Yesterday, Thanksgiving, we did a 12 mile hike in the Caliente Wilderness outside of Warner Springs. This is considered the most remote stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail in San Diego County. Even though it was a picture perfect day, we did not see another person from start to finish.
There were many granitic outcroppings along the way.
This one looked like some fantasy animal.
This area has no sign of humans other than the trail itself. Even the sound of aircraft was absent.
We loved the boulders!
The elevation gain was 1,700 feet, but fairly level on this stretch.
It was sort of like having our own Joshua Tree N.P. a lot closer to home...
... and our own Stonehenge!
We explored dune-like areas of decomposed granite, They presented a lot of deer tracks.
Gail models her mono-antler.
An Acorn Woodpecker granary.
Gail spotted this juvenile California Striped Racer next to the trail.
It stayed still for a few pictures, which is uncharacteristic, before streaking off.
We are thankful for this area, its solitude, rock formations, and unlimited areas to explore.
1 comment:
Looks like a beautiful day!
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