Northgate Peaks of Zion (Sep 09)

Today felt like the first day of Fall, as temps this morning at home were only 59 degrees. I decided to drive to Zion's high country to do a little hiking up on the two Northgate Peaks, which are around 7200' above sea level. I have hiked both peaks two different times before. Most recently I went up the North Guardian Angel two weeks ago.


On the drive up this is a view of North and South Guardian Angels. Notice the deep canyon (Subway) that separates the two.






From the easterly Northgate Peak, here is a view south looking at some of the most impressive peaks anywhere--from left to right: West Temple, Kinesava, Mt Trumble (very faint distant center), then South and North Guardian Angels. The Subway's canyon can be seen down and left in the photo.








This interesting tree, shaped like a sickle, was growing on the summit.