After a few postponements and multiple destination considerations, Kathy and I decided to celebrate our 30th anniversary with a trip to Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park.  I love anything to do with a national park and the outdoors, and Kathy has been very intrigued by the western U.S. since her 2014 trip to the Grand Canyon.  So a-hiking we will go!

Departure day was a long one:  A 4pm flight from Atlanta, a connection in Houston, a very late arrival in Vegas, and an hour and a half drive to Washington, UT.  Of course, I had to snap the shutter a few times en route.  🙂

Lone Traveler

Gateway to the West

Passers-By

Day 1 in Utah – We slept in until about 8am, got ourselves organized, then headed for Zion.  We decided our first hike would be the Narrow since it was forecasted to be the sunniest and warmest day during our stay.  Good call!  The weather was perfect, and even though ambient temps were in the mid-80’s, it was quite cool in the canyon shadows of the Narrows.  And the rushing water was in the 50’s!  This hike requires being in the water at least 75% of the time, anywhere between ankle and thigh deep.  We rented insulated socks and canyon shoes … both lifesavers!  The hike was so much fun, until Kathy took a little spill.  I’m not sure which she was more upset about, dumping her camera or dislocating her finger!  We had to turn around before reaching the famed Wall Street, but we got a few pics along the way and were thrilled with the adventure.

Bus to Temple of Sinawava

Hikers – Narrows at Zion National Park

Narrows – Hiker’s Paradise

Kathy Conquers the Virgin River

A River Runs Through It

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