Unpaved Roads
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BarnetteJason
RT @59NationalParks: Q2 #ParkChat Have you ever seen a Park road sign which states “No Road Maintenance” on an unpaved road? We try to take…
EPCOTExplorer
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @Wild_Tribute I’d love to be online tonight but I just got off a plane after a week in Colorado and Utah. I’ve been living #ParkChat and now I need to get to bed! 😂#FindYourPark
DryTortugasFilm
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A1) #Parkchat After reading that blog by @wander_filled , I'd really like to go to @BigBendNPS to see those. There are some in Hawaii but I couldn't tell you where or that any rental car would make it.
tthrash
replying to @wander_filled @wander_filled @BigBendNPS @DinosaurNPS Another park where I remember some unpaved roads now that you mention it. #parkchat
ParksandPoints
replying to @BarnetteJason @BarnetteJason @GreatSmokyNPS A class B might be tough and the drop offs are rather severe, as we recall. #parkchat
publiclandlvr
replying to @EPCOTExplorer @EPCOTExplorer @59NationalParks @Wild_Tribute I've enjoyed the photos of your trip and admire the way you made the most of it in spite of the shutdown. Enjoy your rest! #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2) I don't recall seeing that sign though I've seen plenty of "Maintenance Road Employee Only" type of signage. #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2. If conditions are good, we would give it a try. I'm thinking of the access roads to @ChacoCultureNHP, although they probably do get some maintenance. #ParkChat
wander_filled
A2 Not at all! We just know we have to be cautiouswhile driving. That said, we always talk to a ranger about road conditions first. #parkchat
Wild_Tribute
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @RedAroundWorld We didn’t think it was too bad, but couldn’t imagine all the elements of the unknown towing a trailer #ParkChat
BarnetteJason
A2 I hesitate to drive these kinds of roads because I have a 2WD camper van. Not exactly the best type of vehicle for these roads. I need at least a minimally maintained gravel road to ensure I don't get stuck. #ParkChat
louisbink
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A1 - we also loved the “Old Dale Road” to deserted mining sites @JoshuaTreeNPS. Except amazed and dismayed by all the Mylar balloons that have blown in here from the LA area. #ParkChat
coasthikergirl
replying to @59NationalParks
@59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2 #parkchat The Mt Cheam access road I mentioned in A1 is an unmaintained unpaved road. However it doesn’t deter the hundreds of cars that attempt it on any given summer weekend.
I’m pretty confident now that I can tackle other unmaintained roads & explore beyond the pavement!
Wild_Tribute
Q3. What’s your most memorable experience on an unpaved road in our public lands? #ParkChat
Wild_Tribute
RT @59NationalParks: Q2 #ParkChat Have you ever seen a Park road sign which states “No Road Maintenance” on an unpaved road? We try to take…
59NationalParks
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip @WindCaveNPS Do you drag your Airstream down them? #ParkChat
Stars252525
replying to @tthrash @tthrash @Wild_Tribute North Fork? Polebridge? Great cinnamon rolls. #parkchat
unconpeace
A2 Actually, I have been on the treacherous road to the Spiral Jetty in Utah - it starts at Golden Spike NHS, so it's kinda National Park related #parkchat
WildWithinHer
replying to @EPCOTExplorer @EPCOTExplorer @59NationalParks @Wild_Tribute Looking forward to more photos once you're rested up! #ParkChat
publiclandlvr
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2: Mr PLL just looked over my shoulder and said, "Tell people not to drive the Goose Lake Jeep Road that goes to the Beartooth Wilderness. #ParkChat
hksbks
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2) I don't have the proper vehicle but I love exploring unknown roads. usually by mistake. I scratched up one lease having to back around a narrow bushy road in Montana where firefighters were busy with something or other. All part of the adventure! #ParkChat
kalcheus
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2 I have not, mostly because I tend to travel by myself and I thus usually avoid places where I'm not likely to be found for weeks #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS @ChacoCultureNHP That was my other choice but those roads would be under the Navajo Nation or Bureau of Indian Affairs. #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @DryTortugasFilm @DryTortugasFilm @Wild_Tribute @wander_filled @BigBendNPS That was an excellent homework assignment, huh? #ParkChat
Wild_Tribute
