I think one of the highlights on our little Breckenridge getaway was this little hike that turned into an all morning affair. We headed out in the morning thinking we'd be back in time for a pancake brunch. That brunch turned into a late afternoon lunch in town. Yikes!
We drove in as far as possible on what felt like a jeep trail. Then we came upon what looked like an avalanche and had to park our vehicles. The road was supposed to continue, but was covered in snow.
It was tricky getting across all the snow. You never knew if your footing was solid. One minute you were walking along just fine and the next minute your foot was stuck in a hole that was knee deep.
The trail was pretty snowy in many areas while other areas were just dirt and rocks. It was hard to gauge what was going to come next. I think that's how our short 3 mile hike took a few hours longer than we expected.
There were gorgeous views and waterfalls all along our trail.
We witnessed a lot of gushing water due to all the late snow melting.
Our first stop was this little lake.
The terrain became increasingly steeper as we got closer and closer to our destination.
Everytime we looked up the view just took our breath away. It was pretty incredible.
Higher and higher we went.
My cell reception was spotty and Rebecca was trying to text me.
We made it! Kind of. At this point a few cousins decided to sit tight and relax while the rest of us trudged on to Mohawk Lake.
We saw this waterfall from way down below. It was a pretty incredible sight to see up close.
We spotted a cross on the mountain. That's never a good sign.
Me and my Lutheran Stud!
It could not have been a more beautiful day for a hike.
We finally arrived at Lower Mohawk Lake and it was frozen, but still beautiful.
We made it! Can you tell that they are all related-minus me of course. ;) I was the only "outlaw" to make the entire trek. The hike back down the mountain was much easier and quicker than the way up. It was a gorgeous hike and if you're in the area be sure vist Mohawk Lake.
2 comments:
Did you hike in heels this time? Oh wait. I think I spot tennis shoes.
And why is a cross on a mountain a bad sign?
Your pictures are so gorgeous. I keep telling Derek that if I could take pictures like you we could actually remember all the tree types in the Smokies. I can't believe there's so much snow yet! And you in a sleeveless shirt.
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