Palatki Heritage Site and Ruins

Drove the back roads south of Sedona to the Palatki Site. There were two sites to visit a short walk from the parking area. Be sure to sign in at the visitor center where they can loan you walking sticks. They also require reservations. Check out the website before visiting to get all the info you might need. www.fs.fed.us/r3/coconino/recreation/red_rock/palatki-ruins.shtml

One area has petroglyphs with a really neat cave. The other area has the ruins. The ride off road is fine for all vehicles; but we had fun with the jeep. Lots of history and great views.

V-Bar-V Heritage Site

Visited this area in Beaver Creek today. Never knew it was there! V-Bar-V was taken over by the Forest Service in 1994. The original house burned to the ground leaving the chimney which has the V-Bar-V brand in it. It's not a long hike which was good for me after the hip surgery. A great day. The temperature was perfect and the scenery fantastic. Met the volunteers, Bonnie and her husband who will be going back to Oregon on Tuesday. For more info visit www.redrockcountry.org/recreation/cultural/v-bar-v.shtml. Enjoy the pictures!