Wednesday, September 11 - With skies clearing and the sun peaking out, we headed to Dead Horse Point State Park early this morning. This is a State Park so our America the Beautiful senior pass didn't cover the $10 admission price, but it was well worth it!
We hiked over 10 miles today! The first nine miles were on the Colorado River Trail. We began with the East Rim Trail.
The trail is very well marked with cairns the entire way. The cairns come in all shapes and sizes.
What spectacular views of the Colorado River and surrounding canyons.
Basin Overlook
We then connected to the West Rim Trail.
The Neck
Meander Overlook
No, Paul, that is not what they mean by overlook!
Shafer Canyon Overlook
Rim Overlook
Big Horn Overlook
The hike was a little tiring for our old, out-of-condition knees, but we survived. We did stop for a little lunch of sandwiches and trail mix along the way and carried plenty of water. Thank goodness it was cooler today. If we were still hovering in the high 90's (in the 70's today), we would of found ourselves short on water. We each carried a big water bottle....next time maybe 2 each!
If you plan to hike this trail, it is rather easy. Be sure to have your hiking boots on. Even though you will walk through thick sand, this is no place for sandals.
Thanks for stopping by. Hope to see y'all back real soon. Have a great day!
We camped in that park. Agree it is a beautiful place.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures! Particularly love the last picture of you two, arms around each other, drinking in the beautiful view.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tour, your pictures were gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteFantastic pictures!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty country....Thanks for the pictures....
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous photos! What a day you had!
ReplyDeleteThat's a fun park to hike with great views. Boy, I think the rocks have gotten redder since we left. Sure do love those!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos of you and Paul. The sunshine certainly changed the background:)
There just aren't any words to describe this beauty!! I hope we will be in shape enough to make that hike when we get there!!! Love the pics especially those of you two together...definitely to be framed!
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible day for you...amazing pictures!
ReplyDeleteWhat incredible views and awesome photos!
ReplyDeleteI think Paul could have crawled a few more feet out on the overlook and still been o.k.
We enjoyed visiting Dead Horse State Park. We didn't hike for ten miles, though. Good job, Paul and Marsha!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to the day when ten miles seems like an easy hike. Looks like a great place to get out on the trails. Beautiful photos and entertaining commentary! Glad the weather has straightened out.
ReplyDeleteI am soooo jealous. We have got to get back out west. That is my kind of scenery. I don't know if we could do 10 miles in one day.
ReplyDeleteon the list for next year, thanks!
ReplyDeleteA great day's hike and awesome pictures, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteyour header pic is just fabulous. . .a wonderful, wonderful hike!
ReplyDeleteWOW. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWho took the pictures? Surely you do not lug a tripod all the way up there.
ReplyDeleteYou and Paul make such a cute couple. I have a feeling that many jokes pass between you two. The photos are stunning. I now have this state park on our Utah Pinterst board.
ReplyDelete10 miles! I was so proud to have taken a 1 mile walk earlier this week. Good for you, both of you.
ReplyDelete10 miles! I was so proud to have taken a 1 mile walk earlier this week. Good for you, both of you.
ReplyDeleteOops! Guess I REALLY want to be sure you got my message.
ReplyDeleteWow, the views are spectacular! Definitely worth the $10 entry fee. That's another one to add to my list if I haven't already got it on there, what a gorgeous hike.
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The views are spectacular from that trail. We didn't make the whole thing because of thunderstorms. So nice that the weather cooperated for you!
ReplyDeleteSo happy the sun came out finally and you were able to take your hike. Love the pictures.
ReplyDeleteDitto what everyone else said. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat can I say but WOW!!! LOVE your photos. Someday I WILL get there.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos! Such beautiful country. Enjoy your time in Utah.
ReplyDeleteWe saved Dead Horse State Park for our next visit so thanks for showing us how beautiful it is.
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