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| Hiking | 4.68 Miles |
1,094 AEG |
| | Hiking | 4.68 Miles | 3 Hrs 21 Mns | | 1.68 mph |
| 1,094 ft AEG | 34 Mns Break | | | |
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| no partners | | A spur of the moment decision to hit this one. I was slow at work and though “why not?”
I took my usual path up the sandy wash from Usery Pass Road to the Alp d’Huez Trail and then up the steep/sketchy “trail” to the saddle that starts off the High Ridge/A d’H junction.
The weather was perfect. I came across a few mountain bikers and a runner, but otherwise had the place to myself.
The clouds and sunset looked promising. I made it to the middle peak 2972 and then on to the rocky Peak 2959 before heading over to the northern most peak 2933.
Lots of scenery up on this one. Great views of the Goldfields, Four Peaks, Pass Mountain and the Mazatals looking east/north and amazing views of the western horizon.
The sunset was really beautiful. I stayed up until the colors faded. But, on the way down, it looked like there was a little afterglow going on. Oh well, it was an awesome way to end the day.
On the way down, I opted to skip the sandy wash and try out Lance’s Trail which takes you back to Usery Pass Road. I love the groomed trails in the Hawes system. Gotta dodge the occasional biker, but what a nice change from the rough and rocky Supes.
I am glad I decided to head out for this one. Nice exercise, fresh air, a chance to decompress/de-stress and a beautiful sunset for the cherry on top. |
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