Dry Fork Canyon

Overflew the runway several times, but opted not to land due to the cactus that Wendy previously described. Runway looked more usable on the northern end for landing and takeoff but lots of cactus. There were some ruts in the middle of runway to avoid.

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Airstrip is faint but identifiable. Firm surface with numerous “clumps” of cactus. Surface currently suitable for 8.5 x 6 tires (rough due to cactus). A very few small rocks (can see my tailwheel roll over one taxiing at start of below video link). No windsock. A couple of (currently no factor) “water ruts” developing—overfly & check before committing to landing. As seen in the attached overview video, no nearby “track” or road access that would permit strip maintenance without disturbing currently untracked desert soil/flora. Awesome Hoodoo (link) nearby (15 minute walk). One of the most spectacular examples of a Hoodoo that I’ve ever seen. Park Hwy 211 (link) visible in the distance with sparse traffic, but one cannot hear the cars. Canyon walls would make a wonderful backdrop for sunrise and sunset pictures. This is a 360° video. Use your mouse, trackpad, tilt your mobile device or tablet, or use your finger on your mobile device or trackpad to view different perspectives. Video (takeoff) link: https://youtu.be/jOjkwbfDGMc In short, in my opinion, Dry Fork Canyon is a “keeper,” well worth visiting and possibly camping at.

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