Zion National Park

Before leaving Snow Canyon SP and while it was still a bit “cool” (only 77-degrees), we took a walk along a trail among the rocks. The surprise was the very fine, red sand that was the trail floor. Lots of wild flowers, cacti, mesquite, and what I call desert holly since I can’t remember its name. By the time we returned to the van it was over 80-degrees.

In town we stopped for fuel and groceries. The Smith’s grocery here is top notch — good produce, excellent cheese selection, lots of choices.

We had a 50-mile trip through rocks with mountain view to Zion National Park. Our campsite in Watchman is relatively secluded and shaded. The latter is important since the temperature is once again 100.

After lunch we walked to the visitor center to see the exhibits, then took the shuttle to the Nature Center where we again looked at exhibits and watched the 25 minute film about the park (air conditioned theater). Our walk back along the river was pleasant but hot.

David cooked an early dinner over the grill as we want to get to bed early so that we can get hiking in the morning before it is too hot. Wish us luck.

-- Janet (text) and David (photos)