Sir Stewart Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Mt Rushmore was a pleasant surprise for me - friends had talked it down so much that when I finally got to see it, I was awestruck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NightOfJoy Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Devils Tower vs Mt Rushmore? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IATTBYB Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 It's not a complete dud... I think it's pretty cool, actually ... but when I was there I was seven years old and got separated from my family, and honestly thought that they would just drive on without me. It was traumatizing enough that I still remember it quite vividly.You could have been Joe Dirt. Admit it, you rock a mullet, right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
plasticeyeball Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Devils Tower vs Mt Rushmore? unlike the guy on top of you, i thought mt rushmore was disappointing. we bought beer at devils tower though, so there's that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Oh yeah, and this wasn't there when I went.. Looks scary as hell if you are afraid of heights. I had a bad dream about that thing a couple nights ago. Has anyone died from falling off it yet? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dondoboy Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 This place was pretty great.Flagstaff Brewing Company Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Devils Tower vs Mt Rushmore? I'd much rather see Devils Tower, but I'm probably slanted since I've seen this abuse of nature so many times (including yesterday): Quote Link to post Share on other sites
explodo Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'd much rather see Devils Tower, but I'm probably slanted since I've seen this abuse of nature so many times (including yesterday): Is that the thing at that lame park outside of Atlanta? What a bizarre, stupid thing. I think I paid money to see it. And as for the recommendations, good work. I don't have any idea how much time we have, but I do know we're headed to the south rim (due to the north being closed), so some things like Zion are hours out of the way. I'll try to squeeze them in, but who knows. I just found out about this trip this morning so I don't understand or have too many details. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mfwahl Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Is that the thing at that lame park outside of Atlanta? What a bizarre, stupid thing. I think I paid money to see it.Yeah, Stone Mountain outside of Atlanta. I did enjoy the 4D theatre. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Is that the thing at that lame park outside of Atlanta? What a bizarre, stupid thing. I think I paid money to see it. Yeah, but in it's defense, the park is actually very nice if you stick to the hiking trails and the mountain itself and avoid the fake old-timey village and the laser show. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
explodo Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 Yeah, but in it's defense, the park is actually very nice if you stick to the hiking trails and the mountain itself and avoid the fake old-timey village and the laser show.Yeah, I'll agree with that. I remember some of it being really neat. Just kind of weird to have all of that other stuff in the middle of a state park. Unless that kind of thing is common in state parks that I'm not familiar with? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'd much rather see Devils Tower, but I'm probably slanted since I've seen this abuse of nature so many times (including yesterday): All bas-reliefs? Or just that one? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Yeah, I'll agree with that. I remember some of it being really neat. Just kind of weird to have all of that other stuff in the middle of a state park. Unless that kind of thing is common in state parks that I'm not familiar with? It's actually a privately owned park, if I'm not mistaken. Or maybe it's state owned land, but the state sells the rights to run it to a private interest. I can't remeber exactly. Considering that, it's surprising that the nature aspect of the park is as pristine as it is. All bas-reliefs? Or just that one? I don't have anything against bas-reliefs. I think I'd rather see Devils Tower, regardless of how goofy the Stone Mountain carving is. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 The monument to the Confederacy at Stone Mountain, Georgia. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Serak_the_Preparer Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Wait, wha--what?! You didnt like Wall Drug either? What in tarnation is WRONG with you people? If you say Mt Rushmore is a complete dud, thats IT......I'M OUTA HERE!! Since when would anyone drive through South Dakota to get from Iowa to Arizona? Why are we discussing SD tourist attractions? Iowa is south of SD. Check your geography. Utah is unbelievable - yes, Canyonlands is nice (moreso if you're a biker), but for quick hikes and a shorter drive off the interstate, Arches can't be beat. Bryce Canyon and Zion are unbeatable too. If you are planning on staying in Flagstaff I recommend passing it and hitting Sedona instead (about 20 miles south). Sedona is beautiful. If you plan on heading south on 25 in CO into NM, and heading over on I-40, I would hit the Petrified Forest and the Painted Desert. You should also stand on the corner in Winslow, AZ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Since when would anyone drive through South Dakota to get from Iowa to Arizona? Why are we discussing SD tourist attractions? Iowa is south of SD. Check your geography.Iowa is south of you? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Devils Tower vs Mt Rushmore? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OOO Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 This one is more accurate: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
okp greg Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Not sure where in New Mexico you're going through, but if it's toward the southern end there's white sands national monument and Carlsbad Caverns. If you're going to White Sands, I'd recommend food at Si Senors in Alamogordo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 This place was pretty great.Flagstaff Brewing CompanyI went there, it was good. Wasn't sure if it was still open. On Devils Tower v. Mt. Rushmore, I guess it depends upon your POV. I was pretty awestruck by both, but then we can debate lot of things... God's (or nature's for non-believers) work vs. Man's Carving up a mountain that's sacred to the Sioux (if what I'm told is true) to honor people who either directly or indirectly helped cause their near-extinction. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 If you go through Santa Fe you have to eat at "Tomasitas". Best mexican food ever. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stooka Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Agree with a lot so far, especially Monument Valley. Look out in town close to Grand Canyon, where even McDonald's jacks up the price beyond imagination! Just west of Amarillo is The Cadillac Ranch - a Route 66 MUST SEE!!! Simple, but cool!For food, try El Tejevan on the north side of I-40 in Amarillo at the Paramount exit. Great authentic mexican food!!!!(Tacos al pastor) or grab one of the best burgers you could ever eat and a beer at Blue Sky, south of I-40 off Western (Don't forget the onion rings).You can't go wrong with either two. The more MOM & POP places are a little harder to find, but if you are really interested PM me and I'll give directions. The second largest canyon is the Palo Duro Canyon, south of Amarillo about 30 miles or so, but if you just came from the Big Daddy, it won't be that impressive. The largest cross in the Northern Hemisphere is in Groom, Texas. Right by the hwy. The Barbed wire museum is in McLean, Texas. You'd be surprised at how cool that place is. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Edie Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Stop in to see Chaco Canyon in NM just southeast of 4 corners if you can -- simply amazing. We did a R66 trip a few years back from the art institute in chicago through to OK -- the oldest parts of the road are in southern IL and sooo cool. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 You didn't mean that as a joke did you? Personally, I'd put it somewhere between amazing and biggest disaster of a tourist trap this side of Wall Drug.Both are fun and both are nowhere near the Grand Canyon. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IATTBYB Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 I highly doubt that your travels will take you anywhere near Telluride CO, but if they do, you must get some baked goods at Baked in Telluride. Micheal Phelps agrees with me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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