Low: Not sure ... probably beginning the day full of doubt and concern after the rough day before. I also was very low on energy toward the end of Moraine Pass, and actually told Chris I didn't care about looking at rocks! I think our low calorie diet was taking its toll, and probably a bit of stress-related exhaustion. Although I'll take this kind of stress over work stress any day!
High: Hiking through Camp Creek valley. We didn't know what to expect, especially as far as vegetation goes. But the descent was gradual and through a wide valley with a picturesque meandering stream. As Eric said, "This is a magical valley." Waterfalls poured down steep slopes on either side of us, and eventually we had views of some imposing mountains on the other side of Eagle River. I was very tired at that point but was celebrating on the inside.
This day was very scenic, so there are lots of pictures!
Looking up N. Fork Ship Creek valley.
Fresh snow on some of the mountains!
A lot of the rocks around Moraine Pass were shattered like this. I'm not sure why, it looked really neat.
Grizzly Bear Lake
Almost to Moraine Pass (aptly named as you can see from all the rocks, left behind by glaciers).
The view of Moraine Pass, to the left, and Paradise Pass straight ahead-ish. We had thought about going over Paradise but it would have extended our trip. Plus I have heard it is very steep, can you tell??
Looking up valley along Camp Creek.
What's that, sunshine?? Beautiful!
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What an incredible trip Anna!! Those landscapes are almost unreal, so beautiful:)
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