Day 6 & 7 - Get you kicks on Route 66

DAY 6 & 7: We made our way from Provo , Utah to Joshua Tree National Park. It was a good day’s drive as we took the more “scenic” & “well travelled” route 66. As you can see from our photo, the highway was clear unlike the weather. I think we say maybe 3 cars in the span of 4 hours of driving on the Route 66 highway. It was worth it as it was a nice way to see the country.

We spent 2 nights at Joshua Tree as they was so much to explore. The kids loved climbing on the

rocks. We camped in Joshua Tree park (Jumbo Rocks campground) for $10/night!!!! Of course this did not include any of the great RV amenities that we are accustomed to. The weather was a little cold as it rained the first night. Kids & Carrie were up early and set out for a morning hike, as I worked on my school work. Later in the day, we went on an adventure drive…something that may not be wise in the dessert. Anyhow, we followed the map to a dirt road called Geology Tour Rd. It was suggested as a great scenic road in the park info. (especially for mtn. biking). The road was to take us to the south western tip of the park. Well, the adventure was a little more than we were looking for. It is best just to sum it up letting you know that the new truck performed very well in 4X4!!! In case you were wondering, we did not have the trailer attached. Full tour was about 4 hours of driving. As for Joshua Tree, all I can say it was a truly amazing peaceful place to be.