Ten hikers endoured the Huysink Lake dirt road back 8-9 miles to Salmon Lake trailhead toward Lower Loch Leven. One of the most popular spots in the Sierra, it had attracted quite a few hikers, including a large group of campers at Middle L.L. We ate there at Middle L.L. as the campers appeared headed toward Upper L.L.
While we were relaxing, a huge plane, an airforce C-17 transport, suddenly appeared and at a very low elevation, flew the length of the lake. It must have been on training exercises but it sure shook us up as it banked left and appeared to go down the American River Canyon. Peter sent a picture that you can access at
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After singing to Selma - whom, it seems, spends her birthdays at Loch Leven, we headed out through the beautiful meadows, slick rocks, stupendous views, and fallen forests to endure the road back down the mountain.
Next week we have talked about Frog Lake Overlook but are open to suggestions.
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Most pictures by Maureen.
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