High Country Hiker Group (HCH)
Tuesday, June 11,2013
Mt. Evans Wilderness
Bus leaves ACAA at 8:00 a.m. sharp.
We will be entering from the Mt. Evans Road, following it to Echo Lake Campground. Trail begins at the end of the campground and continues through a pine forest, and parallel with Beaverdam Creek to the base of Captain Mountain. There we will cross the creek and follow a series of switchbacks taking us from 8,650' to the top at 9,870'.
On the pre-hike last week, a number of snowfields remained at the higher elevations. Most of which were off trail. None will affect our footing tomorrow. NOTE: Temperatures at elevation can be 10 to 20 degrees less than in the city. Plus wind gusts can make an uncomfortable condition. Consider packing a light fleece or wind shell. Bring and use sunblock, SPF 30 or more. Wear a cap. Canopy on this hike is sketchy...estimated 60% to 70% max.
See you on trail.
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