We couldn't visit here without going to the Glen Canyon Dam. It was a very controversial project. There were those that wanted the power generating dam and those who wished to preserve the beauty of the canyon.
Looking at the visitor center and one end of the dam.
From the dam overlook trail.
Also from the dam overlook trail looking down river.
The hanging gardens was the destination on our next hike. The water seeps from between the rock layers providing a perfect place for plant life which clings to the rock. It was a hot day and the cool, damp air here was very refreshing.
The rock overhanging the gardens was massive and beautiful.
Looking out from the gardens towards Lake Powell.
The only flower in bloom in the hanging gardens was the beautiful stream orchid. They were all over the wall.
Most of our trail was marked by rows of rocks.
Interesting layers of rock.
Looking back toward the hanging gardens which are in what looks like a cave in the center of the photo.
Springtime in the desert.
Almost back to the car.
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