Bunker and Castle Creeks

Ever since fishing Castle Creek three weeks ago, Kent has been studying Google Earth for other small streams that might hold trout.  Bunker Creek always seemed like a good option, but from past experiences we knew the road was a "bear" and so we had never explored its upper regions.  While doing his "due diligence" in researching the stream he read that the road had recently been graded and so the seed was planted - we had a plan!  Bunker Creek turned out to be a bust for fish, but "Oh, my!" was it ever adorned with gorgeous wildflowers showing off all their beauty.

After exploring the area, we completed our day by traveling over one ridge to Castle Creek where we knew fish resided.  We weren't disappointed!  What a great way to spend the day and beat the Hurricane Valley heat.

Kent has always been about curious the upper end of Bunker Creek, so pretty!
(Notice this shallow pond was formed by a beaver dam)

Indian Paintbrush

We call this "skunker" Bunker Creek, no sign of fish & no fault of the dog! 

Pretty Columbine growing among the Heartleaf Arnica on the hillside above the creek

We took another road to the west and came across Deer Creek

More Columbine!

Castle Creek has fish . . . Chipper is just waiting for the action to begin!

Shooting Stars were in full bloom

Swallowtail butterfly feeding on some Heartleaf Bittercress

Kent felt a good tug on his line . . . 

A fish out of water!

A nice sized Bonneville Cutthroat trout for Castle Creek

There were a few Elephant Head stalks growing near the creek

 Chipper had such a good time today, he didn't want to go home . . .
kinda looks like a rebellious kid, huh?!  

All good things must come to an end . . . we will be back,
it's a fun place to be on a hot summer day!