[LargeFormat] For folks in the American southwest

[Frank Filippone]

We went in May.. clear skies and 106F... pick another time!  I had heard
that February is when the clouds come up...and the temp is better.

You must hire a guide if you do NOT want to drive your car through along
roadway.  You may stop and photogrpah as you wish... but the road is really
a dirt road with a lot of pot holes.  It is 1 way.... and if you miss an
opportunity, you must go around again.  It took us 3 hours to make the
journey ( about 16 miles).....  The road is only open about 9-5, so the best
times the road is closed.  The guides drive at ny time and where ever they
wish.....

My suggestion?  Drive it once, in a rental car, on your own.  Scout your
shots.  Then go back with a guide to do it for real.  An pack LOTS of
water........

Frank Filippone
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