A final look at one of the cliffs at Red Rock. This was taken just before the sun began to strike the cliffs. When the sun shines directly on the cliffs, texture and detail get lost in the bright light.
Desert / Landscape — Comments Off on Red Rock Canyon State Park–Sunrise 9 19 Jul 12
Red Rock Canyon State Park is a very nice place to camp. Campsites are well separated and there are many trails for hiking. Plenty of opportunities for solitude and reflection. It can be very hot in the summer, though, and is almost always windy.
Desert / Landscape — Comments Off on Red Rock Canyon State Park–Sunrise 8 16 Jul 12
Red Rock Canyon State Park is at the southern tip of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. It is a relatively small area, about 3 miles by three miles, but the distinctive formations have been a landmark for many years.