Seminole Canyon

 This was a new stop for us in southern Texas. The Seminole Canyon campground sits out in the Sonoran desert 40 miles west of Del Rio, a large city where we stocked up on groceries.
Our first morning at the campsite we toured the adjacent cliff dwelling remains with Guide Jack and 7 other adults (plus 3 kids who were all coughing and sneezing, but still cute.) We climbed up into two cliff overhangs that were used 4000 or more years ago by early Pecos River inhabitants. The paintings at least date to 4000 years ago. A somewhat common pictograph found in these caves as well as others along the Pecos River Valley is an image of what is believed to be the Deer God. Deer was, of course, the main source of protein for these indigenous people so was very important,

but also, the bumps on the ends of his antlers are thought to represent peyote buttons. The Deer God legend has him bringing peyote to the first people of the earth.

When I stepped out of the Pickle our second morning there I was greeted by three deer standing close by and then I looked up to see to see an absolutely glorious sunrise. No peyote connection here, but I couldn't help but feel some leftover ancient vibe hovering.


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  We also hiked about 3 miles along the rim of the canyon and the Presa Overlook Trail. It was mid afternoon and WARM! Shirtsleeves!