The trip Report Hiking the Grapevine Trail to Left Fork North Creek is part of The Space Between the Lines blog series devoted to hiking, peak-bagging, and ATV/OHV riding in the backcountry and byways of the world.
Read MoreNorthgate Peaks Trail. The Guardian Angels - UT, quad (Zion National Park)
I’m trying to get back into hiking shape; however, it feels like I have a long way to go. I had knee reconstruction surgery toward the end of March. I completed my physical therapy without too much squealing and crying like a ten-year-old girl. Please don’t verify that with the PA; the leg feels good and strong.
Read MoreNorthgate Peak East - The Guardian Angels - UT quad
Kolob is a rugged section of the park and you really have to want and know how to be here.
Read MoreNorthgate Peaks East - The Guardian Angels, UT quad
Friends in from out of town, family looking for a fun, cooler (as in temperature) hike in the Zion area. Always one of my favorites. I don't think there is another peak, in Zion as easy to climb, that offers the same rewarding views as Northgate Peaks East summit.
Read MoreJobs Head - Guardian Angel quad
Pictures only. Trip Report - ASAP
Read MorePocket Mesa - Guardian Angel quad
Pictures only. Trip Report - ASAP
Read MoreNorth Guardian Angel, Little Northgate - The Guardian Angel quad
Pictures Only - Trip Report - ASAP
Read MoreSpendlove Knoll - Cave Knoll - Tinaja Knoll
"I soon find myself in a courtyard of sorts with 5 massive sandstone hoodoos lining the circumference. I almost feel compelled to make a case of my right to share this magical place with them on this day. "
Read MoreGreatheart Mesa. The Guardian Angels - UT, quad. (Zion National Park)
I'm sure my feeling about Greatheart Mesa will fade, but if you are looking for a fantastic out-of-the-way peak to climb some fabulous summer day. I'd choose something else.
Read MorePeak 7420 and Firepit Knoll - The Guardian Angels - UT, quad
Nothing in this rugged country is "simple" or "easy." Upon reaching the high, rocky, formation of the ridgeline, it quickly became clear I was not going to be able to get into the next ravine, nor could I climb the wall on the other side.
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