We looked at the map and made a rough estimate of the distance from Tonichi to Basaseachic Falls. It looked like maybe 175 km. Nice easy day. A little way down the road when we got phone coverage, Google Maps said it was 250km and would take 4.5 or so hours….what?
Okay, another lesson learned. What can look like a major highway along a straight line on a map that covers an entire country can in reality be a road that continuously curves left and then right, with narrow lanes, no shoulders and with endless elevation gain and loss.
The views were incredible. What a remote region of Mexico. We crossed from the state of Sonora into the state of Chihuahua (yes, like the dog), and when there were lookouts we could see nothing but range after range of tree covered mountains. We went through a few small towns, saw cowboys on horseback using the road to travel in spite of the semi trucks that might appear at any moment, and we climbed and climbed.
We had read on iOverlander (an app that helps you find camping spots and other necessities while on the road) that you could camp for free in the mirador (viewpoint) overlooking Basaseachic Falls, the second highest falls in Mexico. When we arrived, there were several other cars there, but when the attendant locked the gates just before sundown we had the place to ourselves. However, instead of enjoying the sunset in a quiet, beautiful location, Derek tore apart our fridge that had been causing us problems ever since the bumpy gravel road. But it was worth it, he got the fridge to work, and we had a very quiet night.
The next morning we walked to the base of the falls before breakfast, a three hour hike with lots of down, then lots of up!
See if you can find Derek sitting on a large rock at the base of the falls.
We are now in Creel which is a town about 40 km from the Barranca del Cobre (Copper Canyon), and is the hub out of which people visit the canyon. We have two nights here in Creel before we do an overnight tour in the area.
We have been finding internet services to be unpredictable and challenging when available. Keeps the blogs short though! Ha ha.
What a wonderful trip you are having. Seeing the snow falling now makes me a little jealous!
We are both well, and keeping busy – which isn’t difficult as it takes us longer to do things than it used to.
Yes we found Derek sitting on the rock. We enjoy hearing the accounts of the people you meet. It seems like the Mexican people are very friendly.
Looking forward to your next post.
We have felt very welcome here. We do get hassled in places by people trying to sell us trinkets, but Derek gets them talking about themselves (in spanish), and they quickly forget that they are trying to sell us something!
great photos cathy, really enjoy reading your posts, keep them up!
It is a bit of a challenge with the wifi we have been getting, but we have also been in some pretty remote areas, so may get easier!
I love reading your blog about your travels! So exciting and interesting. Wish I had the nerve to do something like this someday. I am excited to read each new post.
P.S. – I couldn’t find Derek at the base of the falls.
Thanks Patti! Derek is left of centre near a big boldef on the pic…