April 11, 2019
Arrived at Lake Morena!
Today ~ 20.4 Kilometres
Cumulative ~ 32.8 Kilometres
Weather ~ Sunny 20ºC
Highlight
Burger & Fries 🥰
My Day
I had a fabulous sleep and survived my first night on my own. I woke up a couple times, but that is normal for me these days. I heard the coyotes howling and was sort of scared, but was too tired to care.
I was up, camp packed, breakfast ate by 7 am and hiking towards Lake Morena – 20 Km away.
I forgot to wear my sun gloves yesterday and my hands got a bit of a sunburn.
It was a long day, the last 5 miles (according to the sign) seemed like forever and most of the day was up and down, up and down. I met a number of guys along the trail today. It’s nice to take a break and have somebody to chat with and share stories.
I saw 2 snakes. The first I just saw the tail as it slithered into the bush. I almost stepped on the second and it took off. They’re fast. Neither was a rattlesnake, but a lot of hikers are seeing them.
The end of the trail was Lake Morena. Gorgeous spot! I had to go to the Ranger Station and get a camping permit for $5. I set up my tent and checked out the bathroom. Hot showers, toilets and sinks. Heaven at this point. I headed to the restaurant and had a burger and fries. Best ever! I also got a lot of quarters for the shower in the morning. My feet stink.
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Jackie is “Mom” to one amazing son, an IT professional and an obsessed traveller. She spends her time reading, golfing at Ladies League and implementing software projects. Jackie has travelled to all 7 continents and 93 countries and is always planning the next destination and adventure!
Wow a restaurant that sells burgers and chips on the way! What type of trekking is this – gourmet! Glad that you are able to chat wiv others on the way. Plus that lovely hot shower.
It’s the local restaurant here. Sometimes the trail intersects with a town and I’m looking forward to those days!!!!
Hamburgers on the second day !!!
Sweet .
I don’t think I’ve ever been to Moreno lake
Gorgeous
I wasn’t expecting hamburgers yet lol. It’s very nice here.
Awesome love Sure glad you had a great day ,hot meal and a shower!! Have a wonderful day 3 love you xoxo
Getting a shower as soon as I can make myself get up out of my sleeping bag!!! Love you xo
So glad you are blogging your journey as you go. It’s awesome to hear the stories and see the pics of your days achievements. Take care of those stinky feet and travel safe!
Thanks! I’m glad you’re enjoying them. Today was a little bit of everything 😂 Feet still stinky for now lol.
Wow!! Great job on your second day Jack. The burger was a bonus..have fun today! 🤗
Thank you! Today was interesting lol. Xoxo