For our 29th anniversary, we decided to go back to where we first were SUPPOSED to honeymoon, which was Zion National Park. However, 29 years ago, Kent didn't make reservations, so...... we actually stayed in the ever so romantic, Hurricane, Utah!#*(* We almost didn't make it this time for my dad had just got out of the hospital from emergency brain surgery the day before. I needed a break, but a STEEP hike wasn't exactly the break I had in mind. But, I contemplated the beauty of hiking Angels Landing and what would my dad do right now if he could, and that's how I ended up on top of the ridge.
He did this just to freak me out. This section wasn't too scary, but it soon turned to a much steeper drop off.
I tried to take a picture of the switchbacks named "Walter's Wiggles" when we hiked them, but couldn't get a good shot. This sign shows them best.
I thought going up these steep trails was hard, but my knees told me that they didn't like the downward trek either!!
Our lodge room was great and it truly was a beautiful November day with great weather. I had a bad cold as well and so simply breathing was a chore, let alone climbing STRAIGHT up. We FINALLY made it to Scouts Landing and then we got into the ridge area which is quite treacherous with chains to keep you safe. I went part way up but then decided that I would sit out the last part of the ridge and watch Kent trudge towards the top. I had a couple of cute little chipmunks wait it out with me, actually getting into my pack, standing on my hand, and begging for Reese's pieces. The above picture was taken from my "safe spot" which was also a great view, with fun, furry little companions! It was a great day and did give me the much needed pick me up!!
The view from our lodge balcony. It was a very nice, relaxing room. A beautiful night to watch the moon come up.
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