We agree that, tied with Navajo Knobs Hike in Capitol Reef National Park, this is our favorite hike, to date. Took it last year, and were very excited to return and do it again.
The hike begins by going up Black Rock Canyon.
A lot of the elevation is obtained through a 2 mile wash through this canyon--so it was pretty mild. Then, there was a bit of a climb, but only about 400 feet or so.
Although it was unpredicted, the wind came up again today. It was just like last year, weirdly. The temperature was about 45 degrees, with wind gusts of 30 mph. It was very cold, and raw, at the top, but awesome.
After traveling along the ridge for about a half a mile we began our descent, which was very mild. We stopped for lunch under a large Joshua Tree that looks like it is about to fall on me.
After we got to the canyon floor we traveled a bit and then began a 600 foot ascent to Warren Peak. It was fairly steep in places, but we motored up. It can be seen in the distance, above my right shoulder.
Today's hike was 8.3 miles with an elevation gain of 1850 feet.
Tomorrow we move to a different campground.
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