Pacific Crest Trail, Mount Whitney Summit Climb
Although Mount Whitney is not directly on the PCT, most hikers want to climb the highest mountain in the US (excluding Alaska) at 14,505 ft. So we leave the trail and hike about...
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Pacific Crest Trail, Forester Pass
Published: 10.06.2021
One day after climbing Mount Whitney, the spectacular journey continues. This is the most beautiful stage on the PCT so far. First, I hike through forests and grasslands, crossing small rivers along the way. Finally, I come to the crossing of Forester Pass, the highest pass on the entire trail. Since I reach it only around noon, I walk alone towards the big, gray granite wall. A narrow path leads steeply uphill, and I feel a bit uneasy. Am I the only one out here? When I reach the top, I am surprised to find a group of men who have made themselves comfortable at the pass. They have climbed up from the other side. I inquire about the conditions of the trail on the north side, which I have to descend. Immediately, I am asked where I come from. Germany. Grins in the group. Mike, one of the men, used to work in Germany as a missionary and speaks a few words of German with me. They offer me cheese and salami. When I am about to start the descent, they give me a big package of cheese and salami. Do I look that hungry? I thank them and say that this will be enough for the next two days. The descent is initially a bit slippery and unclear, as there is still some snow on this side. But with the trekking poles, it's no problem. Several meters lower, I later reach a beautiful campsite right by the rushing river.
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Milena
Sounds epic!
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