The pups and I spent about 6 hours on the trails today. The plan was for Pete Lake, but I was bored with only that, so we went up to Waptus Pass as well. I had not been up there in over 15 years. Any snow that had fallen was melted, aside from a tiny bit up near the pass above 4,500 ft. A bear had left some nice fresh prints on a footbridge in the snow.
The trail is to Pete is muddy, as it often is, so wear your boots! There was plenty of water in puddles for the dogs, so carrying extra for just that trip alone would be optional. Otherwise the trail is in good shape. I think there was one tree to step over. Fall colors - stunning in places, not much in others. Nothing like the Alpine Lakes Wilderness BUT we only saw 2 people all day over 14 miles so I am satisfied.
Pete Lake is lower than I have ever seen it. The dogs had fun slopping in the mud around the edge of the lake. I'll have fun cleaning out the car tomorrow.
No bugs. The trail up to Waptus was lovely. No mud really. Beautiful short, steep switchbacks like I love with just the right amount of moisture and rock to dirt/bark ratio. I'm pretty particular, I guess. Lol.
A day on the trails is a day well spent. Cheers.
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