April Fools! It was a moderately difficult hike, but not too long of a climb. I tried put my new trail runners – Columbia Montrail Trinity – and they were sticky enough for the incline, both up and down.

My friend, Sandy, and I saw a small group of Longhorn cattle on the side of the dirt road leading to the trailhead. They weren't afraid of us, but they eyed us suspiciously. There were even a few spring calves.

Two rangers met us at the overflow parking and directed us to find a spot. We arrived just before 9am after a few detours around the closed US 60 freeway. Tip: Find an alternate way to get there if you're coming from Phoenix.

At the trailhead, we took advantage of the rustic facilities (bring your own hand sanitizer). Two more rangers greeted us at the trailhead and pointed out the big horn sheep on a rock not too far ahead. We paused to look at the sheep and took lot of wildflower photos too.

The trail passed some flowing water – small streams from recent rains – and wasn't too difficult to follow. The switchbacks made the hike interesting and the views did not disappoint. At Fremont Saddle, on a clear day like this one, we could see for miles. Weaver's Needle is an easy rock formation to pick out in the distance. All in all, a great hike!

This was my 4th hike out of six, and I'd done this one a few times before, though it's been a while.

Wasson Peak and Flatiron remain!