Light traffic to the canyon. Took some detours to continue on Route 66. We have all driven part of Route 66!
Took 64 up to the canyon, some construction and traffic was light on a very good road. Didn't see any elk though the crossing signs were posted.
Wind very strong and temps only in the 60's
Parking lot was full and we parked on the side of the roadway. Got out and walked over a mile of the south rim. Severeal people lost hats due to the wind. More green seen this time than when Thelma and Carol had been there before. Could see parts of the Colorado River.
Along the roadways we saw many washes with names like Peacock, Rattlesnake, Sandy basin. The little colorado river was half water and half sand bars.
Hit the gift shops and found lots of goodies.
Back on I-40 we continued on to Nevada. Finally saw cacti in bloom on 93 heading to Hoover Dam. We didn't get pulled over at the police check point--must have been our age! Over the Hoover Dam was amazing and the new high bridge will be stunning.
Louise drove across the dam!
On to sin city bright and early Thursday.
