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Backpacking with Andrew to Lake Aloha

Posted at age 36.

In a massive improvement to my time between backpacking trips, I managed another just nine months after going to Deafy Glade in Mendocino. This time Ruffie and I went with our friend Andrew to Lake Aloha in the Desolation Wilderness in the Sierras. We spent three nights, enough time for strenuous hikes, changes of plans, plenty of relaxation and even some animal food theft. I hiked 23 miles and 4,100 feet of elevation across four days.

Views from the top of Cracked Crag next to Lake Aloha.

Views from the top of Cracked Crag next to Lake Aloha.

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