Bouldering at Calico Basin

Yesterday I spent 5 hours exploring higher elevations of the Calico Basin area. I was hoping to find Bighorn sheep, but instead found brilliant colors, endless caves and challenging scrambles. I don't recommend doing this hike alone, it can be a bit dangerous.

If you look carefully, you can see the famous Las Vegas strip at the top of the picture.

Partially frozen watering hole.

Fungus among us.

Calico Basin

Great place to climb!

There are petroglyphs throughout the area

The Calico Basin/Red Springs area is one of my favorite places to hike in Red Rock Canyon.  With its endless trails, giant boulders and gorgeous variation of color, it offers something for everyone.

Echo Canyon

Echo Canyon to Fossil Ridge trail.  Minutes from Las Vegas with beautiful views, wild burros, fossils and a perfect echo at the top.

Brian Head, UT

Powder day!

Kraft Mountain Loop

Canyon hike with scrambling and great views of turtlehead peak

Joshua Tree

Happy Halloween

Who needs candy?! (North Peak)

View From South Sister

Hard to believe this is right outside of Las Vegas!

Stella & Mary Jane

Mary Jane Falls is one of the most popular hikes in the Mount Charleston area. Stella, one of my beloved mini schnauzers is one of my favorite hiking partners. She put me to shame the way she effortlessly navigated all the stairs and switchbacks. We shared a treat at the top and raced each other down. Just 2.5 miles and 900 feet elevation gain, this hike is well worth the trip and easy enough for most novice hikers.