Grand Canyon - Sunset at Yaki Point

We enjoyed a beautiful sunset at Yaki Point. "Here the sunsets are all about the rocks." That's what Terry says, and she's right.

 These brave, (or should I say stupid), people went out to this rock to see the sunset. No way!

Grand Canyon Rim Trail - Part 3 of 3

On the third day we hiked from Mohave Point to Kolb Studio, with friends Doug & Terry and Steve & Kris.

If you look closely you can see rafts down on the Colorado River. 

 Spiny Lizard

 Doug and Terry

 Kris and Steve

Looking down at a section of Bright Angel Trail.

Grand Canyon Rim Trail - Part 2 of 3

This section is from Mohave Point to Hermit's Rest. Some sections of the trail were right on the edge.

Grand Canyon Rim Trail - Part 1 of 3

Not being used to the high elevation at the Grand Canyon, we decided to hike the 13 mile rim trail in 3 parts. These photos are from Pipe Creek to Kolb Studio.

Sedona, AZ and Montezuma's Castle

Since we had never been to Sedona or Montezuma's Castle we took a day trip from the Grand Canyon. The red rock formations around Sedona are very interesting. No wonder they are a common subject for artists. We'll have to come back and spend some time in this area.

 Montezuma's Castle was home to the Sinagua people for over 300 years, from about AD 1200. They were farmers and built these amazing cliff duelings. We wonder if any of them had a fear of heights.

 The shady path to the ruins.

Beaver Creek was their source of water.

Desert View and the Watchtower

On this day we drove to the eastern end of the park to explore Desert View and the Watchtower.

The Watchtower, like many other structures at the Grand Canyon, was designed by Mary Elizabeth Jane Colter. She was known for designing buildings that would blend in with their surroundings. 

 The first floor was painted by a Hopi artist.

 Looking up to the ceiling.

 Views from the windows at the top.

The following are photos outside the tower at Desert View.

The watchtower in the distance.