Deborah Wall, Recreation

With the temperatures in our region finally cooling off, now is a good time to head out to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. There are many canyons to explore in the park but Pine Creek Canyon should be tops on your short list.

Pine Creek Canyon is not only stunning geologically but has dense vegetation, a seasonally flowing creek and remains of an old homestead from the 1920s. The official trail, which includes a loop, is a moderate two-and-one-half miles, yet for more adventure and some rock scrambling there are plenty of opportunities to explore the upper reaches of the canyon.

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