Hiking and climbing mountains inspired me into this life philosophy - LIFE IS A MOUNTAIN. Every step you make leads to summit. You may be forced to turn around or change routes for any cause, never know. But, stay focused and look forward. The mountain will be there always. Pace yourself and reach "your" summit, for every step counts. Enjoy the view and feed your soul as it comes along. Life is a journey, not a destination. Life is like climbing a mountain.....
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Monday, July 10, 2017
Hike up Ralston Peak 6/30/2017 - Desolation Wilderness, CA
June 30, 2017
Wow!
Amazing hike with spectacular vistas in all directions....Desolation
Wilderness, surrounding peaks and alpine lakes, Lake Tahoe and many other peaks
of northern High Sierra as far as you can see! It's a strenuous hike with high
altitudes/9,200', gaining 2,800' in 3 - 4 miles depending on routes. But, the
reward at the summit blows you away! Two thumbs up!!
The trail is mostly dry and in good condition with one blowdown (minor). As of
June 31, there are some snow fields to cross between 8,300' and 9,000', but
nothing to worry about as they are easy to cross. (Water proof boots
recommended, however.) Most of the snow along the trail will probably melt away
in a week or so.
Looking down from high above, the core zone of Desolation Wilderness still
looks covered with ice and snow where Tamarack Lake, Ralston Lake, Lake of the
Woods and Lake Aloha are.
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