A totally gorgeous day for a classic snowshoeing trip to Artist Point and Huntoon Point.
Arrived at the parking lot by 9 on Sunday and there were still many spots left. Lots of skiers but there were only a handful of snowshoers.
We started from the Forest Service vault toilet, went pass Heather Meadows Visitor Center, and then up to Artist Point and Huntoon Point. We also did a mini side trip to the lower Bagley Lake. Tempted to go further to the upper Bagley Lake where the bridge is, but decided not to (not recommended when avalanche forecast is high).
There were many bootpaths and ski tracks all over the place. Most bootpaths that we followed were packed so we rarely postholed. Things will definitely change next week with lots of snow in the forecast, except for Monday.
Total mileage today was around 4.2 miles with 2 hours moving time. It's pretty short and sweet. Next time, early in the season, I will attempt the summer Bagley Lakes Loop route.
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