This is the last stop on our tour/hike of Utah's Mighty 5, May 2017. This time we were able to take the scenic route from Bryce Canyon along Mount Carmel highway to Zion. The landslide from two weeks ago had been miraculously cleared. A gorgeous drive through a long mountain tunnel with views on the other side were spectacular. It was a hot day when we arrived, 99 degrees. Brunch, our favorite meal of the day was our first order of business at Me Me's Cafe. Delightful.
We headed to the visitors center to get the scoop on a short early evening hike. The Watchman trail looked good with panoramic views. It started out good but the heat zapped my energy. I had become accustomed to the cooler weather. This was a well traveled trail and we met a lot of people on the way down which was a nice break. My husbands focus kept us on track.
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| The Watchman Trail |
On Sunday morning we hit the ground running early to avoid the heat. We caught the shuttle up the mountain to Weeping Rock. It was already 8:00 am which is late for mountain top hiking. It will be 100 degrees today. No, I won't melt but it sure felt like it. Observation Point trail was our 8 mile goal this morning with over 2,000 ft elevation change. We huffed and puffed but made it to the top along with a few other people. So we ate while overlooking the canyon panorama that seemed to go for miles. A lot of people were taking photos, so we waited our turn before heading back down the trail. The chipmunks here almost seem domesticated as they beg for food. Of course they shouldn't be fed in order to preserve their survival, but many seemed to ignore this. We find people who love to travel very interesting. Most surprisingly are not wealthy, but like us they have made travel a priority, so therefore they make it work. Last summer we met a nice English couple in Wales and we have remained friends and correspond from time to time.
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| A slot canyon in Zion. |
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| At Observation Point. We are actually standing near the edge of a cliff overlooking the canyon. |
Today is our last day on this trip. It has been an experience to travel and see amazing scenery and to witness what God has created and provided. There have been so many spiritual moments throughout these days and weeks. My husband has commented on it constantly with his pics and social media posts. I have found myself humming and singing "The Majesty and Glory of His Name" repeatedly. It is a reminder that we are humbled by creation and awestruck by its power to touch our hearts and minds. I pray that we never take any of this for granted.
Heading to Texas tomorrow. Home.
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