As we descended down the other side of Mt. Lemmon, we stopped at a cafe and had some lemon ice cream pie and iced tea. Then we turned around and went back through the pass again. :)
Monday, March 24, 2008
MOUNT LEMMON
After our cruise through the park, we decided to climb Mt. Lemmon at the recommendation of Winn and John, and Keith as well.
We had a ball!
Great switchbacks, beautiful vistas, totally fun twists and turns. I got a shot of Paul on his 'Busa coming around one of the turns.
Mt. Lemmon is a rare jewel in the Arizona desert. Jutting up 9,000 feet above sea level, this magnificent mountain peak stands amidst the pale backdrop of the sparse desert sand and cactus.
As we climbed into the higher elevations, we had to have the usual tourist photo in the snow (it was 70 degrees out)
SAQUARO NATIONAL PARK EAST
Paul and I took the loop road today on the motorcycles. I apologise for raving about the desert here, over and over. It has really left a huge impression on me. It's like a giant cultivated garden. So incredibly beautiful. If you are ever in Tucson, be sure to drive this loop, especially if the desert is blooming.
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