Hiking The Original Tahoe-Yosemite Trail (Day 3): Dick’s Lake to Lake Aloha

Posted on by Douglas Beaumont

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE! Today's hiking began with a 2.2 mile, 975' ascent to Dick's Pass. Although it sounded aggressive it was actually quite pleasant. The grade was moderate and we had more tree cover than I expected. It was not long before we stood topped the pass and could look back at our excellent … Continue reading Hiking The Original Tahoe-Yosemite Trail (Day 3): Dick’s Lake to Lake Aloha

Desolation Wilderness: Bucket List Hike to Lake Aloha

Posted on by Douglas Beaumont

Click Image for Full Video! On my last California backpacking trip before moving out of state for 15 years, I saw Lake Aloha in Desolation Wilderness for the first time. I was 1,500' above the valley, and Aloha was like a magnificent series of gems set in granite. Little did I know that it would … Continue reading Desolation Wilderness: Bucket List Hike to Lake Aloha