Bajada Loop Drive

American Southwest Desert Adventure This Ultimate Southwest guide is an accumulation of over 80 HOURS of research and planning. I have been to this area a dozen times and I have done this route and also different portions of the route on their own so I compiled all of my time in this beautiful area into a great 10-14 day road trip guide. You can spend less time or more time on your trip based on your needs. This itinerary has over 90 plus stops including places to hike, sights you can't miss, the best places to stay, the best places to eat, great photo stops, and much more. We have taken all of our experiences from our trips in the beautiful Southwest Desert of America and made the perfect itinerary for you. You won't have to spend hours upon hours trying to figure out where to go or what not to miss. This is your one-stop shop to be fully prepared to make this the trip of your dreams.  If you follow this guide I promise you this will be a trip of a lifetime and you will see some amazing experiences. If you want to take your own route that's fine use this as a great start to plan your epic adventure. You can't go wrong.  Tag us in the photos you take - we'd love to see your experience! @thejourneyest2016 

Welcome to the southern Arizona dessert oasis to experience the soul of the Sonoran desert - where saguaro cacti exist as far as you can see and the sunsets look exactly like the state license plate. Tucson is the place to be to enjoy mountains, outdoor recreation and all that the desert can offer. Officially classified as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and a year-round outdoor playground. Included in this guide is a 2 day itinerary for outdoor activities and enjoying the desert city to the max. We visited in October and the weather was perfect. Be advised that in the summer, hiking in the desert is dangerous and is only recommended early in the morning to avoid heat stroke and other heat related issues. Always carry water with you and know your limits. This guide will also include - How to Get There - Things to Do & See - Where to Stay - Places to Eat - Outdoor activities Be on the look out for scorpions and other desert critters as they are widely popular in this region. We discovered 2 scorpions during our visit.