Arizona's Best Scenic Byways - Desert to Tall Pines

In this video we embark on an awe-spiring drive on the Desert to Tall Pine Scenic byway through the breathtaking landscapes of Roosevelt Lake and its surrounding. Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Arizona’s untamed wilderness. We explore the rugged red cliffs of Parker Canyon that tower majestically against the horizon, alongside the resilient Saguaro Cacti that stand as sentinels in the desert. Our journey will take us through the enchanting Ponderosa pine forests, where the crisp mountain air embraces us on the tranquil mountain plateau. And as we delve deeper into this natural paradise, we'll uncover the charming town of Young, nestled amidst this untamed splendor. Join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of this remarkable region and discover the true essence of the Arizona wilderness. 0:00 Intro 1:05 Salt River Mountains 1:13 Saguaro Cacti Forest 1:20 Roosevelt Lake 1:36 Salt River Bridge 1:44 Roosevelt Damn 1:15 Panoramic Aerial of Roosevelt Lake 2:43 Sonoran Desert Scrub 3:04 Sierra Ancha 3:16 Upper Salt River Recreation Site 3:26 Old Salt River Bridge 3:53 Aerial of Old Salt River Bridge 3:10 Diversion Dam and Power Canals 4:31 Aerial of Diversion Dam 4:43 Abandoned Farm 5:05 Crested Saguaro 5:10 Aerial of Crested Saguaro 5:39 Ancient Native American Cliff Dwellings 6:17 Aerial of Palo Verde trees in bloom 6:31 Aerial of Roosevelt Lake and Four Peaks 6:54 Aerial of Bar Eleven Ranch 7:07 Aerial view of Park Canyon Cliffs 8:13 Parker Canyon Cliffs 8:47 Riparian area creek 9:34 Beginning of Forest area 10:03 Recreation Areas 10:42 Workman Creek 10:59 Honey Creek Divide 11:15 Free Range Cattle 11:46 McFadden Peak 12:02 Mountain Plateau 12:25 Arch 13:03 Aerial of Young, Arizona 13:13 Olla Young 14:12 Bruzzi Vineyard 14:28 Pleasant Valley Museum 14:41 John Tewksbury Cabin 14:49 John Graham’s Gravestone 14:52 William Graham’s Gravestone 15:40 Panoramic View of Cliffs 15:56 Funny Faces on the Rocks