Trail to Sky Pond
The trail to sky pond was more like a small waterfall here!
A steep snow climb followed by an easy walk over three summits with spectacular views
The trail to sky pond was more like a small waterfall here!
The Sharkstooth, Petit Grepon and The Saber as seen from above Sky Pond.
Taylor Glacier is situated at the head of Loch Vale.
Dominic, Gary & Kevin starting up Taylor Glacier.
Dominic on the steepening glacier with Sky Pond below.
Kevin in a very deep runnel, probably the deepest one I've ever seen. I think it was created when pieces of the cornice above broke off and rolled down the glacier.
Kevin and Gary climbing Taylor Glacier.
Dominic approaching the top of the ever steepening glacier.
Kevin & Gary climbing high on Taylor Glacier.
Kevin approaching the steep exit at the top of the glacier.
Kevin on belay for the exit moves. The remnants of the cornice here get first sun hit and the snow was somewhat unsupportive.
Kevin preparing to make the final giant step.
Longs Peak (left), McHenry's Peak (middle) and Chiefs Head Peak (right).
Heading for Powell Peak, our first goal of the day. The summit is right of center.
Taylor Peak as seen from the southwest slopes of Otis Peak. Some hikers can be seen beginning their descent of Andrews Glacier.
Otis Peak as seen from near Andrews Pass.
Andrews Tarn is a beautiful body of water at the foot of Andrews Glacier.