I broke away from the group, leaving camp at 0630. I was on the trail before 7. I remembered running this trail with Ben Reimold about 5 years ago but wasn’t sure we’d made it all the way to 4 of July Pass. It turns out we had, but it was an excellent second time up. My body felt good on the trail throughout. I nearly rolled my ankles several times but caught myself. Great views of snow-covered peaks to the South. Primus, Austera, etc. I think didn’t think I’d make it to the pass with the limited time I had, but I pushed myself and made it home without making Hannah too anxious.
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Def felt like a suffer fest but the summit was rewarding. Not much water source except for down low
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This is a brutal day hike with aggressive gain on a non maintained hikers trail. Incredible views at the summit but one of the toughest day hikes you’ll ever do.
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Deceptively steep and narrow, but very beautiful. Enough to get the blood pumping. Small waterfall and great view of the lake. Walks right over the dam for an even better view. Wind was a little strong while we were there, but overall very nice. We passed a park ranger going up the trail with a team of 5 mules and a horse. Very cool.
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