The wind had become a breeze. The sun came out.

Out of the mountains as we suspect a bit of bad weather headed our way.

This is snow that has melted a bit then iced over.

All nicely under control.

An aquaduct for irrigation.

Cedar we believe. Which grows above about 1700m.

Forestry service buildings.

The motorcyclist was short a couple of the right sized spanners.

We were intrigued by the white dots until we realised they are satellite dishes.

Its not on any of our maps. Nor is the road.

But it looked like it headed in the right direction.

With a steep descent.

Still sedimentary. Still contorted.

The dust in the distance is (we think) from a dam construction.

We thought we'd drive the first 7km to look over the cirque.

Not to be. Shortly after this spot, about 3km in, we turned round. Another of our 7 point turns.

The track was a bit washed out and a couple of large piles of rocks (ready for repairs) blocked our way. Probably passable by an enthusiastic smaller vehicle driver.

Pavements for pedestrians and seal up to the pavements.

The municipal campsite is towards the south of the town.

Watched the storks nesting nearby.

Then sat in the truck for the rest of the day watching the rain.

It looks very dark over the mountains so we are pleased to be here.