A rare occasion. Results of a perfect situation. Flash flooding occurs from prolonged heavy rains in the desert. It creates absolutely massive waterfalls on the sandstone cliffs in Hellhole canyon. Majestic. Breathtaking. Exhilarating. Southern Utah is a wonderful place.
We hiked into the canyon in the pouring rain. Temperatures just above freezing on the desert floor, with snow falling in the higher elevations. There is nothing in the world quite like storms in the desert. Plants graciously welcome each raindrop. Giving thanks, the landscape becomes exceptionally vivid in color. Wildlife rejoices. A refreshing, sacred scent fills the air. Those willing to venture into nature during less than ideal conditions, are generously rewarded with beauty that can’t accurately be described. As you show respect to mother nature, you momentarily become one with the Earth.
(Warning: If you are going to hike anywhere there is a risk of flash floods, you need to be extremely cautious.)
