Sunday, April 3, 2011

A Pretty Desert Hike

Last weekend before the weather got hot, a group of us went on another hike from First Water Road, this one from the end of the road - 2 1/2 miles in.


This trail was a little rockier. That's my sister Barbara and Joanne waiting for me to catch up.


The trail went up and down, past some beautiful cactus -


And some very interesting rock formations.


This one was way out in the distance.


There was even water!


After about 2 miles, we got to a pass where we could see Weaver's Needle in the distance. This "little" 5-month-old puppy was on his very first hike, and was having a ball.


More cactus and rocks on the way back -


And even some flora -


And fauna!

13 comments:

  1. Great pictures. Especially the one of the Needle. And your butterfly is incredible.

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  2. You must be in such terrific shape with all these hikes! I'll probably have to start slow, but can't wait to see some of the beautiful places you've been. I love this one. My knowledge of the desert is zilch, so I'm looking forward to learning about it in person. :)

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  3. Aww--a great place to hike! Love all the desert shots really pretty there...Is that some kind of Fritillary--never seen one like that!

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  4. Love the PIC with Weaver's Needle Looming....

    Lew

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  5. yet another great hike, Diana!.and beautiful pictures to go along with it!!

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  6. Your photos were very enjoyable. That looks like a wonderful hike and I bet the puppy loved it.

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  7. What a beautiful hike. Love your pictures.

    Kevin and Ruth
    www.travelwithkevinandruth.com

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  8. Very nice. Looks like there are some spots where you have to watch your footing or the next step could be a big one :)

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  9. Big Sigh. Do so wish I was there. Spring where you can go outside without getting rained on...sigh.
    Inspiring photos, as usual!

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  10. Great picture and must have been a fun hike.
    Dan
    Bubbadan

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  11. Great shot of the butterfly ... they're never easy to catch still.

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  12. That was fun. Thanks for inviting me along.

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  13. That's my kind of "puppy". If you get too tired, you could ride it back! ;c)

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