PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: CARRIZO GORGE

January 2014 Articles

January 23, 2014 (Carrizo Gorge) – Laurie Baker sent photos taken while hiking at the rugged Carrizo Gorge in McCain Valley, near the site of a planned industrial wind facility. Her images show the dramatic rock formations that make this area one of the most spectacular scenic vistas in San Diego's East County.

A highlight of the day was catching a glimpse of the “goat trestle” from what was once known as the “Impossible Railway” due to the challenges of constructing the line in this rocky and remote location.

A low point was seeing damage done by motorcyclists cris-crossing the terrain on the same trails frequented by hikers and wildlife, including bighorn sheep.

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