I continue to enjoy the warmth, sunshine, and beauty of the desert. Today Jane and I hiked 6.5 miles (1500 ft. elevation gain) on the Romero Canyon Trail in Catalina State Park. The trail leads to the Romero Pools. I know I am used to rushing streams and the lush ancient rain forests of the Pacific Northwest, but this Northwest Washington gal did mock or laugh at the shallow “pools” of water deep in the canyon. No! Instead, I squealed with excitement when I first spotted the water because the area around the water was so pleasantly cool and the vegetation so green! It’s just so surprising to see pools of water and waterfalls in the desert. Here are photos from the Romero Canyon Trail in Tucson:
Romero Canyon Trail in Catalina State Park. The Catalina Mountains grace the background of this photo.
Ocotillo in bloom! Jane chose this hike so I could see the many ocotillos in bloom!
Saguaro Cactus
Bellissima: Jane
Landscape I
First sight of the Romero Pools (there is someone taking a dip in the pool)
Jane Hiking
Half Spinal Twist at Romero Pools
Extended Angle Pose at the pools
Manzanita
Ah, the desert!
Landscape II
SPLASH of color: cactus in bloom!
I can just feel how much you’re enjoying that dry blue heat!
Rick