Part 2: Days 9 - 11
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| Our RV ready for pickup at Chapman Fleet Services in Tempe. |
It was time for an oil change and systems check. Our RV is on a Chevy 4500 chassis so we made an appointment with a Tempe dealer's Fleet Division for large vehicles.
Service on the road has always been a positive experience. Chapman Chevrolet was no exception.
After our morning appointment was over, we headed west and north of Phoenix to the White Tank Mountain Regional Park. We had reservations for a three night stay in the beautiful desert environment of this popular park.
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| A beautiful desert setting at Site #9 at White Tank Mountain Regional Park. |
We walked through the 40 site Family Campground before dinner. As you can see, a strong rain and wind storm was approaching. We had a site on the inner side of the loop road which was fine, but the sites on the outer side had even better views and more privacy. This time of year reservations well in advance are a must.
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| Well maintained trails led to the central restroom with showers. |
Each site came with electricity and water hookups. A sewer dump station and trash bin was provided at the entrance.
February 11-12: After the night's heavy rain and morning sun, the desert came alive. Green grass sprouted everywhere and there were a few flowers starting to bloom. Each day we took a hike on some of the park's trails. There are many to choose from.
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| White Tank Mountain views from the Ironwood Trail. |
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| Valley views with Phoenix in the distance from the Ironwood Trail. |
How many campsites have their own massive Saguaro cactus? If you want one, come visit White Tank Mountain. -- Wayne and Margy
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| Well spaced sites give you privacy and a piece of the desert all your own. |
Trip Mileage Log
Leg - 51 miles
Total - 411 miles
The desert can be so pretty, I just love cactuses.
ReplyDeleteIt really is, especially when we are so wet and cold. - Margy
DeleteIt must be great camping in the dessert. I've never been that far South. Thanks for sharing these great photos. Thelma.
ReplyDeleteIt really is. The days are nice and warm, but the nights are cool for good sleeping. - Margy
DeleteWonderful views of the cacti & desert!
ReplyDeleteThanks. It is so pretty right now. - Margy
DeleteThe cacti look so pretty. Lovely pics! Your RV adventures are amazing.
ReplyDeleteThis is our second year to travel down here to Arizona. Last year was in a rental RV. This year we are in the one we bought for ourselves. - Margy
DeleteYour RV looks very nice and comfortable. We never traveled this way although we have friends that RV camp in a place in Mesa, AZ for a month every March and they love it!
ReplyDeleteWe wanted a small RV so it was easier to drive and park, especially in grocery stores and fast food restaurants while we are on the road. Plus we are used to living in small spaces. Our float cabin home isn't much bigger. - Margy
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