Type of Hike
Overnight
Great tune-up hike for the coming summer. Son and I parked at the trailhead about 1130 Saturday morning and headed toward River Camp (our overnight destination). Trail was in really good condition considering there was snow here not long ago. Some wet and muddy spots near the numerous small creeks, but overall in good shape. Awesome spring views of the mountains and lots of birds and even a couple deer were spotted. Passed 1 group of day hikers just before Three O'clock Ridge, otherwise had the trail to ourselves. Leisurely pace put us at River camp about 3 p.m. Set-up, made an early dinner, and sat down to a relaxing, albeit smoldery, fire. One other group of 2 showed up around 4 and setup camp. Weather was awesome! Broke camp about 10 Sunday and headed back at a crisper pace (since it's mostly downhill on the way out) and passed one group headed towards River Camp. Trailhead at 12:30 and beat the traffic home...does it get any better?
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