Thursday, March 12, 2009

Amazing Hikes


Written by April,

This area has amazing hiking. Before opening the restaurant, when we had more time on our hands, we would hike at least once, if not twice a day. There are several known trails, one going up to some falls on the Rio Colorado. I hear this hike is beautiful (you probably need a guide for this hike or good directions) but due to it being by water and therefore goats roaming free, we have to avoid it. If not, we get to pay for goats as our hunting dogs (aka - not so innocent siberian huskies), decide they like to chase and kill any small and scared animal they can. Because of this, Charlie and I venture out to the Quebrada (a canyon about 10k out of Cafayate towards Salta), to hike in to the washes. They always lead us to the most interesting places with amazing views, or caves you have to crawl in to. While my sister was visiting, we made our way to one of our favorites, a wash that has a road about 17k from Cafayate. The land reminds us so much of the Arizona and Utah area, some of our most favorite places in the States. We continually explore more in the Quebrada and the surrounding areas which don't really have marked trails but have endless opportunities to explore!

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