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Sierra High Route 2012 ~ Trip Report

Marion Lake and Cirque Crest on the Sierra High Route.
The Sierra High Route is a cross-country hiking route, 195 miles long, through the Sierra Nevada. It was scouted by Steve Roper and described by him in his book Sierra High Route: Traversing Timberline Country

SHR 2012 ~ Day 7: Palisade Basin to LeConte Canyon


Dan at the top of Potluck Pass.
Day 7 started with Potluck Pass. This was an easy pass that leads to the rest of Palisade Basin. After an easy scramble we were at the top enjoying some amazing views.

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.