This is a nice long drive where you get to see all kinds of different rock formations. Make sure to have a full tank of gas and plenty of water. Some of the overlooks have toilets Full review by TravelingBum52
May 12, 2024
Easy and scenic drive. Head down to santa elena canyon as early as possible since it is the furthest and also the most popular destination along the road. However, there are several marked and unmark… Full review by minimize940314
Mar 25, 2024
This roadway probably took about an hour to complete. I made many stops at the various vistas. The speed limit was usually forty-five miles per hour (45 M.P.H.), but it occasionally was lowered. The … Full review by TennisStar602
How long does it take for this drive? We won't be doing any hiking just looking for scenic photo stops.
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From Panther Junction Visitor Center to Cottonwood Campground, approx 1 hour and 15 minutes. Many great turnouts and photo opportunities. I would say 4 to 5 hours …
From Panther Junction Visitor Center to Cottonwood Campground, approx 1 hour and 15 minutes. Many great turnouts and photo opportunities. I would say 4 to 5 hours total there and back, doing all the shortest turnouts.
We have 3 young children so we are thinking we need 2 days to see everything we want to see - where do you sleep there? Only camping? Thank you in advance!
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Stay in Basin Lodge. Easiest trail in the Basin there. Must do the Fossil Discovery Exhibits, it’s hands on for children.
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