Yesterday, we went for a hike recommended by the park ranger for the petroglyphs found on the geologic formation they call the “Chimneys”. The hike was through the desert 3 miles to these huge rock formations. We went in the morning to try to avoid the heat of the afternoon. Although we were back at the truck shortly after noon, the sun was already pretty brutal. When the rangers say “get an early start” I think they really mean before daylight. We survived, however, and it was a very interesting hike.
This morning, we met a ranger for a hike out to another archeological site. It was also a desert hike, but only a mile one way instead of three. We always like the ranger-led hikes and there was a fairly large group who went along with us. The petroglyphs were not nearly as good nor as extensive as the ones we had seen yesterday. That was disappointing. We saw more mortal holes and some rocks arranged in a circle the ranger said were remnants of fire pits.
Today’s hike was not as rewarding as yesterday’s. Perhaps it was because it was too much of the same thing two days in a row. Maybe it’s just because we aren’t all that excited about desert hiking.
I am making this short in an attempt to post earlier. I seem to be able to get a better internet connection earlier in the day.
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