Forum Discussion

Me_Again's avatar
Me_Again
Explorer III
Jan 07, 2015

Route Info California and Arizona

OK, I have a couple road questions. We are going to Hemet from NW Washington, and then Yuma and Mesa/Gold Canyon.

First question is about Hwy 79 from Beaumont to Golden Village Palms in Hemet? OK for 5er?

Second is Hwy 85 from Gila Bend to I-10. Given that this is Super Bowl day(on
Wwest side of Phoenix) we should probably stay on I-8 and head North on I-10 to 60 and get off on Val Vista or Gilbert Rd and head north to Val Vista RV Resort on University.

Thanks Chris
Snowbirds

28 Replies

Show More
  • Gonzo42's avatar
    Gonzo42
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    Used that hwy in Dec for my triathlon. No issues at all. I go that way frequently to visit relatives.
  • larry_barnhart's avatar
    larry_barnhart
    Explorer
    Jan 08, 2015
    Me Again wrote:
    OK, thanks that is the kind of input that I wanted. Anyone have input on 79 from Beaumont down to Hemet? Chris



    Just did that route last season. No good reason for going though Phoenix when 85 to I-8 is so easy.

    chevman
  • Executive45's avatar
    Executive45
    Explorer III
    Jan 07, 2015
    Following the CaTraveler's advice is pretty sound. Once you get to I-10, I'd take the 202 Loop to Val Vista and go north to University. Val Vista is a good road with a reasonable amount of traffic signals.....Dennis
  • Sloop_Smitten's avatar
    Sloop_Smitten
    Explorer
    Jan 07, 2015
    Hwy 79 from Beaumont to Hemet is no issue. I've taken motorhomes and 5th wheels that way. Flat and mild hills.
  • Me_Again's avatar
    Me_Again
    Explorer III
    Jan 07, 2015
    OK, thanks that is the kind of input that I wanted. Anyone have input on 79 from Beaumont down to Hemet? Chris
  • CA_Traveler's avatar
    CA_Traveler
    Explorer III
    Jan 07, 2015
    OK, 8, 84, 347, Queen Creak Rd to 10. Good 2 lane roads and a few traffic lights in Maricopa but a little quicker/shorter than 8, 10. Then 202, 101, 60 would be my preference.
  • Me_Again's avatar
    Me_Again
    Explorer III
    Jan 07, 2015
    Well I was not clear enough. We are going to Hemet for 3-5 days and then to Yuma for a week. The Hwy 79 is in play there.

    The second issue is on Feb 1st leaving Yuma for Mesa on Super Bowl Sunday so we leave Yuma on I-8 and head East, the West Side of Phoenix will most likely be a mess on West I-10 so my thought is to stay on I-8 to I-10 and head up I-10 to 60 and on East! Or maybe the 202 loop off I10 to 101 Loop and up to 60?
  • CA_Traveler's avatar
    CA_Traveler
    Explorer III
    Jan 07, 2015
    Taking 85 to 8 and then back up to 60 adds a lot of time and miles. I'd leave Hemet early, use I10 to Phoenix and plan to pass the stadium about mid game time.

    Another option would be to boondock in Q at Greasewood for $7 and head t Phoenix the next day. While there are lots of free areas Greasewood is on Main and barely out of the way.

About Campground 101

Recommendations, reviews, and the inside scoop from fellow travelers.14,730 PostsLatest Activity: Dec 06, 2022