R09 TR: Desolation: 6/6- 6/9

[rrivera]

I've always wanted to do this loop and have hiked from twin lakes to Leland lakes...so I'm newly inspired to do this trip! Thanks for sharing.

[Tom_H]

Wasn't there a long sheeting waterfall between Upper Velma and Fontanilis?

It begins at the outlet of Fontanillis and flows down a large granite pluton. At the base of the pluton the stream flows a short distance through forest and then into Upper Velma. It is a very easy and enjoyable short section of XC. And it is very pretty!

Here's a little loop that will take you there on day hike.

http://caltopo.com/m/2U2M