For a moment there I thought I was back in the desert. Trail is finally starting to flatten out a little, but still dealing with some snow at elevations above 8,000 feet. But miles per day are starting to creep back up. I did a 26 two days ago followed by a 27 yesterday. I was tempted last night to go for 33 to get to the paved road, but I knew my odds of getting a hitch after dark were probably zero, so I opted to camp up on the mountain and leave six miles for this morning.

Mosquitoes are starting to become an issue. Have to spray myself down if I want any peace whenever I stop for a break.

I'm 1,090 miles in. Life is good!