We headed out early and drove thru monument valley. Lots of large rock formations but the rest of the drive was very flat. We then drove thru Mexican Hat and saw the rock that looked like a little mexican. After Mexican Hat we decided to take a "Short Cut" to get to Natural Bridges. Well this shortcut was strait up. about a 10% grade and it was gravel. switchbacks but one heck of a view. Once on top we reached bridges without issue. There are three bridges in the park. We did the overlook on the first two then hiked down to the last one. They are very large and the way they form is interesting.
To be classified a bridge a river has to assist in its formation. Otherwise it is considered an arch. So after bridges we drove up to canyon lands. We started down the canyon lands entry at about dusk, then comming around one corner we saw three black bears in the road, a momma and two larger cubs. One cub stood up on two legs to either get a better look or strut his stuff. Soon after the bears we ran into about 20 or more turkeys just making tons of noise and chasing each other around in circles. Well we decided to camp this first night and setup camp in the canyonlands campground. A very nice place with spaced out campsites and very nice facilities.
To be classified a bridge a river has to assist in its formation. Otherwise it is considered an arch. So after bridges we drove up to canyon lands. We started down the canyon lands entry at about dusk, then comming around one corner we saw three black bears in the road, a momma and two larger cubs. One cub stood up on two legs to either get a better look or strut his stuff. Soon after the bears we ran into about 20 or more turkeys just making tons of noise and chasing each other around in circles. Well we decided to camp this first night and setup camp in the canyonlands campground. A very nice place with spaced out campsites and very nice facilities.
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