The Nature Trail at Catalina State Park
Took a brief walk in Catalina State Park, near our community today. It was early, and a bit cloudy this morning, but cool. As I walked the trail, I noticed that the desert was particularly alive and beautiful, with lots of animals, flowers, and gorgeous mountain views. Saw a number of creatures including a small rat snake that quickly crossed the path in front of me, some leaping mule deer, some caterpillars, lots of ants working back and forth on their own paths, and many lizards. Got the geocache I was after, but mostly enjoyed the couple miles of trail. I never saw another hiker, never heard a car or train, just the breeze and peacefulness of the beautiful Sonoran Desert. Here are a few other shots from the morning:
One of many active fellows along the trail
A vacant cactus wren nest in a cholla cactus
Along the Nature Trail in Catalina State Park
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