Old Man of the Mountain Hike

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Hiking out the CDT from Lobo Point

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Some nice views along the trail, this one looking towards Treasure Mountain

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Soon enough we leave the trail and head trhough the woods

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There was a plethora of Fringed Gentian

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Another view across the valley to Treasure Mountain

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In this light, it's hard to make out the rock outcropping know as Old Man of the Mountain, but it's just to the right and below center

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We took a break at the "Old Man" view. Next up will be to climb the ridge in the background, leadin us to Peak 11735.

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Nice Rosy Paintbrush

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Mark, getting a closer view of "Old Man of the Mountain"

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After making it to the summit of 11735 and having lunch, we completed the off-trail portion of the hike and returned to the CDT. Steve brought his olding saw and did a little clearing as we hiked back.

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Police Car Moth!

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The CDT alternates between forest and open meadows

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Lots of Gentians along this section of trail

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Leafy Jacob's Ladder