Dwellmann - Pacific Crest Trail Journal - 2009

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PCT Loco
City: Redondo Beach
State: CA
Country: USA
Begins: May 8, 2009
Direction: Northbound

Daily Summary
Date: Sun, Aug 9th, 2009
Start: mile 1733.5
End: mile 1753.2
Daily Distance: 19.7
Trip Distance: 642.6

Journal Stats
Entry Visits: 511
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Guestbook Entrys: 27

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I am now camped on the shore of Hyatt Lake. It's so beautiful here. I put in 20 miles today plus 3 miles of road walk. Not too bad for my first real day.

This morning there were some nice views of Mt. Shasta. Sadly it was very hazy from the fires in California, so I don't think the photos will be good. There were some nice views but it was mainly in the trees.

I ran into 3 thru hikers today one of whom I met 3 months ago. I walked off trail for lunch (burger) and dinner for a good pizza at Hyatt Lake (PCT hikers also get a free ice cream). One of the many perks of the trail.

The old body is holding up so far, but now I'm tired. Good night.

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