This is another hike in the Sierra de Grazalema - the wettest spot in Spain! It was quite spectacular; first the trail leads past a Griffon Vulture nesting area, then the trail abruptly descends 300m to a small creek at the bottom of a deep gorge. Wow!
The setting is dry and rocky.
Truckin' along
Shady spot - Break time!
Same break
Birds on a ridge
Waiting for mom & dad to finish taking pictures.
Ooooh! Steep!
The other side of the canyon
No trail on the other side.
Deep in the canyon
Persistent root
The creek at the bottom; the kids are instantly undressing and heading for the water.
Waterfall
Ferns
Starting back up.
A cave on the far wall. The trail on the other side still looks sketchy.
No handrails - no missteps.
Look! Stairs through the cleft!
The trail was steep but beautiful.
Tree
Ferns
Succulents
Now everybody's waiting for me to finish taking pictures (but I think they're pleased for the excuse to take a break!)
Oh! Birdie!
These birdies are apparently Griffon Vultures.
Skillful flyers
A common orchid, ranging from white to a much darker pink.
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