I just got my Arizona Travel Guide in the mail and after going through a few pages I came to this add for Discover Navajo. It made me smile. It reads: "Near Tuba City, AZ- right off Highway 264 - past mile marker 337.25 - just east of the dirt road - If you pass the windmill you've gone too far ..." I think that Terri and I will follow those directions one day.
Bedrock City Still Lives! - Travel To The Home of The Flintstones - Valle Arizona
Located in the small town of Valle, Arizona, Bedrock City sat halfway between the south rim of the Grand Canyon and the beloved Route 66 city of Williams. Like its sister location in South Dakota, the park immortalized the humorous, quirky characters and locations that defined The Flintstones.
It was a warm but comfortable summer night when the little lady and I pulled into the town of Williams, Arizona. Williams has always been one of my favorite destinations because it is the home of the Grand Canyon Railway, which is one the best tourist railroads in America. I also have a soft spot for Williams because in the early 90s my car broke down just outside of town and I ended up being marooned there for almost a week.
In it's heyday Route 66 was a literal haven of roadside attractions and souvenir emporiums. Some of these landmarks were rather interesting while the others truly deserved title 'tourist trap'. Indeed the 2,448 mile highway that spanned from Chicago to Los Angeles was thing of wonder for anyone who pulled over from time to time as well as anyone who simply spent the hours starring out the window.
Here is some information about Coal Mine Canyon near Tuba City, Arizona from the Visit Navajo website:
Coalmine Canyon lies on the border of the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe. Be aware both Tribes have different rules and regulations regarding the canyon. The Navajo Nation occupies the western portion of the Canyon, while the Hopi Tribe occupies the eastern portion.
The trails are not improved or maintained and are usually marked with rock claims. To reach the trailheads, topographic maps and drives over rough roads are required. Roads can become impassible in wet weather, and conditions can change quickly. Travelers are cautioned to be prepared. To ensure having an enjoyable experience, plan your trip carefully. Most trails are rated strenuous to moderately strenuous, and good physical conditioning is important. Many Navajo families still live on the reservation annually. Please be respectful of homesites and animals in these areas. The terrain is rough, water is scarce, and the weather is often extreme in most areas.
In summer, the trails are hot and dry; in winter, elevations make them subject to severe cold and high winds. Due to the quick changes in the weather, be aware of the dangers of flash floods. While this danger is greatest during the summer monsoon season (July through September), flash floods can occur at any time of the year.
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