Day 11 – Bryce Canyon to Kanab
The fact that I am writing these lines shows that I have survived – what a relief ;o)
What happened was that I have volunteered to go on a 3 hour ride through Red Canyon. For all of you who don’t know: I do not have any clue how to control a horse. I have tried horseback riding a few times but it I never got the hang of it. But since everybody else in here enjoys riding I felt compelled to join them and go on that ride.
The scenery in Red Canyon itself was nice, the cowboy like acting guides were a laugh and so was the ride itself. We raced through the valley at the incredible speed of – hold your breath – 2 miles per hour. That’s ridiculous. My grandma could have done that ride. So I am feeling a little sorry for the skilled riders, but for me it was just fine – I was able to enjoy the scenery and didn’t have to worry about the horse. Great.
After a tiny lunch we drove to Bryce Canyon and were awed by its beauty. The amphitheater is a standout natural feature and a sight we will remember. It was scorching again but that didn’t keep us from descending on the Navajo trail which leads to the bottom of the canyon. The walk is just 1.3 miles but includes a change of altitude of 521ft (160m). This walk makes you appreciate the beauty even more – check the photo section for proof.
After that exhausting hike we just got back into our SUVs and drove to Kanab, which is just an hour away. For the first time on this trip, we stayed at a typical US motel. And the homepage is an exaggeration unlike any other. They claim to have a centrally located pool – turns out it is more like a puddle on the parking lot. The room was about 100°F hot (38°C). But hey, it’s just one night and we’ll be fine…
What happened was that I have volunteered to go on a 3 hour ride through Red Canyon. For all of you who don’t know: I do not have any clue how to control a horse. I have tried horseback riding a few times but it I never got the hang of it. But since everybody else in here enjoys riding I felt compelled to join them and go on that ride.
The scenery in Red Canyon itself was nice, the cowboy like acting guides were a laugh and so was the ride itself. We raced through the valley at the incredible speed of – hold your breath – 2 miles per hour. That’s ridiculous. My grandma could have done that ride. So I am feeling a little sorry for the skilled riders, but for me it was just fine – I was able to enjoy the scenery and didn’t have to worry about the horse. Great.
After a tiny lunch we drove to Bryce Canyon and were awed by its beauty. The amphitheater is a standout natural feature and a sight we will remember. It was scorching again but that didn’t keep us from descending on the Navajo trail which leads to the bottom of the canyon. The walk is just 1.3 miles but includes a change of altitude of 521ft (160m). This walk makes you appreciate the beauty even more – check the photo section for proof.
After that exhausting hike we just got back into our SUVs and drove to Kanab, which is just an hour away. For the first time on this trip, we stayed at a typical US motel. And the homepage is an exaggeration unlike any other. They claim to have a centrally located pool – turns out it is more like a puddle on the parking lot. The room was about 100°F hot (38°C). But hey, it’s just one night and we’ll be fine…
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