Backpacking in Bandelier

There's still snow in the high country this time of year, but Bandelier is low enough and warm enough that it's a pretty nice locale for a quick overnight backpacking trip. 

We hiked in and found a nice warm spot perched along the edge of a canyon.

Evidently, this has been deemed a good spot for a long time, as there were many potsherds on the ground to admire.

The first wildflowers of the season are starting.  In this case, an evening primrose.

We enjoyed the peaceful evening.