Hot Strawberry

This solo hike began in the heat at 930am. The trail was a gradual climb and pleasant, but that last bit I had read about was a challenge. Blogs had warned of the tough climb in the last stretch to the peak. I did not know exactly what I was getting into. Scrambling and climbing, I made it sweaty and tired. I only saw 3 pairs of hikers on the way to the peak, so it made for a reflective and peaceful summit. It was the first time I had seen Mt. Wilson from that vantage point. It was beautiful. The sun had me quickly enjoy my lunch and get back down to Red Box in just over an hour and with only a slight sunburn.