Expectations were high for the handful of Xcountry and snowshoe enthusiasts. Upon arrival at the Frisco Nordic Center, we learned snowshoeing would not happen there due to a lack - of all things - snow.
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| Gore Range (from I70) looking South beyond Dillon Reservoir. |
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| It was recommended we go across town to North Tenmile Trailhead. While some remained at the Nordic Center, the rest went to Tenmile. Packs cinched, snowshoe heel straps secured, we were finally on trail. Here, the "Shoe Crew" begins the day on the forest service road leading to Tenmile Creek Trail. |
On trail, a short steep up soon levels off before following North Ten Mile Creek for the next 3.5 mi. to the junction with Gore Range Trail. We decide to stop just short of the juction for lunch. A number of downed trees and stumps provide a spot to relax in absolute solitude.
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| A view of Uneva Peak (12,522') in the distance, from North Tenmile Creek Trail. |
Normally, I have dozens of images by now. Today, the opportunities were not as numerous. Plus, by lunch time cold temperatures had drained the battery. No, I did not bring a backup. My Bad!
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| A reminder that snowfall around Frisco has been minimal. | | | | | | But ooohhh the solitude. |
Back at the Frisco Nordic Center, there is time to socalize on the sun drenched porch. The streak of meeting someone from Pennsylvania everywhere I go, continues...a family from PA. is here for the week on vacation. Originally from San Diego, they now live in Windber, PA., just South of Johnstown.
On his way to the bus, Bob calls out "Time to load up." Everyone must have had a good day. Not a "peep" out of a sole on the ride back to Denver. Then again, I might have drifted off into a wilderness wonderland sooner than I thought.
It's all about the Journey!
Total miles = 6.2 RT
Trailhead Elevatrion = 9,150'
Top Elevation = 10,070'
Total Elevation Gain = 920'
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