Waking up with extra time to spend on coffee and a chat was wonderful. Our campsite, above the meadow and with morning sun, was perfect!
There was only a short uphill to Peeler Lake, and then a long descent past Barney Lake to Twin Lakes. Richard and Olivia did great finishing their 5-day Benson Loop … congrats! We ran into the rest of their group and they did not see half the scenery that R&O enjoyed. I hope they continue their backpacking 🏕 maybe in Canada 🇨🇦
But even on the downhill (hot day again) I was feeling my tired legs. It’s definitely time for a rest day or two! We met lots of day hikers from the campground/resort.
We drove into Bridgeport and checked into the “historic” (or just old??) Bridgeport Inn. Shower, salty food, beer, chocolate … it was a good evening!!
I made arrangements to get to South Lake Tahoe to tackle the last 61 miles of Northern California from Echo Lake to Donner Pass. But first some rest! Kathy connected me with a friend in SLT and she is being sooo generous and welcoming … I’m blown away. I will be taking the bus and then get picked up. Time to sleep now!
Olivia and I loved meeting you, Biggi. It was our first multi night backpacking adventure. We learned so much from you and our love for hiking is growing so much more quickly. Thank you for all the tips on gear, meals, and trails.
So glad to have met you two and taken the side trip with you to our nice campsite, then enjoyed Bridgeport together. You and I will never stop geeking out on gear 🙂 Keep it coming!!
The photographs are wonderful –Be kind to your your body super woman –
Being lazy in South Lake Tahoe definitely qualifies … spoiled with comforts here!
Beautiful scenery! Looking forward to you resting after all of this! Big hug!!
Am resting 🙂 And eating 🙂