The Calico Hills seen from near the parking area in Calico Basin at dawn. These beautiful peaks and outcrops are so vividly colored that they remain spectacular to view all day long, even in midday when most of the desert is devoid of strong color and contrast.

I don't know why this is, but if you enlarge the photo and then click on the magnifier, the picture will be in sharp focus; if you just enlarge, it will be slightly blurry. Beats me!

Red Rocks, Nevada-- April 2009