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SHR 2012 ~ Day 5: Marion Lake to Upper Basin

Lake Basin.

On Day 5 we traveled cross country through some of the most remote and beautiful areas of the High Sierra.


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SHR 2012 ~ Day 6: Upper Basin to Palisade Basin

Frozen Lake Pass & Vennacher Needle from Upper Basin.
By Day 6 we joined the JMT in Upper Basin and for the first time in four days saw other hikers. 
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I live at sea level but spend most days planning another adventure in the High Sierra. Here you will find trip reports and photos from my backpacking treks and info on creative lightweight gear.
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