Last weekend, I took a break from RV maintenance and headed out for a little adventure in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. My destination? Alamo Canyon, a quiet spot just a 3-mile drive down a gravel road from the main highway. I’d never filmed this particular area before, so I thought I’d share a quick peek with you all.
The desert was surprisingly lush that day—saguaro, organ pipe cacti, and chain fruit dotted the landscape, revitalized by a cold front that had recently brought some much-needed rain. At 65°F, the weather was perfect for a hike. I wandered up the canyon trail, soaking in the stillness and snapping footage of the towering organ pipes clinging to the south-facing hillsides. Down below, massive saguaros stood guard, and I even spotted some Ocotillo plants showing off tiny orange flowers.
There’s a primitive campground at Alamo Canyon—small, with maybe six or eight sites for tents and truck campers—but I was there for the hike, not the stay. I kept an eye out for wildlife, but all I managed to spot was a lone hummingbird. The birds might’ve been scarce because it’s so dry out there.
The trail led me past a huge wash—easy to imagine it roaring during a flash flood—and though it was just a short hike, it felt good to stretch my legs and breathe in the desert air. Nothing fancy, just a peaceful afternoon in a cool little corner of the park I hadn’t explored on camera before. Hope you enjoy the glimpse!
Alamo Canyon Hike Video
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