Descending the switchbacks on Hermit Trail, Grand Canyon National Park.
The trail cuts across many rock layers on its climb to the rim.
Pausing to take it all in from an overlook on the trail.
Wildflowers are everywhere along the trail in April.
Loreah Winlow
Trekking poles will help with the steep part of this trail.
Dripping Springs is the dark streak on the wall in the center of this shady alcove.
The spot where water hits the ground after dripping more than 200 feet down the cliff face.
Resting on the hand-made bench next to the spring.
Take time to relax in the shade of the amphitheater at the spring.
Cliffrose has pretty white flowers and a strong smell.
Grand Canyon views from the Dripping Springs Trail.
The real work comes on the return trip, back up the switchbacks.
Remember to enjoy the views, as a distraction from the uphill trudge.