Carne Mountain — Friday, Oct. 6, 2023

The views here are amazing, which is good because you will earn it.
Starting with the road. The first 10 miles are great paved two lane road.
Then 12 of potholed and sometimes slow going rocky.
The last 2 miles are rutted, wash-outs and large rocky sections.
That said, the lot was full (mostly Subarus) and a 1/4 mile of cars overflow.
Don't be discouraged by that, most aren't taking this hike. Only saw about 20 or so people on a Friday.
The hike is steep and has a large exposed section, great for views but hot if the sun is out.
The views across the valley will keep you going and once you hit the larch filled valley, you'll figure everything that preceded it. (At least until the next morning. :-)
Once you reach the summit, you will be glad you persisted.