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Home > So-called "Epic White Cloud Backpacking Loop", August 24, 2020
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Most of the smoke and haze has cleared out by morning in Iron Basin. I crossed a small stream with running water about 7:30 last night at around 8700’ and decided to camp, uncertain about availability of water ahead. I had entertained thoughts of pushing on to Ocalkens Lake, but that was just not going to happen. I made the right decision. I’ve found it makes more sense to stop a bit earlier, and get started earlier in the morning.

Most of the smoke and haze has cleared out by morning in Iron Basin. I crossed a small stream with running water about 7:30 last night at around 8700’ and decided to camp, uncertain about availability of water ahead. I had entertained thoughts of pushing on to Ocalkens Lake, but that was just not going to happen. I made the right decision. I’ve found it makes more sense to stop a bit earlier, and get started earlier in the morning.

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