Up in the air...

Before we talk about visiting the Gateway Arch, let's talk about getting to the RV park. Craig and I have camped here before, and we had problems with finding it then. 

Well, yesterday was no different. We were trying out a new GPS and as navigator, I sent us on the wrong exit. We did not just take the wrong exit, we went over the bridge into downtown St. Louis. In two large motorhomes with toads. Two routes, three GPSs, and 4 meltdowns. 

To the left you see the street our GPS's sent us down. The streets are made of cobblestones, uneven and so narrow we almost didn't make it. Imagine getting to the end of this street and ahead is a sign that says "NO OUTLET". And to the right is another narrow, cobblestone street. Then a disabled car tried to keep Tom and Paula downtown. Ask them and they will tell you about the angel that helped them out of that mess. 

Both Craig and Tom earned driving badges that day.

Our happy ending was when we made it to the Arch. All the way to the top and Tom and Paula have the pictures to prove it. If you are planning a visit, you might want to wait till 2017. The city is in the middle of a major redo of the area. Streets are blocked and getting in and out is a bit of a nightmare. 

Especially if you are in a motorhome.