Visting Vegas

On my way back from Park City I stopped into Vegas to visit JJ and Huichi. Huichi and I had planned to do a few hikes but the weather conspired against us. It poured rain all day Saturday. We decided to go see a movie but when we got there (right on time vs early) the only seats together were in the front row. Instead we went to REI, cooked dinner and watched a few movies on their nice TV (50 inches). It was almost like being at the movies.

Sunday the weather was better so we decided to try to go hiking. Our first stop was Red Spring which has brillant red rocks. It was warm and pleasant.

Our second stop was the Willow Spring - White Rock loop (six miles). The trail started out fine. As we progressed we moved above the snow line. I was okay in my Keens but Huichi was in trail runners and got wet feet. I offered to turn back numerous times due to slippery, wet conditions but Huichi wanted to continue. It was a really beautiful hike. However, by the time we got to Willow Springs we were both pretty cold. There was no question of stopping for lunch. Huichi couldn't even feel her fingers. However, the next section of the walk was nice and we warmed up by the time we got to the end. We then hiked up to Keystone Thrust adding another two miles to the hike.

White rock

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From there we drove down to Icebox Canyon. It was late and the weather appeared to be worsening so we only hiked a short time but saw a pretty good waterfall and then headed home.

A fun trip - I want to come back and hike in Valley of Fire with Huichi.

You can see my full size photos here or in the slideshow below.