So close, but so far away – A quest to high camp Lake Helen
Well, I almost saw it all on this glorious Sunday up on Mount Shasta, which would be my final hike…
Read More »Helen Lake — Hike Logs
All logged hikes for Helen Lake (Northern California).
Mt. Shasta – Helen Lake
This was a difficult hike. Very long and uphill a lot. I am glad I did get to the top.…
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Made it to Helen back
The hike was not as difficult as I thought! The trail itself starts off very nicely with shaded trees and…
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Just When You Thought It Was Over…
This was the 3rd day in a row of completing the trails in the challenge – tough for a few…
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Stairway To Helen Lake
There’s a lady who’s sure … The trail is in good condition, until you reach the volcanic rock fields, where…
Read More » Passing the final!!
Last peak to finish from 3 hikes in 3 days! Lassen Peak-Mnt Eddy-Hellen Lake, tough but we made it!
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Shasta – Helen Lake Final Push
Amazing hike with spectacular views from Helen Lake. The storm that had come through on 9/1 and 9/2 dumped some…
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Ghost of Helen lake
Forgot how hard is the hike,stepping and stepping after the Sierra hut.Then sand,gravel and closer to the lake crossing screes.It’s…
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Baking on Shasta
How do you deal with triple digit July temperatures? By climbing Mount Shasta, of course! We started at 5am, which…
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