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DSCF0807.jpg2 viewsFinger of Fate rises to the west above Hell Roaring Lake. I understand some of this rock formation was lost in an earthquake two or three years ago. This was the same earthquake that took down some of Baron Spire above the Baron Lakes further north in the Sawtooth range. The technical route to the summit is 9 pitches. The easiest route is 5.8.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0806.jpg2 viewsLog congestion just west of Hell Roaring Lake's outlet.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0805.jpg2 viewsThe outlet to Hell Roaring Lake is reached in roughly five miles from the lower trail head. A log bridge makes crossing the outlet to the south shore of the lake trivial.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0804.jpg2 viewsIn another quarter mile or so, the trail coming from the upper trail head to the south joins the trail from the lower trail head. The gradient steepens slightly.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0802.jpg3 viewsThe trail follows the wide valley west, staying on the north side of Hell Roaring Creek, climbing gradually toward Hell Roaring Lake.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0803.jpg2 viewsIn about three and a half miles, the trail enters the Sawtooth Wilderness. One is informed that a self-issued wilderness permit is required to travel any further.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0801.jpg3 viewsOne and a third miles from the lower trail head and a climb of 400', the trail levels out alongside Hell Roaring Creek.Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0800.jpg5 viewsStarting from the lower trail head has its advantages. After a short climb, one follows a beautiful meandering stream. The colors are intense. The trail is almost flat for most of the five miles one might 'save' by driving to the upper trail head. I drive a car which has very little ground clearance, but it corners well and gets phenomenal mileage. I'll take the lower trail head any time!Oct 16, 2023
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DSCF0799.JPG4 viewsIt's warmer at this lower elevation. The sun has set into the clouds rolling in from the west; monsoonal moisture is returning. The trail usually seems to go forever in this last stretch, but less so this trip. I'm making good time. I recognize the terrain to the north when I am near the trailhead, as that is where I started my "epic loop".Sep 11, 2023
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DSCF0798.JPG4 viewsThis green meadow is north of the trail about 40 minutes out of Fourth of July Creek trailhead.Sep 11, 2023
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DSCF0795.JPG5 viewsI put the 35 mm prime lens back on for the hike to the trailhead. The light is fading, and this is the fastest (widest aperture) lens I have. There are still a few tarns with water high in Ants Basin. The color of the light is changing.Sep 11, 2023
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DSCF0794.JPG6 viewsAt 55 mm, the wide end of the telephoto takes in Watson Peak on the far left (northwest) to WCP-8 on the far right (east) towering above the Warm Springs Creek drainage.Sep 11, 2023
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