Living on the Wasatch Front

One of the great things about living on the Wasatch Front is being so close to the mountains. This year I've made (okay, pleaded and begged) Bob to go on a couple hikes with me that are only minutes from our home.

First up was Jump Off Canyon. This hike only has a waterfall in the spring, but because we had such a late start to our summer we were still able to see the waterfall in June.

The view looking out from the mountains is always just as inviting.

A picture of both of us, just because that's what you do when you get to your hiking destination.

Next up is Waterfall Canyon. We live only ten minutes from this trailhead and it's sad to say that I haven't been on this hike for a couple decades.

It's a great hike but be prepared for some good cardio vascular exercise along the way. It's a busy trail but it's still tranquil.

No snake sightings, that was an added bonus!

The payoff at the end is being able to look at this beautiful waterfall and to look back towards the city.

As always, the obligatory pictures documenting this trek.

Trying to find a rock to stabilize your camera so you can take a picture together is a little tough to do on a steep grade, but passing your camera off to someone to take your picture always has interesting results.

Just a little blurry, but that's to be expected. The important thing is being able to explore these great mountains that are so close by.