Wicked wind

Depressions in the rock eventually host vernal pools (foreground), that eventually turn into small pockets of vegetation (background).

User: Austin Explorer - 10/29/2006

Location: Enchanted Rock

Rating: 4stars

Difficulty: 4stars

Solitude:

Miles Hiked: 1.30 Miles Elapsed Time: 1 hour, 23 minutes

Comments:

It was a beautiful day overall, which means the trail to the summit was well travelled, so solitude was at a minimum. Though not bad at the base, the winds were howling up on top, so much so that I had to stuff my hat in my backpack despite the fact that it has a chin strap. Despite being crowded on top it was possible to find a quiet spot somewhere just off the peak.

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