Cleaning duties were much lighter than usual and we were finished by 10:30. Serendipitious because the weather hasn't been this good for hiking in over a week. Ideal conditions (upper 60's, partly sunny) + the whole afternoon off =great opportunity!
We had planned to hike Cottonwood Canyon Narrows but the ranger at the Grand Staircase-Esclante National Monument (GSENM) visitor center said parts of the access road were impassable due to recent rain and suggested Willis Creek as an alternative. It's a perfect 'starter' hike for those wanting to explore slot canyons since it doesn't require climbing, rappeling or swimming.
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| Colorful rocks |
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| Obligatory tree picture |
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| Petroglyphs (1) |
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| Petroglyphs (2) |
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| Petroglphs (3) |
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| Powell Point rises far above the green Bryce Valley. |
