Lazarow World-Hike-About

Red Rock Canyon is a real treat. Located in Nevada, a half-hour from Las Vegas, it's controlled by the Federal government. It made us wonder how the state allowed it to slip from its grasp. It really is a treasure. We spent three days wondering up-and-down, climbing the rocks and boulders and of course, ascending more than 2,100 feet to the peak of Turtlehead in a short distance. The latter hike is a good challenge. When observing it from the car park or in fact, any other position, one wonders how a person can reach the summit. Well, it certainly is reachable and in fact, there are a number of different paths, some difficult. One of the great contrasts of the gaming state is the natural beauty of the deserts and gambling houses and dens. Red Rock Canyon, and many of the other fantastic hiking locations, provide a much needed respite for the soul. It illustrates that a balance exists in the world: When we are at ground level in Las Vegas, we are restless and I'm irritated e...

This is one of Jenni's favorite hikes, particularly because of the views of Lake Mead on one side and the deep, rich colors of raw boulders and mountains on the other. While it does not have a formal trail other than in some places, it provides a good challenge and eye-catching rewards for most of the hike. "New Zealanders? This is what we call sheep...with big horns." A favorite of Jenni's, the Hamblin trail of blazing color. The canyon toward Cleopatra trail. A spectacle, all day. A special place to view Lake Mead, more of a river than a lake. Some harsh but delightful places to be wondering. The earth exposes its inner treasures. Hold your lanes fellows. Jenni climbing while in a wash or should that be washing while in a climb? And now returning. Doing their best and succeeding, in avoiding us. Pink rock reminds us of the Coliseum in Rome—the rest are equally attractive. A peek over the mountain to c...