Rose Peak

It was one of my most beautiful hikes this year—lush green with various water streams.

Hiked 28.4 miles, summitted both Mt Rose & Mission Peak, 7k elevation gain, carried 25lbs pack, completed track (Del Valle to Ohlone College parking structure)

We started our hike at 8:30am. We would have started earlier but the park gate opens at 8am. I got my permits a day before

It was a great hike, make sure you take essential water, food, appropriate clothing for the weather. it did get cold at the summit

We started at 6:00 AM in the morning and completed by 3:30 PM. Weather was good, and chilly. Made new friends.

Definitely not an easy hike!  Started at 745am and ended just before 8pm. Yup!  That means the last three hours were done in the dark!🫠