Black Canyon

The wildflowers are great right now-- in profusion. However, be on the lookout for rattlesnakes. We saw 4, including one in the grass by the cabin in the aspen. The snakes are shy and fled from us, but sometimes not until we were too close. Also saw a bull snake and green racer. Nice birdlife, including some western bluebirds near the bottom. The road in is rough, but we made it to the elk gate in a Toyota Carolla by going very slowly. The 'exit' for Black Canyon from the Wenas road isn't marked, just look for a big wildlife area sign on the right a mile or two beyond Wenas Lake. Some water in the creek, but bring your own for drinking!