My wife and I try not to miss seeing the fall colors at West Fork just north of Sedona. Today, was the day we had open to make the trip. We arrived just after 9am to a full parking lot, so we drove another 1/2 mile up the highway to park on the shoulder. No big deal. I expected a crowd but figured once we get a mile in, it won’t seem so bad. Well, it was bad. We did have moments of solitude and quiet yet those peaceful feelings left me on the hike back. The big groups of folks and their requisite dogs got on my nerves. What’s the deal with dog owners? What makes them think little fluffy foo-foo wants to see fall colors? What are doggy parks for? Okay, I don’t actually hate dogs, it is mostly the fact that the owners are not responsible and respectful. I really like West Fork for the intimate feeling of the narrow canyon and the lush vegetation. Not such an intimate canyon today, everyone had the same idea, I don’t blame them, it’s a beautiful place worth seeing again and again. Ah well, it was mostly enjoyable and the colors were amazing as usual. We found a few more awesome alcoves just off the trail to photograph. We hiked to the end of the trail where a person could continue past the 3.3 mile end if you don’t mind wading in water. Some day, we will do it. My favorite pic of all is the raven getting it’s feet wet. Check it:
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| pratically a rainbow of colors from these trees |
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| Caw, caw… here is my fav pic of the day! |
