Chester Lake Trail hike on 24-Sep-2024
A perfect fall day for a stroll in the larches! The trees themselves seem a bit behind in the colour change this year, with scattered ones in full autumn glory, but the majority still showing more of a yellowish green shade. On our route which took the usual trails to Chester Lake and then the Elephant rocks, followed by a short off-trail segment from the rocks up to a lunchtime viewpoint at treeline, and then down into 3 Lakes valley, we “lost” a handful of the group in the short ascent through the forest. Fortunately they navigated over to the lower of the 3 Lakes where we re-united, but it's a reminder to be more vigilant about keeping everyone in sight in off-trail terrain, especially with large groups. Thanks everyone, for your company on a beautiful day in the mountains.
Participants: Rosanne, Philip, Bill, Francisco, Nancy, Mike, Aldis, Margo, Joanne, Cathy, Barbara, Steve, George, David, Heather
Lunch at the base of the ridge between the Chester and 3 Lakes valleys.
The view to the west towards Burstall Pass, with Talon Peak sticking up on the horizon.
Bill got a nice zoomed in view of Mt. Sir Douglas.
Off trail descent from the lunch spot into 3 Lakes valley.
The lower and largest of the 3 Lakes.
Bill went to get a closer look at a "few" sheep, and found a whole herd.
Great shot, Bill!
Only some of the larch are at peak colour.
Philip circling the Elephant rocks on a perfect golden afternoon.
The group at the Elephant rocks, less two who had to scoot off home early.