Just completed an overnight backpacking trip to Peggy's Pond with two friends. Some comments:
* Road to trailhead is in great shape. Maintenance crews are working on the road and was in the best shape I've seen in years. Please note that while passenger vehicles can ford Scatter Creek in cars I'd still recommend higher clearance vehicles.
* Trail to Cathedral Pass is in great shape. Trail to Peggy's Pond is a little more rugged and has maybe a 50-yard section that you have to be a little more careful on but is totally doable. After Squaw Lake you have multiple ponds available between the lake and the junction with the PCT
* Multiple campsites at Peggy's Pond. If it is full just keep hiking past the Pond and you'll find more sites.
* My friends today followed the climber's trail to summit Mount Daniel. if you have some extra time the views from the ridge above Peggy's Pond is worth the effort.
* Saw only 20 people over the two days. Mid-week hikes are a great time to explore and enjoy the wilderness.
*Bugs were definitely an annoyance. Be prepared.
Comments
Is there a back country pit toilet at Peggy's Pond? Thanks
Posted by:
Hikeswith3 on Aug 26, 2022 10:05 AM
Yes there is. We saw the sign once pointing towards it's location but never went to find it.
Posted by:
Fiver on Aug 26, 2022 10:18 AM