Oct 16 - Lake Solitude (BCC)

The last sunny 80 degrees of the week and possibly the year. I've taken the day off to hike the Twin Lakes loop then out to Lake Mary and Dog Lake.

Arrive at Silver Lake just after 8am. It's in the 50s, sun still rising and very windy - it's kinda cold.

There no moose or deer as I trek around the lake to the TH.

I start my way to Lake Solitude. Leaves are all but gone even in the distance; just small pockets left.

As I'm walking, it's a bit of a struggle. Guess that hike up Lambs Canyon has down a number on my legs. Sad as they should be in shape at the end of year.

Seeing no deer or moose so I'm continuing the "empty string". But it's still a nice walk.

Soon I'm at the big avalanche slide.  

There are a couple of ladies hanging out; they say it's too cold due to the wind at the lake.

When I reach the lake I confirm that.

No duck or any critters visible.

I look at the big hill and wonder if I should push my way up there. Last snow-free chance; most likely.

I might regret this but not feeling push today so time to head back.

Not really worth the day off in some terms but I'm not at work so it's all good.

On the way back, I head up to the switchback. No pika up here.

Time to call it a day.



Good day!

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