Ancient ruins and marvelous first hike

We got an early start to head south to Zion National Park. We left Provo; surrounded by snow-covered peaks and ventured past more rolling hills and plains covered in sage brush. The earth started to show a red hue. Huge ranches with animals as far as you could see. Cattle, dairy cows and sheep. These ranches had thousands of animals. We made our first stop to see  Petroglyphs. Ancient symbols carved into rocks as a firm of communication. They were first discovered in 1776. Very interesting and but sad because nature is slowly eroding these wonders. Next stop was a dinosaur foortprint park. We saw footprint left behind in the mud that filled, fossilized bad became relief- type shapes on the enormous stones. Very cool.
More driving until we reached the Kolob Canyon visitors area which is in the far northwest corner of Zion. There is a five mile scenic drive that takes you to various canyon overlooks. The mighty red rocks stand tall amount the piñon pines. We hiked the Taylor Creek Trail. It crosses the creek at least 50 times. The creek level was very low, so we stepped on rocks to cross if sometimes you walked along side the creek, or down the middle. Not sure what people do when there is high water. I guess they get wet. This trail takes you to a huge alcove called the Double Arch. These arches ar not the type you can see thru. The rocks are strikes I colors from rain and mineral deposits. It was a sight. Over five miles round trip, but so worth it.
Another 30 minute drive and we reached our rental which is at the entrance of the park with outstanding views.
Weather is suppose to be good tomorrow, so we need to plan our agenda.