Idaho Exposure

Hiking, Climbing, Backpacking, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing. Photos by Thomas Oetzell; idahoexposure.com


Most viewed - Evolution Basin, July 15, 2012
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IMG_9531.JPG2 viewsThe basin (12180') northeast of Lamarck Col, before descending to Upper Lamarck Lake.
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IMG_9532.JPG2 viewsThe route descends on a sketchy trail on the left (west) side of the drainage near the grassy area, below Peak 12373 (in the center of the photo).
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IMG_8884.JPG1 viewsMorning light, east from camp southwest of Sailor Lake.
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IMG_9009.JPG1 viewsExfoliating boulder.
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IMG_9171.JPG1 viewsThe the north face of Mt. Solomons, from just above the saddle below the west ridge. The northeast shoulder follows the skyline from Muir Pass, above the snowfield on the left (north).
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IMG_9232.JPG1 viewsOnce again, we were in the right place at the right time; lucky to witness this amazing phenomenon. Now we can relax and have dinner.
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IMG_9246.JPG1 viewsThe JMT begins its descent to Sapphire Lake, and eventually, Evolution Valley to the northeast.
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IMG_9351.JPG1 viewsMt. Mendel (left), Mt. Wallace on the Sierra Crest, and Mt. Fiske (right) from the entrance to Darwin Canyon.
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