Okay so that may be a little dramatic, however for a class 1 hike, this one was hard. We started below timberline, and it felt like it went straight up from there! The view is breathtaking, always worth the effort.
We had to start a little earlier this trip. The weather was definitely not on our side. There have been several
lightening strikes that have hit hikers this year, and we didn't want to take any chances. After a morning full of delays, we did manage to hit the trail head at around 7 am. Not as early as we wanted, but close!
After venturing above tree line, we encountered several mountain goats on this trip.
This big guy was walking right down the trail. We stepped just off the trail to let him pass, however he moved off the trail right along with us.
This was a no zoom photo.
We are aware that mountain goats can be dangerous, and we in no way followed or harassed this beautiful creature.
Just fortunate enough to be able to see him.
What a view...
It's official, we made it to 14,264'. We managed to hit the summit at about 10 am. Not bad timing, but as you can see the clouds are moving in. Can't stay too long up here.
Konnor's second 14er! This time like last he practically ran up the mountain. He left his mom and dad in the dust. He made the summit before both of us.
Geo marker, love finding these.
Thinking we might try one more this year. Grays and Torreys were coming for you, maybe even this season!
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