We took the Miata out this long washboarded, twisting, loose gravel, oil pan threatening rock strewn road. Along the way we were passed by all manner of off-road vehicle driven by everything from Grandpas to preteen kids.

No problem though… It was a great time. It was a fun experience I’d recommend to anybody who finds them selves anywhere near here(Lake Havasu, AZ). Website: thedesertbar.com

Imagine this business. Open only Saturday and Sunday high noon til sundown. Bring your own water. Out nearly 5 miles on rough desert dirt road that is impassable after any appreciable rain. Pieced together buildings made from old mining town remnants and stuff like refrigerator case doors for windows. Even the bathrooms are open air (sort of anyway…the ladies room sinks were along a half wall overlooking the desert). The main bar is inside but most of the action happens at the outdoor bar near the entertainment. Dogs and burgers plus the “full menu” of a fair-vender: sausage sandwiches and fries and the like. Cash only. $2 beer. No sissy ice drinks like daiquiris but any other mixed drink you can think of. Spicy bloody mary is a specialty. It took 2 for me to decide whether they live up to the hype. They do. Live music; really a very good band today. The place is packed.