Old Goat Glacier is always a longer and tougher hike than memory serves me, however is it quite majestic and unique to be able to hike along the edge of a glacier.
Spencer Creek is always a fun 'moderate' hike yet a good workout with amazing views and especially on a sunny spring day.
Ha Ling is a good early season hike although the trail was very icy so our grippers came in handy the whole way up and down.
Loder Peak is a good early-season hike and the snow patches, limestone slabs, and steep climb make for a fun but challenging outing.
We almost had to abort the hike due to three tricky creek crossings but our group persevered to enjoy beautiful panoramic views from the ridge.
We originally intended to turn right at the pass and head partway up Midnight Peak but we decided to turn left and explore part of Mt. Baldy.
Chester Lake and the Elephant Rocks never disappoint for a short but decent workout and fun chatter with some amazing friends.
We had a warm, but no sun, jaunt up to Lillian Lake where we decided that there was not enough gas in the tank to continue up to Galatea Lakes.
It was a very pleasant snow-packed stroll up West Wind Pass, although the wind at the top resulted in the temperature dropping from -5C to -40C.
It was a last-minute decision to veer off our typical Commonwealth Creek trail to explore Commonwealth Lake.