Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument – Senita Basin

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NPS Ranger drove a shuttle van to Senita Basin for us to hike back to campground. The unpaved road paralleled the border of Mexico. The hike was very secluded and incredible.
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We did not see this Cholla Cactus in Tucson so it probably likes warmer weather as do the Organ Pipe Cacti.
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Building left from Victoria Mine – we had our picnic lunch enjoying this view.
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Framing a hiking companion and the view of this wilderness area.
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Moon rise before sunset. This awesome view is from our campsite!
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Tonight’s ranger evening program will be on the Moon – how it reflects different cultures and what we know about it. It is quite beautiful to contemplate.