Southwest Trip Planning

[bmk]

Hey all,

Finally placed the order for a loaded Grandby, can't wait to pick it up. For its break-in trip was thinking of heading to the SW. Thinking of hitting East Sierras, Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Grand Staircase, Death Valley..... So, I know it's a long list, but, could use some advise on must see areas within or near these destinations including good (free, or really nice pay) camping spots. Thanks in advanced.

Brandon

 

[generubin]

Must see's and do's:

1. Bluff Utah, to Mexican Hat one day river raft trip with Wild River Expeditions out of Bluff.
2. Canyonlands White Rim Trail
3. Saline Valley Hot Springs, Death Valley NP.
4. Navajo National Monument, overflow primitive camping area, Navajo Rez.
5. First Mesa and Walpi, Hopi Rez.
6. California Redwood Parks
7. Cathedral Valley, Capitol Reef NP.

 

[clikrf8]

Eastern Sierras: Mono lake, Bodie (cool ghost town) and the Bristlecone Pine Forest all off of 395.

Second the list from Gene Rubin. We are heading there in a few weeks, probably do Colorado National Monument. San Rafael Swell, Canyonlands, Valley of the Gods, Monument Valley, Glen Canyon area, maybe try Dinosaur and Flaming Gorge. Not sure at this point. Happy trails.