In Mineral County, the lower tree line starts higher on S. facing slopes. At 9,400' we were just getting into a stand of limber pine. Hike was in 9,000'-9,500' altitude range.
The rugged country, eased by a somewhat gentle trail (FARMER'S CREEK), gave a dozen hikers a long morning's workout and considerable exchange of information. Undoubtedly, both enhanced our lives. Welcome to Ashley, a new resident of Del Norte and a strong, perky hiker. Clouds kept it cool but rain did not reign.
More hiking Tuesday. We'll go a few miles farther and up tougher terrain, in another area called Dry Gulch. If weather threatens, we'll try something closer to South Fork.
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Big Country
Welcome, Ashley
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Wooden elk shed
Turn at the notch
Shallow soil; deep rock here on the side of the La Garita Mtns.
Back to the Barn
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