Number 3: Shoshone Point sunset
I’d read mention of a place called Shoshone Point at the Grand Canyon in a photography blog online. It included super vague directions of where to park and how far to hike down an unmarked path, and that was enough to intrigue me. After probably 20-30 trips to the Canyon in my lifetime, it’s one of the only places I’ve never been before.
It was so much better than I expected. We hiked about a mile and found a hidden away picnic pavilion, maintained pit toilets and of course, a relatively private view of the Grand Canyon.
Being virtually alone on the edge of the Grand Canyon at sunset was pretty special. No loud tourists ruining my peace and quiet. No screaming children. Just me, a friend, a couple of craft beers and the changing colors and dancing light of sunset on the walls of the Grand Canyon.
The thing about the National Parks in summer is it can be hard to find solitude, and on this night, we did, and it was wonderful. I dream of going back there, and I’m sure I will one day.
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