Sunday, East of Tortugas

Just southeast of the Tortoise

Dr. K, Becca and I did a semi-long hike around the east side of Tortugas Mountain this morning, and the weather was really cooperative.  Although the dewpoint was 55F (quite a lot of moisture in the air) a constant cool and refreshing breeze kept conditions more than bearable.  We encountered only two people, an elderly man and woman who were out enjoying the morning while getting in their much-needed exercise.

An awful lot of country to explore

Yuccas and the Organ Mountains

Small Yucca forest east of Tortugas Mountain

Dropping down to the lower desert trail

Ms. Becca and Mr. Packrat

Far east of Tortugas

Wispy clouds over the Tortoise