R02/R03 TR: Alger Lakes, Koip and Kuna Peaks 7/24-7/27

[Rockyroad]

Ah, that's what I suspected from the creamy blue color of the lakes. Thanks for the confirmation.

[dougieb]

Parker Pass was the second place I ever backpacked in the Sierra and I'll never forget it. At that time I was such a rookie that I didn't bring a down jacket, thinking a rain jacket over a thermal would be proper insulation. I've logged a few hundred trail miles since then and thankfully I've gained some wisdom since then. Anyway, thanks for bringing back the memories and good work spotting those sheep!

[Rockyroad]

You're welcome dougieb. It's funny that I didn't have high expectations from a place that was so accessible. I was just looking for a shortish 3-nighter to take my brother. But I was wowed by the colors of the area: the red peaks, the milky blue lakes, and the sunset . And surprised to not see anyone else in the area. And the bighorn sighting just made it extra special and unforgettable for me too.

[flyzapper]

There will be no problem with water. The reason is that Parker Creek is not fed solely by seasonal snow melt as most High Sierran streams are--it has the added advantage of being fed by some rapidly shrinking small glaciers. Because of this you get year-round water in Parker Creek even during the fall following a dry winter.

Thanks for the info! I got my wilderness permits and I'm getting excited for my trip!

[maverick]

Flyzapper wrote:

Thanks for the info! I got my wilderness permits and I'm getting excited for my trip!

Please write up a TR when you get back from your trip.