Ajo, Arizona
After leaving Bates Well Ranch yesterday, Yuma and I had decided we would not take the west route to Yuma. Sure that would be a big mistake. So, we decided to head south towards the Mexican border.
I must say the route south is as scenic as it is remote. The road is great so far.
Yuma just loves to chase birds. We had just stopped at the fork in the road and turned left onto Pozo Nuevo Road.
The southern scenery is beautiful and the road ahead is still good.
We are at the turn to the south in Growler Valley now.
Sure sign that someone from south of the border has passed this way recently. Empty water jugs on the side of the road.
We are already outside of any cell or internet service. Border Patrol is kind enough to place these phone stations along the road. Only saw two in the 15 miles we traveled.
Pozo Nuevo was just another corral for cattle. Not much left.
Soon, we were at the border to Mexico. There are the posts that President Trump is replacing with his wall.
There is a beautiful small spring just on the American side of the border. It is named Quitobaquito. Aptly so, because that is the Spanish word for "small spring".
Now for "Trump Wall". See the comparison. It is just now being built, so not a finished product.
It is getting close to sundown, so I better get going if I want to get home soon after dark. Luckily, I'm only about 10 miles from highway 85, so I'm not too worried.
Oops! Missed a spot.
Stopped along highway 85 to catch the last rays of the day. It was a long day, but an enjoyable journey. Ajo Mountain with the last of the sun rays hitting to the east and the sun setting to the west.
See you later.
Beautiful pictures.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dolly. It was a long and eventful day.
DeleteFun to explore those old settlements. Beautiful shots of the scenery and sunset.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dave. It was interesting to see the old settlement and the rugged way they lived as late as the 1970s.
DeleteThanks for the back country tours.
ReplyDeleteThanks Barney. It was fun.
DeleteI love driving those back roads, but have gotten myself in trouble a time or two. I think I need better maps.
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about getting lost. I've done that a few times. Or get my Jeep in bad situations. Luckily, Phillip helped with directions and I had a map of the area.
DeleteI still worry when I hear where you and Yuma head but I'm sure you're safer than I am thinking. :) Such lovely scenery and the picture of the wall comparison is very interesting!
ReplyDeleteI never really get nervous, but when so far out I do keep one in the chamber just in case of troubles. It turned out to be uneventful for the drive on Pozo Nuevo Road and the road was actually quite good. It was well worth the scenery and solitude. Never saw anyone on the road.
DeleteWhat a wonderful drive and great pictures. On some less travelled roads and areas.
ReplyDeleteIt was fun and definitely less traveled. Was good to have a map so at least I knew where I was heading. Many times that's not the case.
DeleteWhat a great drive..we got a chuckle over the "missed a spot"..I always love pictures of the old corrals! Sunset pics are lovely.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I was glad to see the construction as it was happening. History in the making. Those old ranches and corrals remind us of how rugged this country used to be and still is to a certain extent.
DeleteYou & Yuma go to some kind of scary places 😱 . Glad you got back home safely. Very interesting views & thoughts about the border.
ReplyDeleteThanks Moonfly. The sign scared me more than the actual 15 mile journey. It turned out to be a piece of cake. I've been on many a lot worse. It was a beautiful and remote drive though. Never saw a soul and loved the quiet and solitude along the way.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos. I really like the one through the wall. Very nice. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome. I wasn't sure if I would find the new wall but luckily I passed right next it on my way out of there.
ReplyDeleteANOTHER good day enjoying the area thanks for thpictures and your adventures.
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