Love me some Smokey da Bear!
Yes, that is snow!
The Rim Trail goes right up to the rim!
I went for 3 hours..... probably 4 miles....maybe 5
Most of the trail is paved -
even wheelchair accessible!
There are parts, though, that are quite steep
and muddy and icy!
An earnest little painter
They have benches and even bathrooms along the way
And a free shuttle service that you just hop on
and hop off - they stop every half mile or so
I hiked for almost three hours
then took the shuttle to the end..... and back.
The whole trail is like 14 miles!
They offer sunrise and sunset tours -
The trail ends at Hermit's Rest....
With this large hearth and cozy fireplace
And hot apple cider or hot chocolate if you are so inclined!
Found a cute little motel with all the comforts of home
And very nice people - and wifi - of course!
Such fantastic pictures! You must be having such an amazing time! I am sooooo envious and in desperate need of a vacation!
ReplyDeleteLove you riding the mule...is there anything you won't try? Hot air balloon, parasailing...what could be next on this wonderful adventure???
ReplyDeletePictures are stunning as always.
Thanks - did the hot air balloon on last year's vacation!
ReplyDeleteMore amazing photos... especially that second one with snow at the rim. Just Wow!
ReplyDeleteThanks - About half of these pics are taken with my trusty cell phone!
ReplyDeleteawesome!!! did the hermit have anything to EAT at his rest stop? hehehe!! you are a brave traveler indeed--and getting major cardio!
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