Rose Peak

A Rose by any other name… This is such a wonderful hike. Just behind the Sunol Visitor Center,  across the bridge, is where we started

Cold hike most of the way. Poorly marked trails added a few miles to out adventure. Saw our first trantula on the trail, exhausting day,

Cold most of the way. Very cloudy. The trail was not well marked . The sun came out by the time we reached the summit

There was some pretty impressive mud that got the best of my feet!  I’d like to try this from Del Valle sometime. The views were

Yesterday's hike up to Rose Peak was beautiful! So many wildflowers blooming! My friend guided us, as she had done the 50K marathon many times.

This final hike of the challenge was truly a test of perseverance, endurance, and sheer joy at the finish line!