Arches & Canyonlands 2003

In January 2003 I took a trip to Canyonlands NP and Arches NP. I left work at about 11am and was easily in place for sunset at the Island in the Sky region of Canyonlands. The only problem was that the sun didn't really show. I did get some pictures from the overlooks without the sun shining and was able to check out the hike to Mesa Arch for the next morning so I would know how to get there. I then drove to Moab and checked into my hotel and found something to eat. About half the restaurants were closed at this time of year, but I was able to survive. I really didn't spend much time in town at all, except to sleep. Moab is perfectly located in the center of Arches NP and the Needles and Island in the Sky regions of Canyonlands NP. It's also close to a formation overlooking the Colorado River called Fisher Towers. This was the longest trip I've taken by myself. It did get a bit lonely at times, but the quiet and solitude are great ways to de-stress from my usually hectic life. I hope you enjoy the photos.