Lake Valhalla — Friday, Sep. 26, 2025

Trail itself was mostly dry and rooty/rocky except for the first section which follows the stream bed. I avoided that section by stepping to the road where the trail intersects and road walked to my car which was parked outside the trailhead on the way back. Air smelled a bit smoky at times but overall, it was a beautiful day and the lake was gorgeous as always. I got a late start and did the last half back by headlamp. There are 18 switchbacks on the way down.