to say other than the scenery here is  just unreal…  it simply blows my mind. We spent our first day at Arches National Park and saw many a wonder and our second day was more of the same… fabulous. We drove about thirty miles down state highway 128 just north of Moab and it is one of the most scenic byways we have ever driven on. The road follows along the Colorado River and offers one breathtaking vista after another. Taking in a few short hikes to immerse in our surroundings made it all the better… the most stunning hike was around the Fisher Towers. Once again I won’t waste any words and will instead post more photographs…

We had to move over to another park as Spanish Trails RV Park could only accommodate us for three nights. We are now about a mile further out of town at OK RV Park, another Passport America Park that honors PA rates in June. Some have asked about the weather here and the main reason we headed this way was an unseasonable cool weather pattern had settled in place. Our first four days are in the low 80’s with yesterday’s high only reaching 77. The warm up begins with days heading back to more normal mid 90’s for highs. The 100’s are just around the corner according to the locals… but our week here will be up by Monday…

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to be continued….

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14 comments:

  1. CherylJune 20, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    Beautiful photos! Made me kinda miss the southwest. Safe journey to your next adventure.....

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  2. AnonymousJune 20, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    One of our favorite places to explore. There's always something even more amazing around the corner. Be sure and take in Canyonlands NP and Dead Horse Point SP. You lucked out with those temps this time of year, which is why we opt to visit in spring and fall.

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  3. our awesome travelsJune 20, 2014 at 11:22 AM

    You are having too much fun and taking awesome photos, thanks for sharing.

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  4. Bobbie and JimJune 20, 2014 at 11:59 AM

    Your photos are beautiful as always. Sure enjoy reading your blog.

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  5. Travels with EmmaJune 20, 2014 at 12:46 PM

    Beautiful scenery for sure!

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  6. Faye N DaveJune 20, 2014 at 2:38 PM

    If you haven't taken it Valley of the Gods road south of Moab is a great don't miss ride. Nice the weather is working in your favor.

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  7. John and Pam (ohtheplacestheygo.wordpress.com)June 20, 2014 at 8:05 PM

    I'm so glad you got to Fisher Tower. Did you see the rock climbers? They climb that strange rock Ancient Arch. You have a photo of it. Did you ever see the Citibank commercial that was filmed there? It was very cool. A scary climb for sure.

    We stayed at OK RV Park when we first arrived. We only lasted a few days...way too dusty. We moved down the road to Portal RV Resort for the rest of the month.

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  8. Catherine, Jo Beth and GraceJune 21, 2014 at 4:29 PM

    It really is fantastic scenery.

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  9. Bob and JoJune 21, 2014 at 11:53 PM

    You have to see this scenery to believe it.

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  10. Karen and AlJune 22, 2014 at 6:32 AM

    Beautiful scenery and beautiful pictures.

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  11. AnonymousJune 22, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    We can't wait to explore this part of Utah. Your photos are gorgeous, particularly that first shot.

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  12. AnonymousJune 22, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    Wow, great place can't wait to be there in a couple of years. Thanks for the preview.

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  13. UnknownJune 23, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    We had planned a trip there this fall but have been delayed. Hope to see this place next spring (before the hot weather).

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  14. Georgia Adventure Rider, Dual Sport TouringJune 23, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    a great area as long as the temp is low..

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