The Saddle

Melanie and I went on a hike together this morning over the Tuacahn Saddle.  I don't know if I can count the amount of times I've heard our Desert Cliffs guests say they love this hike and that it's their favorite.  In fact, many times our return guests will request it and if the weather and conditions are suitable, we are happy to oblige.

I don't know if I can pinpoint exactly why it is everyone loves this hike so much.  It could be the fabulous views from the saddle, looking down onto Tuacahn and Snow Canyon.  It could be the heart-pumping scramble to the top.  It could be the arch, Fern Gully and pools of water on the decent.  It could also be the sea of sand that sculpts and tones our calves (well the guides love it!).  It could be the possibility of seeing a Desert Tortoise or the Jack Rabbits. It very well could be the combination of all of these things.  I know it is for me.  This hike leaves you feeling accomplished with an "I can do anything" feeling.

We call this hike The Saddle, but it is known in Snow Canyon State Park as Padre Canyon.  If you are a guest with Desert Cliffs, you'll enjoy being guided on this hike with us but if you visit the St. George area on your own, this is should be on your must-do-list.  Check out the Snow Canyon tab above for more info.

We have just posted a poll on our Desert Cliffs Facebook page because we're interested in hearing which hike is the most favorite of our beloved guests!  Go vote!  If you don't see your favorite hike listed, be sure to vote "other" and list the hike in the comments section.

Take a hike!!

Spring is here at Desert Cliffs

There is nothing more lovely than hiking in the desert during the Spring!  It's here!  While many parts of the U.S. still have snow, we sure don't.  You really should come now.

Come enjoy the spring hikes with us at Desert Cliffs!

"Indeed, it has affirmed my belief that our purpose as spiritual beings is to follow our bliss, seek our passions, and live our lives as inspirations to each other." ~ Aron Ralston

You all inspire me when you come and share our passion of hiking with us.

Cheryl

ANGEL'S LANDING

We have a guest here for four weeks, and she is TOUGH, and very BRAVE. She wanted to hike Angel's Landing, so I checked it out and asked the the Ranger last week if it was going to be icy, and he said that it shouldn't be too bad. So we started on this hike which is a 5 mile hike and a climb of 1500 feet. We started out a little on the chilly side, but after a few minutes, we were warm.

I just love this hike, and especially the 'Walter's Wiggles' here. There are 22 of these switch backs....we were feeling really good here.

We made it to the top of Scout's landing in a little over an hour, it was a great pace, and of course even from Scout's landing the view is spectacular!!

But continuing on is what is INCREDIBLE...I could say that it's not for those scared of heights, but I have seen many people conquer their fear on this. The park has really made it very safe with chains that will be there for you to hang on to. We had to deal with a few icy patches that were not too bad, but we had to be very careful and choose our footing wisely.

We made it to the top and found this note under a rock...they hiked this three days before us.

This was on the back of the note, this girl had a fear of heights and made it to the top, but I wouldn't say that it was 'ice covered ground' more like 'ice covered patches', but really cool that she did this inspite of her fear of heights.

This is proof that we were at the top today!:)

What an incredible day!! Jeanette will also conquer Observation Point while she is here with us....CAN'T WAIT!!