Grand Canyon

In line with my continuing resolution to do one awesome thing every day, I went to the Grand Canyon two days ago.  It was not something that I had really planned on doing this trip, but when I found myself in the Southwest, I felt like I had to go see the Canyon.  I'm really glad that I did.  Most of the pictures can be found on my Facebook page.  Here's one of me at the Grand Canyon.

Words can't describe what it's like at the Grand Canyon.  If you haven't been, it should really be on your bucket list.  It's not easy to get to though.  It's way out in the middle of nowhere.  I drove for two hours from my hotel in Flagstaff to the South Rim.  I would have had to drive 159 miles to reach the North Rim.  That should give you some idea of the scale of the Canyon.  There was only one road leading to the park.  Still, it was well worth the trouble.  Looking out into the chasm is breathtaking.  It stretches from horizon to horizon.  I hiked along the Canyon Rim trail.  I walked for miles next to the Canyon Rim, just looking out.  I'm lucky that I didn't wander off the trail.  After walking for miles, I hiked down into the Canyon.  Looking out along the edge is one thing, but venturing down into it is something else.  It gives you a whole new perspective on just how huge this canyon is.  With more preparation, I think I'd really like to hike down to the Colorado River.  However, you need a permit for that.  Maybe next time. . .

Yesterday evening, I arrived in Park City, Utah.  Southern Utah is pretty amazing.  There are lakes, mesas, and canyons galore.  The terrain matches exactly what you would expect from movies.  Likewise, the roads were almost empty, which gave me the solitude to enjoy the drive.