The Zion Narrows
February 28, 2010
As the winter drags on here in Colorado, I find my self plotting and scheming of ways to sneak to southern Utah for a long weekend. I am not sure if it is proven fact but it sure seems to me like spring comes to Grand Staircase about a month earlier than it does [...]
The Subway Waterfall
April 29, 2009
Once you actually get down into the canyon from the Kolob Terrace it seems like there is something new around every bend. This photo was near the end of the “Subway” section of the hike right near the pools. This is basically the last oasis before the final 3.5 miles back to the car. [...]
The Subway Pools
April 28, 2009
At this point in your Subway hike, wouldn’t it be nice to sit in a relaxing pool? Well, you can! It’s not a hot tub, but the cool water feels good just the same. This is the part of the trail that gives this backcountry hike its name. The tunnel-like structure makes you feel [...]
The Red Ledges of the Subway
April 26, 2009
The Subway hike in Zion National Park is one of the best backcountry hikes in the park. Not only is it a challenging hike but you get to try your hand at some basic canyoneering. Of course, this difficulty keeps the throngs of tourists away… well, that and a well-controlled permitting process. You can [...]
Monsoon Season in Zion
April 24, 2009
We were fortunate to be able to visit Zion National Park twice last year- once in the spring and once in the dog days of summer. It is funny how you will see different parts of the park and do different activities depending on the temperatures out side. In the spring we did more [...]
The Mouth of the Narrows
March 31, 2009
This is a view down river from the beginning of the famous narrows hike in Zion National Park. The trail actually begins at the Temple of Sinawava trail head and continues 4.6 miles up canyon. The first mile is paved and is known as the Riverside Walk trail. The trail follows along the banks [...]
Journey through the narrows.
March 26, 2009
My wife and I got up at 4:00am to catch the very first shuttle in to Zion National Park. Let me be the first to say I am not a morning person but it was worth it. We were the first ones on the trail and made it all the way to Big Spring [...]
Taking the subway
March 4, 2009
One thing I can say is Zion National Park in the last week of July is HOT!!!! However, though the temperatures are often north of the 100 degree mark the water in the bottom of the canyon is only about 65 degrees. But I digress.. This was one of the most challenging backcountry hikes [...]
Zion vista
February 13, 2009
Zion is an amazing and spiritual place. We came across this stunning vista after a long day hiking the Subway – a difficult backcountry hike. It just seemed appropriate to stop and take a minute to reflect and appreciate the beauty and wonder of this place.
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