This icon which we first noticed in 2008, attracts our attention, visible from nearly all hikes in the region we've undertaken thus far. Perhaps because most of the mountains and peaks are in colors of grey, black and white, this one stands separate and dare we say aloof. Since the first visit, it has always been the favorite to absorb visually, identify from different hikes and enjoy. One day, we might even learn its name.
In 2005 or so, Nora and Stuart Laiken of La Jolla, encouraged us to take a trip to the Eastern Sierra. They spoke with passion about the Sierras because they had first-hand experience of it—the couple had hiked there extensively. I remember mentioning to Stuart that we spent a lot of time in Arizona and found it a wonderful state. Stuart agreed but spoke of the Inyo Forest and the John Muir Wilderness. Nora kindly suggested a list of hikes to undertake. A few years later, we gave Grand Canyon, Page and Sedona a miss (temporarily). The Laiken's sure knew what they were talking about...still do.
Jen standing at 11,770 feet on Table Mountain, above 5 Tyee Lakes, the icon we enjoy brings up the rear.
Telephoto brings it up close from George Lake itself.
On the return from George Lake, with Sabrina below. 'A Taste of Heaven'.
On way back from Donkey Lake, above Sabrina. (If ever an appropriate name)
At George Lake.
A little past Grass Lake, it appears again.
Returning on Paiute Pass trail, Jen is the red speck to the right of the slope.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
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