[pct-l] Rae Lakes Loop

[Blanchard, Sym]

Hi Puddles,

I just finished the Rae Lakes Loop trail last weekend (as well as Mt. Whitney).

Lots of water available all along the way right on the trail.  It is recommended to treat the water, but it all looked rather clear and copious.  Depending on your hiking style, think you could get away with carrying only 1 to 2 liters at a time.

The trail tread is very good even towards the top of Glen Pass.  The trek up to the top Mt. Whitney is a different story.

The weather was great except for a few short thunderstorms.

Enjoy,
Symbiosis
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Date: Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:10:43 -0700
From: Kathi <pogo at pctwalker.com<mailto:pogo at pctwalker.com>>
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This is kind of PCT related since part of the trail is on the PCT...

Has anyone had experience hiking in August along the Rae Lakes Loop trail? Mostly I am concerned about water and the trail tread. Do I have to carry a lot of water? I see from the topo there is a river or creek running along a lot of the trail and many lakes but I'm not sure how easy those are to "actually" get to. Also I have a problem walking over very "cliffy" area with lots of drop-offs. Any advice from those who've traveled through this area would be most appreciated.

Thank you!
Kathi "Puddles"






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