Found on the Jemez Mountain Trail, a national scenic byway in Sandoval County, New Mexico,
underground hot springs called Soda Dam, have flowed for centuries building up mineral deposits to form a natural dam.
The Dam can be viewed from the road. The rocky pathway does not allow easy access down to the waterfall bottom by wheels; however the thunder of the rolling waters compliments the serene and tranquil setting amongst the boulders.
Many waterfalls in the USA are not accessible by wheelchair. Bob, my husband, and I are traveling the USA to search for waterfalls accessible by wheels (wheelchairs, bikes, strollers).
Welcome note
When my husband and I set out to find and take pictures of wheelchair accessible waterfalls in every U.S. state, we were excited about the challenge. We gave ourselves no time limit to accomplish our feat; however, we had one mutually agreed upon rule that dictated how long we would stay in any given area. That rule was to never shiver again. Needless to say, adhering to this rule presented a new challenge. The new challenge was to find a waterfall that was actually flowing. Visiting mid-west and eastern states during months that prevented us from shivering are the same months that are hot enough to dry up streams; hence, little or no water flow for waterfalls. The natural scenery and picturesque landscapes warrant a second visit in the early spring right after the snow melts.
Bob and Jan
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Sunday, April 20, 2014
Saturday, April 19, 2014
WITCHITA FALLS, TEXAS
The original Wichita Falls in Wichita Falls, Texas washed away in a flood in the 1800's; however, a 54-foot man-made waterfall was built in 1987 on the south bank of Wichita River. A concrete walkway leads to the falls, which makes the one-mile walk to the falls easily accessible by wheelchair, stroller, or bike.
Palo Duro Canyon, Texas
River Falls is located on Curie Ranch at the northern end of Palo Duro Canyon (Texas Grand Canyon). The Falls lies on privately-owned ground behind a 24-hour security locked gate. A vehicle must be driven through the canyon to view the falls. The lower part of the falls is not wheelchair accessible. The Security Guard served as a guide. He was very knowledgeable on the history of the canyon and falls.
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Davis, Oklahoma - Turner Falls
Turner Falls, located in Davis, Oklahoma, is one of the two tallest waterfalls in Oklahoma. The 77-foot waterfall in the Arbukle Mountains; the oldest known formation in the United States. Parking is close to the falls; however, a concrete pathway about two blocks long leads visitors directly in front of the falls, which makes accessibility easy.
An abandoned rock castle built in the 1930's by Dr. Ellsworth Collins, Dean of Education at Oklahoma University sits beside the waterfall. It served as a summer home and the headquarters for "The Bar C Ranch".
An abandoned rock castle built in the 1930's by Dr. Ellsworth Collins, Dean of Education at Oklahoma University sits beside the waterfall. It served as a summer home and the headquarters for "The Bar C Ranch".
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