Zion

Zion looks like another planet... besides the massive hoards of people, it was amazing. Stayed in or near for 3 nights and packed in as many hikes as I could.




Welcome to Mars?






"where am i"


Zion showing off its lovely fall colors


The ledge on the left is part of the Hidden Canyon trail... don't slip now


At least there's sometimes a chain to hold on to


Into Hidden Canyon- "scrambling required"




"look what i found"




lower part of Hidden Canyon trail


wild mineral patterns above upper Emerald Pool


morning light at the start of the hike to Angel's Landing


classic Zion pic - view from Angel's Landing (not to brag but the trail map said the hike would take 4-6 hours and I did it in 2...including dawdling around at the top for a bit and having to fight off the crowds) ((however my legs were very sore the next day))


lower part of the trail snaking up into the cliffs


same view in the late morning light


"whoa this is a short walk from my campsite?! cool!!" the Virgin River