Treasure Lakes to Bishop Pass Trail - The Trailhead

Treasure Lakes to Bishop Pass Trail

Cross-country trek in the Sierra Nevada. This was my first backpacking trip after breaking my foot. It was supposed to be a simple, 4th of July weekend... but, the cross-country portion was not described well in the blog I read and it was much harder than expected! Here's to great stories!

Hurd Peak reflection in Long Lake
Early morning reflection of the slope up to Hurd Peak reflected in Long Lake. Bishop Pass Trail, Sierra Nevada, CA
Mt. Goode Reflection
Mt. Goode reflected in Long Lake, Sierra Nevada, CA.
Mt. Goode by moonlight
This is a hand-held shot of Mt. Goode and our lit tent by moonlight.
Flower Focus
Beautiful pink flowers framed by high granite peaks in the Upper Treasure Lakes area, Sierra Nevada, CA.
Treasure Lakes Trail
The trail was easy to follow for a while and then it just kind of disappeared. We took to following this outlet and boulder hopping to get to the actual lakes.
Red and White Flowers
Red and white flowers for the 4th of July.
Treasure Lake
This was a beautiful basin to camp in and we were all alone. Our route the next day would take us over the saddle below Hurd Peak. In this picture, it's the "dip" on the ridge on the left side of the picture. The blog I read said, "locate the saddle and climb cross country over it..." Yeah.... it wasn't that easy!! It was hands over feet climbing sometimes and getting down the other side was no easier. It was an adventure though!
Mt. Goode
Treasure Lakes
Alpine Columbine
Peaceful Mt. Goode
After a long and difficult hike/climb down from the saddle, we trekked cross country towards the Bishop Pass Trail. We found this lovely, off the beaten path camp site. We always carry and American flag and prayer flags when we backpack. Kinda gives a good vibe to camp.
Bishop Pass Trail (general area)
Peaceful Camp
America the Beautiful
4th of July at Treasure Lakes Basin