After lunch and a movie with Mum and Dad, we headed out on the road to begin step one of preparing us for the PCT in a couple years. We drove to "5 Mile Pass" which is West of Eagle Mountain and Utah Lake, and just over the county boarder into Tooele. Went South on Pony Express until we chose a parking place at random, and began our trek to the top of the plateau.
The area in know for ATV trails, and in the summer the hills are buzzing with the sound of dirt bikes and 4-wheelers. But this Saturday afternoon in January, the silence was deafening. The hills in the distance were covered with snow creating a picturesque landscape.
It was a short but challenging hike, perfect for our first outing. Although it started raining after camp was set up and continued through the night, the weather was remarkable for the time of year.
We fell in love with backpacking. Let the adventure begin!
The area in know for ATV trails, and in the summer the hills are buzzing with the sound of dirt bikes and 4-wheelers. But this Saturday afternoon in January, the silence was deafening. The hills in the distance were covered with snow creating a picturesque landscape.
It was a short but challenging hike, perfect for our first outing. Although it started raining after camp was set up and continued through the night, the weather was remarkable for the time of year.
We fell in love with backpacking. Let the adventure begin!