So far we’ve been looking at rocks. Rocks, rocks and more rocks. Arches National Park is where you see some really animated rocks. Rocks that come in all forms of shape, most of them monumental in size, some more corny than others. The rocks are formed by erosion from both wind and water. It’s a wonder how nature builds and destroys at the same time, yet produces beauty no matter what the process is. I guess beauty is defined in human terms. Perhaps the lizards just don’t give a shit.
The arch formations are indeed impressive. They are massive, often forming an amphitheater effect creating echo as we shout against them. Other than rocks, the trees, much like those in Monument Valley, are extremely organic. I don’t really know what they are. They have needle-like leaves and form like a mini bonsai tree… except these are full sized. There is no logic to how they grow since many plants tend to grow towards where the sun light is. These just don’t seem to be following any rule.
Two of the most iconic arches in the national park are Landscape Arch, which is the biggest in the world, and Delicate Arch for its iconic shape. Well, the day was hot. Even though the hike to Landscape Arch is only a mile, it was not really all that exciting because the arch, since we cannot get close to it, was not as impressive as we’d expected.
The hike to Delicate Arch is a relatively long one. It involves climbing over this huge rock, and we don’t get to see the arch until the very last turn…. And I mean the VERY LAST TURN! Is it worth it? Well, the hike is actually rather enjoyable. The arch itself…. Well, I think it looks like someone’s butt and legs, but it’s up to the individual to imagine what it looks like. After all, I took some shots as the sun was setting, but we were in a rush to get the hell out, trying to make our way to Salt Lake the same night.
What was more interesting was the town of Moab. I guess I should have known better, it’s the capitol of mountain biking! It’s actually a lot more than that. Moab is the capitol of outdoor sports. Sky diving, ATV, mt biking, dirt biking, white water rafting, jeep, Humvee rides…. You name it! It’s a shame that I am always in a hurry and can’t spend more than one day at hot points like this. That’s life, got to take what I can get and enjoy it the best way I can.
Double Arches
Drive in Arches
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