replying to @wander_filled @wander_filled An absolute must! Always call ahead #ParkChat
publiclandlvr
replying to @WildWithinHer @WildWithinHer @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS @ChacoCultureNHP We found that the Subaru did fine because the conditions were very dry. It was still an extremely rough ride, tough! Multiple signs urging caution. #ParkChat
unconpeace
replying to @publiclandlvr @publiclandlvr @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS Duly un-noted #parkchat
BarnetteJason
replying to @ParksandPoints @ParksandPoints @GreatSmokyNPS Exactly. That's the only reason I haven't been yet. Despite that, I plan to visit with my van in the spring. #ParkChat
BarnetteJason
RT @GPJohnston: @Wild_Tribute A1) Yes, the Moki Dugway north of Monument Valley climbs from near the AZ-UT border up a crazy cliff onto Ced…
candenstours
My husband I differ greatly in opinion on this so honestly depends on whose driving at that moment! They scare me - what if something happens and no one finds us?! #ParkChat https://t.co/cmtODS0fka
wxlada
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A3: Getting stuck in a foot of mud in the dark near Boundary Peak, Nevada. Luckily, a local farmer was able to pull us out with his truck (you didn't day it had to be a good memory) #ParkChat
DryTortugasFilm
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2) #Parkchat These roads are typically the best if you are prepared for anything, not recommended for people with medical conditions or require 24/7 cell signal though. I especially enjoy camping at these primitive far away places, when allowed.
BarnetteJason
RT @MattsRoadTrip: @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2. I absolutely prefer the deep, far away, unpaved, unmaintained roads of our #PublicLand…
StevenOnTheMove
A2: I've never owned an appropriate vehicle to risk driving on a road that says "no road maintenance." I'd consider trying it in an appropriate rental vehicle. #ParkChat
beckyjlomax
replying to @Stars252525 @Stars252525 @tthrash @Wild_Tribute Here it is. Great dirt road drive to get to the bakery in the Merc. #ParkChat
e_terren
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS A2. "Maintenance" means different things to different people. Naturally, I have to check out current conditions, and go for it. #parkchat
MattsRoadTrip
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A3. I absolutely loved camping right on the Buffalo National River in Arkansas! A little tough to get to but worth it! 👍 #ParkChat
BarnetteJason
RT @louisbink: @Wild_Tribute A1 - we also loved the “Old Dale Road” to deserted mining sites @JoshuaTreeNPS. Except amazed and dismayed by…
unconpeace
replying to @RedAroundWorld @RedAroundWorld I always thought it was funny how so many people from the Salt Lake area have never actually spent time at the lake #parkchat
RedAroundWorld
A3 This is a toughie! Maybe my first time on Burr Trail in Utah? I'll never forget all of us in awe, but terriffied, at the top of the switchbacks! #parkchat
hksbks
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A3) Somewhat embarrassing one. I somehow completely missed the (huge) Roosevelt Arch my first time visiting Yellowstone and turned right instead of left. Ended up on some random road looking at the pronghorns and finally thought, "Uhh, I don't think this is the park." #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A3) I did a late November afternoon Jeep tour in Sedona, I advise not to wear shorts because its cold in the shade of the rock formations there. #ParkChat
ParksandPoints
replying to @BarnetteJason @BarnetteJason @GreatSmokyNPS You have to visit the creepy but cool Caldwell Place! #parkchat
rscottjones
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @beckyjlomax @Stars252525 @tthrash @RCGibby73 @louisbink @Wild_Tribute @naturetechfam @DonNadeau @HubbardJeff @last_adventurer Can’t make #parkchat tonight, but excited about a possible meetup—finally!
wander_filled
A3 Camping in Solis 2 on River Road. I would hazard there were no other humans for at least 20 miles. I have never experienced such amazing quiet. #parkchat
59NationalParks
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A3 Probably happened on the unpaved portion on the @DenaliNPS road. Of course, I wasn’t driving. #ParkChat
Stars252525
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute A3 Going to Tomboy ghost town above Telluride, CO. Had to cross Imogene Pass with snow banks above the truck. Got out and walked at one point because it was so hairy. Road ends in Ouray. #ParkChat
MattsRoadTrip
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @WindCaveNPS Absolutely! For miles and miles! I go slow, and I'll walk 10 miles to scout if I need to! I'll go anywhere. 😁 #ParkChat
