Ok so its just a continuation of the Englestead descent, but it had so much of its own character and the other album of pictures was just getting too long. Besides, those interested in an Orderville only descent, this makes it easier to find.
When we got into the canyon, it was snow covered, wall to wall. A few inches of fresh snow was being added to. The low points were still snow covered yet hollow ice sheets. Step on them and the floor gave way and down you went.
Beyond Bulloch, the first springs appeared and the character of the canyon changed. Even in areas that were wide and higher than the spring and stream, much less snow was evident. The water had a moderating effect on the temperatures. The contrasts with the big walls still being ice and snow plastered and the flowing stream flowing below. It was like spring and winter living along side each other.
The icicles are often the best part of going through these areas in winter. The put on a fairly good, but not great show for us. Areas with deep piles of broken ice blocks held the snow other areas nearby did not. We moved past these areas briskly.
We had one swim and several wades before meeting the North Fork. Met very folks in the lower narrows. The rocks were especially colorful wet, from the snow-rain mix. Out by 3:30 PM. car shuttles and dinner to come. One of the prettiest days I have seen
Pictures?
Ram
The icicles are almost always there, during any cold spell in the winter. We seemed a bit late for normal ice conditions.
With 5mm neo socks and a dry or wet suit to the waist, it is easy to do.
canyoncaper
Those are some impressive icicles! I’ve never given thought of exploring The Narrows in the winter, but with a dry suit, it looks like it would be a rewarding venture. Thanks!
Felicia