10.13 Angels Landing #5, Zion, Utah
Our destination: Angels Landing We have a tradition, a new one, that dictates we try climb the staggering Angels Landing at least once a year. Why we feel this way is a mystery. Perhaps it might be that a few years ago, we were both afraid of heights. Each time we attempt it, it seems easier, as do most things in life. However, we are very cautious. There are positions that are unforgiving. In places, very narrow ledges, sometimes two feet wide, are all that supports one from the 1,500 feet trip to ground level. Some color in Zion, a view from the top. Virgin River trickling and road wending Editor goofs off at Angels Landing peak Final third of the hike, the near vertical climb, a 'little intimidating' 'Hanging' around with Jenni Briefly, there is a steep 2-miles hike to Scout’s Lookout. As one reaches this base, one confronts the tall slab. The first time we observed the slab, we thought nothing of it. It was a mountain to be looked at and a...