Adam's Canyon Fall Hike

October 17, 2010



waterfall from the top cliff 7/20/2009

Previously we have hiked on this trail. Last summer to be more targetable. The hike to Adam’s Canyon is off of HWY 89 in the Layton area in Utah. From the confusingly sandy trailhead to the top of the waterfall at the end, there are many trees to cover your way. Today, being an Autumn day, the leaves are full of colors – red and orange and yellow and green. They line the trail which is full of ups and downs and elevation changes and rocks to climb over and rushing water to follow. The trail has to be a moderate hike or at any rate I must be out-of-shape presently. No matter how much you workout, hikes are much more of an adventure than a mere workout. Not only are your legs and calves aching from the uneven terrain, but your lungs scream at each elevation change. No amount of drinking water or resting will recooperate your muscles and breathing until after the hike is over and you are driving home, feeling the agony of accomplishment. The waterfall was actually flowing decently for this time of year. The beauty of a waterfall always makes a hike feel worth it. Even though there was a waterfall at the top, the leaves of many colors were more of a reward on this hike. From the valley we look up and see the mountains and the beautiful colors but now being close up to the autumn existence is unreal. There are many hikes around Utah that we have conquered, with far better waterfalls, but this one has been the most enjoyable with the season we were able to enjoy this hike. If only one of us had remembered the camera…





Paige on top of the cliff 7/20/2009



Mike at the top 7/20/2009