I said...

this was my final hike on this trail and then I was going to retire it...find a new trail...

But I just don't think I can. It's just too beautiful. I knew Sir S would love it too, so we went out this past weekend with a few friends and backpacked both Loda Lake and the stretch from Nichols Lake to Highbanks Lake again. My gosh is this place pretty.


Pitcher Plant


Swollen Bladderwort

Pink Lady Slipper



Wild Lupine

Blue Flag

Then, after hiking nearly 9 miles on Saturday, this boy still had energy enough to dance with the wolves.

 

I just know I'll hike it again...