Heliotrope Ridge — Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025

Beautiful hot day for this hike but that came with fast running water at the creek crossings. There were a few folks who panicked and didn’t get to the glacier. I did it on my 3rd attempt. Poles help, or just grab on to the rocks. Don’t be afraid to get wet; it’s half the fun. Some bring water shoes—it’s not a bad idea but I just went in hiking boots and didn’t care about walking with wet feet. It’s not a hard hike, but the creek crossings aren’t for the faint of heart. I even saw a lady strap her dog onto her back!