After leaving Shadow lake we must climb up over 10,000ft before descending down to Garnet Lake at around 9,850ft. Having worked our way up from the creek, Rick stops for a photo.

The mountain ranges in this area are just stunning. Andra took this excellent photo once we made the first plateau. Note the waterfall in the center.
Rick stops along the trail for a breather. Did I mention that Rick turns 68 this month? Doesn't that make all you slackers who spew a billion excuses a nanosecond when I invite you to join us feel like pansies? Well it should...
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