Cartridge Pass and Muro Blanco 2006

Tent Meadow to Grouse Lake

Friday, August 18, 2006

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Today was more uphill, from 7800 to 10500 feet elevation.  Most of the day was on-trail, with the last bit contouring over to Grouse Lake.  Saw a few people on the trail, and two others camped at Grouse Lake.

 

Journal Entry:  Relaxed start this morning—on the trail around 9:30.  Uphill climb, with expanding views of Gardiner, Cotter, and Clarence King.  Left the trail after enjoying tree-blocked views of Granite Basin.  Easy off-trail to Grouse Lake, got here around 4:00.  We can see the first pass for tomorrow across the lake.  Tomorrow is a longer day; we’ll try to get an earlier start!

 

 

Trail heading ever-upward

Mts. Clarence King, Cotter, and Gardiner (left to right)

 

Obstructed view into Glacier Basin

Grouse Lake and Grouse Lake Pass from near our campsite

 

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