Hike in Steinbeck's Canyon

We have been in Puerto Escondido (a bit south of Loreto on the Baja side) for a few days waiting out the latest "norther".  Towards the end of the week we will also connect up with Sharon and Ernie (friends from San Francisco) for a few days together on Magic.

Alan and I hiked in Steinbeck's Canyon on Sunday.  We left the boat in sunny and calm conditions; hiking the mile to Highway 1 and then another 1/2 mile to the canyon.   The canyon leads into the Sierra de la Giganta range -- a rough, rugged, and stark mountain range running along the Baja peninsula.  We had expected a harsh, dry environment.  Harsh:  yes; but we found stagnant pools high in the canyon and many varieties of plants and species of birds.  I understand that after rainy periods, the canyon is actually quite lush and the water can be used for swimming.  Um, it was a bit to green for me to even consider touching it with a toe!

Here are some pictures to enjoy!

The Sierra de la Giganta range

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rocks, Trees, Sky

Rugged country

A fun rock with a secret message!

Captain Wooly leads the way!

Pools of stagnant water -- months since the last rain

Enjoying the sun

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The end of the canyon for us--we would need longer & younger legs!