rejuvenated in Warner Springs

Day 6 ~ Barrel Spring - Warner Springs - campsite ~ miles 101.something - 115.3(ish)

We hiked a quick 8ish miles into town this morning.   It was quite magical watching the landscape change over the past day:  yesterdAy we started in a dry desert landscape in shades of orange and red and cacti and other prickly plants pretty much made up the vegetation; as we neared the transformative natural water source down in the valley, the landscape began to come alive with lush green vegetation and huge shade trees. We arrived in Warner Springs around 9, after stopping at Eagle Rock along the way...the rock formation looks just like an eagle.  The Warner Springs Communy Center was open for hikers-just the oasis we were looking for.  We got showers...outdoor showers with a real towel and washcloth and warm water.  We got our laundry done for us.  We got to charge our phone.  We got a ride to the post office  to pickup the resupply box with our food. We even had a delicious meal, which consisted of a double cheeseburger, macaroni salad, chips, and a Pepsi.  Seriously...what more could a hiker desire all in one building?!  Several (30+?) hikers trickled in throughout the day.  We sat under the shade of a huge tree in front of the center chatting with other hikers while sorting through our food and organizing our packs, picking at our blisters and relaxing.  We were at the center for most of the day (until 4) and still managed to put in some miles on the trail.  We're feeling clean and rejuvenated.  We hiked out with Thor and Ferntoe to a sweet large camping area.  There are lots of hikers camping here, including our 4 buddies that we've been hiking with.  We spent the evening laughing together..my abs seriously hurt.  Trail Life is so good.