Rain Day

A trail up the west face of Tortugas Mountain

It had already rained a little by the time Becca and I got on the trail, but we were fortunate not to get wet during a long weekend hike.  There were a few other outdoor enthusiasts around and about, but things really got hopping when we reached the parking area after our trek.  It may have been an organized group activity that drew so many people to Tortugas; the parking lot was packed.  In Becca's way of thinking we were getting out of there just in time.

Heavy overcast above the foothills trail

Looking back at the mountain

The threat of rain is imminent

Picacho in sunlight

Across the rugged desert floor

Huge Pencil Cholla

Beyond Tortugas, the Organ Mountains

Heading back into the foothills

Clearing skies

Full house at the Sunset parking lot