WebPiute to Pine Breaking free from the loop on a point-to-point hike through Humphrey’s Basin, up French Canyon, and down Pine Creek. The stats: Trailhead: in Piute Pass and out Pine Creek Pass Trail Passes: Piute Pass and Pine Creek Pass Trip odo: 25.5 miles point-to-point Elevation Gain/Loss: 5,595/6,350ft For Days? Yes, 4 days Share this: Twitter WebThe trail follows Pine Valley Creek which provides for canyon views and at several locations there are pools where visitors often stop to cool off and relax. Secret Canyon Trail is 13.8 miles long one way and ends at Horsethief Trailhead. Many hikers choose backcountry camping as an option for this trail, making it a 2-day venture.

Sierra Nevada Backpack: Humphreys Basin – Sierra Club

WebTowards Pine Creek Pass. Before reaching Pine Creek Pass, the trail climbs above timberline, leaving the Lodgepole Pines behind, and through white granite walls to reach 11,100'. From the pass it descends to French Canyon, and meets the signed trail branching left to Elba and Moon Lakes. WebFrom there we’ll descend on-trail into French Canyon and follow the canyon trail about two miles up to Pine Creek Pass. From the pass we will climb westward off-trail over gentle … mitwa lyrics translation

Pine Creek Pass via Piute Canyon Trail and French Canyon Trail

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